Known for its world-class skiing and snowboarding across four different resorts, Aspen and Snowmass, are two of Colorado’s top winter destinations. The area offers a number of winter-themed festivals, memorable …
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20 Best Colorado Ski Resorts for Powder
When you say Colorado, people think of snow-capped peaks and epic skiing. And they're right. The biggest and best ski resorts are here and they're spectacular! With over thirty ski areas to choose from, not to mention …
The 4 Incredible Ski Resorts near Aspen
Few other Colorado towns boast the impressive compilation of Colorado ski resorts in one location as Aspen does. Home to the Winter X Games and a legendary terrain park, Aspen and its neighbor Snowmass Village showcase a …
Fly Directly to these Colorado Ski Resorts with Airports Nearby
While Denver International Airport resides relatively close to the Rocky Mountains, you're still well over an hour to the closest ski resort. Some people prefer to fly directly to their destination, so choosing a ski …
Got Vertical? Colorado Ski Resorts by Size
Colorado's world class ski resorts feature a myriad of skiable acres and vertical drops, all waiting to be explored by eager riders. Whether you're looking for that right combination of vertical and terrain, or are just …
The Colorado Ski Resorts by Hot Springs
In Colorado's Rocky Mountains, hot springs go together with ski resorts like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold, snowy day. It's a match made in a winter wonderland! Luckily, there are usually some geothermal mineral water …
Rundown of 32 Ski Resorts in Colorado
The list and map of Colorado ski resorts are jam-packed with gems in all corners of the Rockies. Depending on how each season kicks off, Colorado can have as many as 32 ski areas operating at its peak winter. The …
Brief Timeline of Colorado’s Ski and Snowboard History
When people around the world think of Colorado, many conjure idyllic images of skiers and snowboarders gliding down pristine, snow-covered mountains. Since skiing currently is so integral to the cultural and scenic …
14 Colorado Lifts for Hikers & Sightseers
Want to breathe in Colorado’s fresh mountain air without a strenuous uphill climb? Thanks to many of the state’s year-round resorts, there are plenty of places in Colorado to enjoy chairlift-assisted hiking …
Cindy Leuchtenburg: Portrait of the Artist as a Ski Instructor
Aspen Colorado ski instructor Cindy Leuchetenburg embodies the visions of skier Friedl Pfeifer and industrialist Walter Paepcke. Pfeifer dreamed of a world-class ski resort with an elite teaching staff. Paepcke wanted …
Kate Howe: Ski Instructor, Yoga Teacher, Massage Therapist, Woman of the World
Aspen Colorado ski instructor Kate Howe has a blog called Skiing in the Shower. That alone should spark your interest. Adventurous, spiritual yet surprisingly down-to-earth, her blog name is just one of the things that …
Weems Westfeldt: A Diamond in the Powder
I've taught, watched people teach, and watched people learn skiing (and other snow sports) for 45 years. It has been a long apprenticeship (and one not over yet) with lots of research, fun, and wonderful people. What a …