As the snow begins to soften, resorts all over experience the same incredible phenomenon: the “wiggle runs” start to appear. Also commonly referred to as “snake runs” due to their obvious appearance, they are hard to miss and a lot of fun to ski or snowboard down.
Wiggles form when skiers and snowboarders repeatedly make turns in the same slushy area, pushing snow and creating berms. They are similar to banked slalom courses and are often found in ditches or gullies. However, some of the biggest, baddest snake runs are usually at big mountain resorts in high terrain. That said, any resort that remains open and sees warm temperatures in the spring has a chance of naturally developing a wiggle.
These glorious, surfy, wave-like runs come in all shapes and sizes. Some are long and leg-burning. Many are short and sweet, leaving you yearning for more. A few may even have hairpin turns through deep walls that can be 5-10 feet tall. Regardless, a wiggle is always worth a try for a guaranteed memorable experience.
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