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Skiing & Snowboarding Blog

Colorado has fantastic skiing and snowboarding. A Basin and Loveland race to open every year in October. After that there there are new resorts opening up every weekend into mid December, by which point it's officially winter! Read our skiing guide.

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Top things to do in Glenwood Springs

April 23, 2022 By //  by William Reavis

Anchored by its plentiful hot springs and stunning canyon, the historic town of Glenwood Springs features something for everyone. Whether you're looking to hit the slopes, soak in the mineral hot springs, climb the …

Colorado National Monument Valley in April

Things to do in April in Colorado

April 12, 2022 By //  by Bella Beckler

By April in Colorado springtime has made itself known throughout the front range and even into the high country. While you'll still find snowy things to do and cold temperatures up at elevation, warm-weather activities …

Colorado Ski Resort Snowmass Mountain Introspective

2021-22 Colorado Ski Resort Season Opening & Closing Dates

March 18, 2022 By //  by Bella Beckler

Every winter the Colorado ski season kicks off with great anticipation, usually beginning sometime in October. The season opening and closing days for Colorado's ski resorts are important dates to remember when planning …

Lost Colorado Ski Area Hidden Valley RMNP Estes Park

7 Former Ski Areas of Colorado

March 14, 2022 By //  by Samantha Ripley

Some of the most fascinating remnants of Colorado’s ski history are its lost and abandoned ski resorts. They're often sighted by the scars that the old runs have left upon the mountains. Of around 150 resorts that …

10th Mountain Division Ski Troopers Training in Colorado Circa 1943

The US Army’s Tenth Mountain Division and Colorado

March 7, 2022 By //  by Patrick McGuire

The thought of an elite group of skiers who scale cliff faces and fight bad guys atop mountains sounds like the stuff of predictable action movies. However, unpredictably, this division of the US Army is very much real. …

Copper Mountain Ski Resort Colorado

Colorado’s 17 Best Ski Resorts for a Powder Day

February 25, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

When you say Colorado, people think 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 …

Monarch Mountain Ski Resort Expert Trails

9 Ski Resorts nearest Colorado Springs

February 17, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

Unlike Denver, Colorado Springs isn't really known for its easy access to world class ski resorts. However, the second most populated city in Colorado still boasts a slew of skiing and snowboarding within a two and half …

Keystone Ski Resort Night Skiing

Night Skiing Under the Lights in Keystone

February 16, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

Skiing after dark at Keystone Ski Resort is one for your ski bucket list. It holds the largest night skiing operation in Colorado, with access all the way to the top of the mountain. Keystone's a favorite resort …

Colorado Ski Resorts by Size Vail

Got Vertical? Colorado Ski Resorts by Size

January 27, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

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 …

Avalanche in Breckenridge

How Common are Avalanches in Colorado?

January 26, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Colorado's mountains are a paradise for skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobilers, but enjoying outdoor winter recreation in the state carries serious risks. Avalanches are common and lethal occurrences across Mountain …

Active snow avalanche moving down mountain

What to do Before, During and After an Avalanche

January 25, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you plan on being outdoors in mountains during winter, avalanche preparedness isn't just a nice thing to be familiar with; it's information that could save your life. Today, we're covering the basics of what to do in …

Ski Lingo Apres Ski Bar Train Switzerland

Speak Fluent Ski Bum with this Slang

January 24, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

Ski bums are a creative bunch. With laid back lingo and vibes similar to surfers you might find on the beach, the slang words you'll hear around ski resorts are often equally hilarious and puzzling. With new …

image of Skiers at Winter Park Ski Resort

The Wonderful Skiing by Winter Park

January 20, 2022 By //  by Jessica Hughes

Located just 65 miles west of Denver, Winter Park is a year-round destination in Grand County that's known for its plethora of outdoor activities. But it's best known for its winter sports, such as skiing.  Home to the …

Steamboat Ski Resort Night Skiing Colorado

6 Resorts with Night Skiing in Colorado

January 19, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

When the sun goes down, the fun keeps going on some Colorado mountains. Night skiing is available at a number of ski resorts around the state, each with varying days and hours. Skiing after daylight hours has its …

image of Hesperus Ski Area Colorado

Handful of Ski Resorts near Durango

January 15, 2022 By //  by Jessica Hughes

While Durango isn't known as a major ski destination, it has its fair share of mountains to ride near town. In addition to its beloved Purgatory Resort, there are a couple local ski hills and a couple more world class …

Mount Evans, Colorad

What is Colorado is known for?

January 13, 2022 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Colorado is known for a lot of things, but most of the world probably thinks of stunning mountain scenery when they think of the state. But in addition to the high country, the Centennial State is famous for lots of …

image of Powderhorn Resort Snowboarding through Powder

The Ski Resorts Close to Grand Junction

January 11, 2022 By //  by Jessica Hughes

Many choose Colorado for a ski vacation and head to the popular ski resorts of Vail, Aspen, or Breckenridge and often forget about Colorado’s Western Slope. Locals and Colorado natives will tell you some of the best …

Silverton Mountain Ski Resort

Shred West to 7 Secluded Colorado Ski Slopes

January 7, 2022 By //  by Shawn Reeser

With Western Colorado's abundance of mountains and dry, fresh powder, you may have a difficult time choosing which resort to ski first. The slopes are quiet and free of crowds, so you'll spend more time carving powder …

Fly Directly to these Colorado Ski Resorts with Airports Nearby

January 6, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

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 …

Aspen, CO

Where in Colorado Gets the Most Snow?

January 2, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you’re looking for the most snow in Colorado, you’ll have to head uphill. Tucked into some of the high-elevation areas throughout the state, Colorado’s Rocky Mountain ski resorts and communities receive some of the …

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