Colorado has some of the best skiing in the United States, if not the world. Places like Aspen and Vail are synonymous with the sport. Throughout the state, there are ski resorts catering to skiers of all levels, from novices to those who compete in the Olympics. After a day on the slopes, enjoy the fine dining, shopping and nightlife these resorts have to offer.
One of the top spots in the world for skiing, Vail is a snow lover's paradise. With over 5,000 acres of terrain, Vail is the choice for ski connoisseurs. Beyond the freeride runs, the resort features seven bowls, three terrain parks, a Nordic center, and a snow park recreation area called Adventure Ridge, which is reached by gondola and boasts kids' snowmobiling, tubing, ski biking, snowshoeing and other winter activites. Accommodations at Vail include lodges, condominiums and private mansions for rent.
Comprising 5,300 acres, the four mountains of Aspen offer top-notch skiing for the entire family. Purchase of a lift ticket gives access to all four mountains: Aspen Mountain, Buttermilk, Snowmass and Aspen Highlands. Ski and snowboard schools are available for all ages. Kids under six ski for free. There are dozens of on-mountain dining opportunities, and for wildlife lovers, there are guided ski and snowboard tours by a naturalist. Accommodations range from luxury to more affordable package deals.
Telluride prides itself on its uncrowded mountain. Its 1,700 acres of skiable acres feature terrain for all levels, and the lift capacity is more than 22,000 skiers per hour. The ski and snowboard school has private and group lessons, and Telluride mountain ambassadors give visitors free tours of the mountain. In summer, enjoy golf or Telluride's summer festivals. Accommodations include lodges, hotels and vacation rentals.
