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Purchasing a couple lift tickets next season? This move could save you $100s at major resorts
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (326+ words) Headed into the 2026-2027 season, Vail Resorts is again offering their "Epic Day Pass" deal. This pass means purchasing days on the mountain ahead of time, but for a price that"s more than half the cost of the standard peak…...
Monarch Mountain to close ski resort early amid historic low snowpack
1+ week, 3+ day ago (157+ words) A historically low snowpack has caused Monarch Mountain and other Colorado ski areas to close their slopes ahead of schedule. This week will be skiers" last chance to recreate on Monarch Mountain this season, with a closing day set for…...
Colorado ski resorts announce early closures amid historic snowpack lows, high temperatures
1+ week, 2+ day ago (390+ words) Historic low snowpack prompts Denver Water move to Stage 1 restrictions As Colorado's historically low snowpack year comes to a close and spring conditions take over the mountains, the state's major ski resorts are announcing closing dates " some of which are…...
Here’s when Colorado’s ski areas are set to close for the 2025-2026 season
1+ week, 3+ day ago (144+ words) There's no avoiding the reality that it's been a disappointing season in terms of snowfall for the state's winter slopesports enthusiasts. With statewide snowpack currently at 38 percent of the norm for the date and melting fast, many ski areas have…...
Ikon Pass announces changes for Colorado access and pricing ahead of sales starting next week
4+ week, 2+ day ago (185+ words) Days after Epic Pass made headlines by announcing a big discount for the Gen Z demographic, Ikon Pass is making headlines related to an announcement regarding next season's winter pass, too. It's also worth noting that 2026-2027 passholders (session' passes excluded)…...
Two major ski resorts selling $50 lift tickets in Colorado
1+ mon, 59+ min ago (340+ words) Want a major discount next time you hit the slopes on a standard lift ticket in Colorado? Head to the mountains during a week day. Hopeful skiers will find weekend lift tickets at Winter Park Resort in Grand County costing…...
Man “extremely lucky to survive” avalanche that left him stranded feet from cliff
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (332+ words) A split boarder was "extremely lucky to survive" a recent avalanche incident that unfolded in Grand County, per a report from local search and rescue. Meanwhile, Grand County Dispatch got a 911 call from the person who reportedly triggered the avalanche…...
Hulu and Vail Resorts launch immersive on-mountain experience for chance to win next season’s Epic Pass
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (191+ words) This winter, Hulu and Vail Resorts" Epic Pass are teaming up to offer skiers the chance to win next season"s Epic Pass through an immersive on-mountain experience. Scavenger hunts are set to begin weekly starting February 24 and end on…...
Arapahoe Basin ski area begins operations after World War II | Nov. 1, 1946 | Colorado’s Top 150 Sports Moments
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (177+ words) Happy birthday, Colorado " and Colorado sports. Leading into the state's 150th birthday Aug. 1, The Denver Gazette has partnered with the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame to publicize the definitive list of Colorado's top 150 sports moments. Colorado Sports Hall of Fame historian…...
A skier’s guide to Monarch Mountain: Terrain, dining, lodging, parking, and more
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (595+ words) Known for its abundant natural snow, uncrowded slopes, affordability, and classic Colorado atmosphere, Monarch Mountain offers a quintessential Colorado skiing experience and is often referred to as a "locals" favorite" spot. Monarch Mountain offers 1,146 acres of skiable terrain, with 377 acres…...