Colorado is a world-class skiing destination for good reason. Bluebird days, great snow, and acres of ski terrain make it a winter sports paradise. If you’ve never visited these Colorado ski resorts before and love to ski you’re in for a real treat. Because Colorado is such a winter destination, there are a ton of ski resorts in Colorado to choose from.
You may be wondering when ski resorts in Colorado open. Well, they’re open now, and not just a couple lifts. Many of them are completely open. Most Colorado ski resorts do not close until April. Read on to see which resort is best for you.
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Breckenridge
Breckenridge boasts the highest chair lift on the planet, multiple peaks to explore, lift line forecasts, and plenty of terrain for all levels of skier.
- Stay:
- Après: Base Nine Bar
Winter Park
Winter Park calls itself the #1 ski resort in North America. With plenty of great ski terrain, activities to enjoy when your feet get sore from wearing ski boots, lessons, rentals, and more, it’s easy to see why many people think so.
- Stay:
- Après: Mountaintop Apres
Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek has ample terrain for skiers to explore, including McCoy Park which is 250 acres of ski terrain tailored for beginner and intermediate skiers. Ice skating and chocolate chip cookies are just some of the perks at this world-class resort.
- Stay:
- Après: The Dusty Boot
Keystone
When traveling with the family Keystone can be a great option. If you book for more than two nights you’ll get a free day of skiing for your child 12 or under. For every additional day you stay, you’ll get another free day of skiing. Pretty sweet, right?
- Stay:
- Après: Kickapoo Tavern
Vail
With 5,317 acres of skiable terrain, Vail offers plenty of great skiing for those at any level. If you’ve noticed any similarities between some resort websites, amenities, and even the resorts themselves, it’s because Vail is a big name in the resort world. They own many different resorts (around 40) and not without some controversy. Criticism includes expensive lift tickets and cost-of-living increases wherever they buy up property. That said, if you’re familiar with the Vail experience, and enjoy it, you know what you’ll be getting.
- Stay:
- Après: The Red Lion
Steamboat
Famous for its “champagne powder,” Steamboat Ski Resort has plenty of skiing and other activities to enjoy. Get a free night of skiing the first day you arrive by showing your flight boarding pass. In the morning, check out the famous Closet and Shadows runs when the powder is flowing.
- Stay: Antlers at Christie Base
- Après: T-Bar
Telluride
Telluride offers ski-in/ski-out access, short lift lines, and charming ski town, and stunning views. I mean, what more could you ask for?
- Stay:
- Après: Oak
Aspen
Aspen is pretty much synonymous with skiing and Colorado. Aspen offers 5,500 acres of ski terrain, great restaurants, accommodations, and plenty to do when not skiing.
- Stay:
- Après: Aspen Highlands Alehouse
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