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Mount Hood Skibowl is a recreation area on Mount Hood located near Government Camp, Oregon. It is the largest night ski area in the United States, and the total skiable area encompasses an area of 960 acres. The resort is the closest ski venue to Portland, with an elevation of 3,600 feet at the lodge, rising to just over 5,000 feet at the summit. The average snowfall at the area is 300 inches, with an average consolidated base around 100 inches and 65 marked trails. The area is also popular for summer recreation with mountain bikers and The alpine slide as well as other outdoor activities. Just across the highway is Government Camp, the focal point of Mount Hood. Skibowl is owned by Kirk Hanna and operated by Troy Fischer. Wikipedia [ - ]