Shemshak (ski resort) of Tehran, and is located in the city of Shemshak. The ski resort is about a 90 minute drive away from Tehran. Skiing on Shemshak started in 1949, but it was not until 1959 when the first lift was constructed on the mountain. In 1996, after renovations on the mountain, the ski resort was recognized as an internationally acceptable course by the International Ski Federation. Shemshak has classically catered to more advanced skiers while Dizin has drawn beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. The slopes are quite steep and many of the runs are mogul runs. Ski season is usually four
Baker Mountain (ski area) the first rope tow at Baker Mountain; by the 1940s a second tow was installed. In 1968 the rope tows were removed and a T-bar was installed to bring skiers to the top of the open slope. Baker Mountain (ski area) Baker Mountain is a small community ski area located in Moscow, Maine. It consists of five runs (3 beginner and 2 intermediate) and a T-bar lift. The ski area is on the southern end of Pierce Hill (el. ), just north of its namesake, Baker Mountain (el. ) It was started in 1930 by Allen Quimby Jr. Baker Mountain