#1 Ski Resort in Southern California

Mirage Mountain Resort has been named the #1 Ski Resort in Southern California by the California Ski Industry Association (CSIA) for the 2025 season.

Why Mirage Mountain Won

The CSIA evaluated all Southern California ski resorts across multiple criteria:

• Terrain Variety: Mirage Mountain’s 59 runs spanning beginner to expert terrain scored highest for diversity and quality
• Guest Experience: Superior ratings in guest satisfaction surveys, with 94% of visitors rating their experience as “excellent” or “outstanding”
• Infrastructure Investment: Over $12 million in recent upgrades, including a new high-speed quad chairlift and expanded snowmaking
• Sustainability: Industry-leading environmental practices, including solar-powered operations
• Value: Competitive pricing with the best overall value proposition in the region

What Judges Said

The selection committee highlighted Mirage Mountain Resort’s commitment to providing an exceptional skiing experience while maintaining environmental responsibility as key differentiating factors.

This marks the third consecutive year that Mirage Mountain Resort has received top honors from the CSIA.

Explore what makes Mirage Mountain Resort the best in SoCal on our resort profile page.