Powder hunters, winter is approaching, and it’s time to dream about your next ski trip! Here are five resorts in the Western USA where you absolutely must ski at least once in your life.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming
Nestled in the heart of Wyoming’s majestic mountains, famous for its steep slopes and legendary Corbet’s Couloir, Jackson Hole attracts thrill-seekers with its 11 meters of natural snow each year. With 131 marked trails, the resort also provides access to over 3,000 acres of backcountry terrain. Its impressive vertical drop of more than 1,262 meters guarantees challenges at every turn! In short, Jackson Hole is a true playground for experienced skiers.
If that doesn’t make you dream, what will?
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort, Colorado
Embark on an adventure in Aspen, where your possibilities are endless! You’ll find four ski areas, each receiving no less than 7 meters of snow every winter!
Discover the “city mountain,” Aspen Mountain, where your quads will burn on its groomed runs and steep glades. At Aspen Highlands, you’ll carve expert terrain, while Buttermilk offers the perfect playground for beginners and families. Finally, wrap up your Colorado stay with the largest of the four mountains: Snowmass, which you won’t be able to fully ski in a week! Tackle its steep slopes, glades, moguls, and groomed runs—there’s no chance of getting bored!
Aspen
Aspen
Big Sky Resort, Montana
Imagine discovering a place that still feels like a hidden secret, where the mountain is all yours. Welcome to Big Sky Resort, where every turn reveals breathtaking views of the Greater Yellowstone region. With 23 km² of skiable terrain and 10 meters of snowfall annually, you’ll have all the space you need to explore at your own pace. From easy runs to must-ski descents that challenge even the best athletes, your best ski days are waiting for you at Big Sky.
Big Sky Resort
Big Sky Resort
Alta Ski Area, Utah
Powder hunters, your search ends here: Alta is where your ski dreams come true! With nearly 14 meters of snow each year, this resort, renowned for its legendary powder, is nestled in the heart of the impressive Wasatch Mountains. Its expansive ski area includes 116 runs, and its variety of beginner and intermediate terrain remains its best-kept secret!
This winter, get ready to ski the iconic Alta mountain, where vast open spaces invite adventure. Between bowls, chutes, and snowy ridges, every turn promises a new discovery!
Alta Ski Area
Alta Ski Area
Sun Valley, Idaho
Sun Valley is often described as a special resort, and it’s not by chance. Famous among Hollywood’s elite, it offers a unique magic with two mountains waiting for you. Dollar Mountain is the perfect playground for beginners, with its gentle slopes and welcoming environment, while Bald Mountain is a true paradise for adventurers. With a vertical drop of over 1,000 meters and virtually no wait at the lifts, you’ll enjoy run after run under the sun that shines 80% of the year! Who could dream of anything better?
Sun Valley
Sun Valley
Discover the Mountain Collective Pass
Have you heard about the Mountain Collective Pass? It’s your key to experiencing the ultimate adventure on the slopes! Enjoy 2 days of skiing at 25 of the best resorts in the world, with the cherry on top: 50% off additional days. Imagine yourself carving down runs in iconic locations, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Plan your next trip and let yourself be seduced by the five mountains of the Western USA!
The Mountain Collective pass: perfect for ski weekends!
The Mountain Collective multi-resort pass also allows you to ski close to home. With resorts like Bromont, Montagne d’Expériences, Le Massif de Charlevoix, and Sugarloaf in Maine among its members, the options are plentiful!
Not familiar with Sugarloaf yet? Trust us, the drive is worth it to discover the largest ski resort in the state. Just a 3.5-hour drive from Montreal and Quebec City, Sugarloaf welcomes you with 1,360 acres of skiable terrain, 176 runs, and over 500 cm of natural snow each winter. It will undoubtedly become one of your new playgrounds for winter adventures!
Sugarloaf
Sugarloaf
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