The state of Colorado has over two dozen ski resorts ranging in opulence from basic accomedations and operations to glamorous haunts for the rich and famous. From Colorado’s Playground of Summit County, to the number one ski resort in the country, to the upper crust resort of Aspen, there is a ski town that is just right for you.
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White powder, diverse terrain, and close proximity to each other are what make Colorado’s ski towns so special. From Colorado’s Playground of Summit County, to the number one ski resort in the country, to the upper crust resort of Aspen, there is a ski town that is just right for you. Summit County is known throughout the world for having numerous top rated ski areas within miles of each other. Keystone is a growing resort town close to the communities of Dillon and Silverthorne. With a new terrain park, additional terrain being added in the Outback, and night skiing until 10:00 pm, this mountain offers hours of fun in a family-friendly environment. A locals’ favorite and expert friendly mountain, Arapahoe Basin, known as The Legend, has the longest ski season in Colorado with its opening day in late October and the last ski day sometimes scheduled as late as July 4th. Although known for its expert-only terrain, A-Basin also has plenty of runs for the beginning and intermediate skier. In addition, because of the mountain’s high elevation, skiers and riders can count on quality snow any day of the season. Copper Mountain, just off I-70 past Frisco, is a smaller resort area but a favorite among Summit County visitors and locals for the layout of its terrain. The mountain is designed so that it runs from beginner to expert runs without much area for the difficulty levels to intermingle, thus making it safer and more enjoyable for all skiers. Breckenridge, voted the #6 ski resort in America for two years running, is a great town with excellent skiing and riding on four different peaks each offering a different type of terrain. Being one of the first resorts in the nation to put a focus on snowboarding and having one of the best terrain parks in the country, part of Breckenridge’s popularity stems from its excellent snowboarding conditions. |
The sister resorts of Vail and Beaver Creek, ranked #1 and #4 respectively in Ski Magazine 2004, are first class resorts offering some of the best skiing and riding in the world. Vail’s Back Bowls and new Blue Sky Basin are legendary for their fantastic powder, while the mountain’s front side offers some of the most diverse terrain found anywhere. Beaver Creek is a beautiful resort with Aspen-lined runs and first-rate accommodations and services. The resort, through minimal grooming, allows a great majority of its runs to carve out into moguls creating mostly intermediate and expert runs on the mountain. With an annual snowfall of 465 natural inches, the most snow in Colorado, Wolf Creek, located in Pagosa Springs, draws visitors with promise of fresh powder and incredibly beautiful terrain and views of the San Juan and Rio Grande National Forests. The posh resort area of Aspen/Snowmass consists of four mountains that combined offer one of the best vacationing experiences in the state. With varying terrain including the steeps and bumps of Aspen, the variety and terrain parks of Snowmass, the extreme terrain and breathtaking views of the Maroon Bells of the Aspen Highlands, and the beginner friendly trails of Buttermilk, home of the ESPN Winter X-Games, there is a favorite mountain for any kind of skier at every age. Telluride, located in the picturesque San Juan Mountains, is a favorite for its bluebird skies, exciting backcountry terrain, and has always taken top honors in ski magazine surveys for its 360-degree views and towering mountain landscape. The top-of-the-line skiing provided by the many resort companies in Colorado has created one of the best winter recreation regions in the nation. Whether you are looking for exciting steeps and bumps, gentle groomers, the best terrain park in the country, high-speed gondolas, or the deepest powder you can find, there is a resort area in Colorado for you. |
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Outdoor enthusiasts have been flocking to Colorado for years to ski, snowboard, hike, mountain bike, climb, kayak, raft, and so much more. From the high peaks along the Continental Divide to the rushing waters of the Colorado River and the wildflower-covered valleys, Colorado is a breathtaking example of natural beauty at its best. The six regions of the state all offer visitors diverse and unique vacation destinations to explore throughout the year.
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