Snowy Range Ski Area

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Snowy Range Ski and Recreation Area
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Snowy Range Ski and Recreation Area
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Snowy Range Ski and Recreation Area
Snowy Range Ski and Recreation Area (the US)
Location Snowy Range, Albany County, Wyoming
Nearest city Centennial, Wyoming
Coordinates 41°20′28″N106°11′00″W / 41.341231°N 106.183441°W / 41.341231; -106.183441 Coordinates: 41°20′28″N106°11′00″W / 41.341231°N 106.183441°W / 41.341231; -106.183441
Top elevation10,000 feet (3,048 m)
Base elevation9,000 feet (2,743 m)
Skiable area250 acres (101 ha)
Runs27
Longest run1.8 miles (3 km)
Lift system 5 lifts (4 chairlifts, 1 magic carpet)
Snowfall 250 inches (635 cm)
Website Official website

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