Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts, or "Baldy" for short, is a family owned and operated ski resort located in Los Angeles County, California, USA on Mount San Antonio (AKA Mount Baldy). The venerable resort sports an anachronistic, "funky" vibe uncommon in today's slick, corporate skiing world. The resort is run by the Ellingson family, who also operate the Mount Baldy Lodge, one of two restaurants in the village. The ski resort claims to be "The largest and steepest resort in Southern California," with 26 runs spanning 3 mountains featuring a peak elevation of 8,600 feet. Baldy spans 800 acres with an impressive 2,100 foot vertical drop, and is located just 45 miles from Los Angeles, making it the closest resort to the city.