The only resort destination in the state is Alyeska in the small town of Girdwood, 45 minutes from Anchorage. It is the largest 
ski area, with plenty of steep slopes, and heliskiing trips also depart from the base of the mountain. The upper mountain is in a giant glacial bowl well above the timberline. Snowfall amounts are twice as much as the Colorado resorts receive, and temperatures are milder being at sea level near the coast. Weather conditions though are often erratic and unpredictable. Accommodations are available, and can be a condo, chalet, or a stay at the Alyeska Prince hotel, a luxurious hotel built in the early 1990’s. Staying in Anchorage is also an option.
Twelve miles from Juneau is the Eaglecrest ski area. Precipitation sometimes occurs with warmer temperatures, and even in the middle of winter operations can be suspended. But following a storm, conditions can be excellent for terrific powder conditions. Accommodations will be found in Juneau.
Heliskiing in Alaska is mostly done by experts, but many are advanced intermediate skiers not necessarily looking for death defying vertical descents. It is very expensive, and even if the weather shuts down the operation, you probably will still be paying for the helicopter time even though you do not get to use it.
Most helicopters carry four skiers and a guide along with the pilot. Rather than prepay for a guaranteed seat, many try to arrange to fill in an opening on already booked flights, but competition for these places can be stiff. This is especially true in Valdez which is where Alaskan heliskiing began, and it is still the best known place for the sport. Other heliskiing operators can be found in Girdwood, Cordova, and Haines.
The heliskiing season runs from February through April, with February being the coldest with the shortest days but the freshest snow. March is the most popular month for heliskiing.