Formerly SolVista Basin, Ski Granby Ranch is a family favorite ski resort, located about thirty minutes north of Winter Park. It’s a great mountain for newer skiers and families looking for lots of activities nearby.
The mountain offers breathtaking views of the Rockies in all directions, while the resort and town provide a relaxed Grand County charm. This is a terrific little ski area for those looking to learn the sport.
Terrain
Granby Ranch Resort has 37 trails spread over 406 skiable acres. Both beginner and intermediate skiers and riders will find great slopes to learn on. There are easy greens, long blues, bumps, steeps, and numerous freestyle features. There is also a terrain park with some exciting features.
Two mountains make up the ski area. The eastern hill is mostly all gentle groomers, whereas the eastern hill has some steeps and bumps. Granby Ranch has a Ski & Ride School, offering daily lessons throughout the season. Night skiing is also offered every other Saturday and on some holidays throughout the season.
Village
There is a base lodge with a cafeteria, restaurant, rentals, and retail shop. The town of Granby offers additional amenities within a 5-minute drive. The historic downtown is lined with nice restaurants, shops and lodging. Winter Park and Fraser are within a 30 minute drive, offering even more to do and see. Hot Sulphur Springs is only 10 miles from town.
Details
Address: 1000 Village Rd, Granby, CO 80446
Phone: 970-887-5123
Season: December – late March
Lift Hours: 9am – 4pm
Mountain Stats:
- Elevation: 8,202 ft – 9,202 ft
- Vertical – 1,000 ft
- Ski Area: 406 acres
- Average Snowfall: 220 in
Trail Map: Ski Granby Ranch (jpg)
Website: granbyranch.com