Ruby Mountains Heli-Ski Experience
Ready to get to know the spectacular Ruby Mountains? There’s no better way than booking a backcountry experience with Ruby Mountain Heli-Experience—the oldest family-run heli-skiing outfit in the country. Family-owned and operated for almost 50 years, the Royer family promises an unforgettable backcountry adventure in the stunning, powder-packed Rubies—and will make sure you’re damn comfortable while you’re at it with the upscale Ruby 360 Lodge waiting for you at the end of the run.
National Geographic declares, “What’s happening at Ruby Mountain Heli simply cannot be missed.”
The mighty Ruby Mountain range towers over the high desert of eastern Nevada, spanning more than 60 miles in length at widths varying from 10 to 12 miles, boasting 10 peaks above 11,000 feet. The highest peak is the spectacular Ruby Dome at 11,387 feet of elevation—Nevada’s tenth tallest peak. As you can imagine, with prominence like this, heart-pounding backcountry bliss sets in with a three-day package guarantee of 15-18 runs, or a one-day package guarantee of 5-6 runs. Up for even more seclusion and some trekking between runs? Ruby Mountain Heli also offers heli-assisted backcountry tours or three-day high yurt tours, complete with a private guide in beautiful alpine terrain.
Skiers and snowboarders with the good fortune to go on a heli-adventure will feast upon 200,000 acres of untouched wilderness with nary a lift line or track in sight. The highly experienced and qualified instructors and pilots with the Ruby Mountain Heli-Experience operation make the trip as safe and memorable as possible, with backup plans that include snowcat-accessible territory if the peaks are too gusty for helicopters. The very nature of backcountry skiing makes safety a top priority, and guests of this heli-skiing operation can be assured they are in good hands.
Weather won’t get you down either. Ruby Mountain Heli-Ski is one of few places that offers snowcat skiing as a daily weather backup in one of their brand new PistenBully 600s. The snowcats are based at the Ruby 360 Lodge where guests can depart directly out of the ski room door during heavy storms and head for the mountains. The Ruby Mountain snowcat terrain offers a variety of options, from open glades to wide-open bowls, narrow chutes to some of the best tree skiing and riding in the U.S.
Travel Nevada Pro Tip
The weather can change quickly in the mountains, so make sure you’re bringing warm clothes and all kinds of layers for a safe and unforgettable one-of-a-kind trip to the Ruby Mountains. The highly qualified, world-class guides and staff ensure attention to detail and safety, and will equip you with the best powder skis and poles currently on the market, airbag backpacks from the well-known brand Scott, transceivers from Mammut, and all required avalanche equipment.
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Ruby Mountain Heli-Ski Experience offers packages every year during the winter months. Make sure to book your package early on to ensure an unforgettable adventure.
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For more detailed information on pricing your heli-skiing experience and how to book, visit Ruby Mountain Heli’s website or call (775) 753-6867.
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