Base elevation
The altitude at the bottom of a ski resort, where the main lift base area sits.
The altitude at the bottom of a ski resort, where the main lift base area sits. It is a term used in general skiing terminology.
Skiing has its own rich vocabulary, developed over more than a century of mountain sport. Base elevation is a term you will come across in resort guides, weather reports, ski magazines and conversation with other skiers. Understanding ski terminology helps you make the most of your time on the mountain and communicate clearly with instructors, guides and fellow skiers.
Understanding what base elevation means will help you follow resort guides, weather reports and conversations with other skiers.
Related terms include Summit elevation and Vertical drop.