Showdown Ski Area
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Showdown Ski Area | |
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Location: | |
Nearest city: | Great Falls, Montana |
Top elevation: | 8,200 ft (2,500 m) |
Base elevation: | 6,800 ft (2,100 m) |
Skiable area: | 640 acres (2.6 kmĀ²) |
Runs: | 34 |
Lift system: | One Triple, Two Double, Once Surface Conveyor |
Snowfall: | 20 feet (Template:Convert/) |
Web site: | Showdown official website |
Showdown is an alpine ski area for the residents of Great Falls, Montana and White Sulphur Springs, located in the Little Belt Mountains in Central Montana. Created in 1936 and originally called King's Hill Ski Area, Showdown is a small-scale ski area normally closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, receiving most patrons on the weekends. During the summer months, the area offers a variety of acitivities ranging from mountain biking to hiking to camping. Showdown is known for the 100% natural snow, beautiful scenery, and family atmosphere