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Do you hear that sound? |
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It is the sound of you yodeling from atop the mountain, your ski tips dangling over the edge. It's the sound of your children giggling as they ski for the first time. |
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It's your inner child saying, "We have arrived!" |
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To Ski In Colorado
Is To Discover The Pure Joy of Powder
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You Won't Believe The World-Class Experience That Awaits You |
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There are numerous ski areas within a reasonable driving distance in Southern Colorado. Additionally, there are an abundance of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling opportunities. |
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The winters in Colorado offer a lot of recreational fun! |
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SOUTHERN COLORADO SKI
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As the premier ski destination in North America, Colorado boasts the best variety of skiing and ski-related attractions on the continent, perhaps even the globe. |
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The state's 26 alpine resorts attract more than 11 million skier visits each year. More than one-fifth of all the lift tickets sales in North America occur at a Colorado resort. Seven of the 10 most popular resorts on the continent share a Colorado address. |
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Best Known For Average Annual Snowfall of 465 Natural Inches
The Most Snow in Colorado
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Wolf Creek Is Known For |
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Deep Powder Skiing
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Friendly Atmosphere
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Affordable Prices
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Delicious Homemade Food
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Received the 2010 OnTheSnow Visitors Choice award for the Rockies |
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65 Miles West of Alamosa
Highway 160 on Wolf Creek Pass |
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Skiable acres: |
1,600 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
465 inches -
the most snow in Colorado |
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Vertical Drop: |
1,604 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
10,300 feet above sea level |
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Summit Elevation: |
11,904 feet above sea level |
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Slopes |
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Beginner: |
20 percent |
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Intermediate: |
35 percent |
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Advance: |
25 percent |
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Expert: |
20 percent |
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Longest Run: |
2 miles -- Navajo Trail |
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1 Double
2 Triple
1 Quad
1 Quad Detachable
1 High Speed Poma Lift
1 Magic Carpet |
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Early November to Early April |
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Webcam |
wolfcreekski.com/wolf-creek-web-cam.php |
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Monarch Mountain is the perfect ski area for people looking to get away from the hustle-bustle of the bigger resorts. Monarch is very affordable and easily accessible. At Monarch you park right at the base of the mountain and walk to the lifts, making it very convenient for families with little ones. |
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Monarch's Strongest Attributes |
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Friendly People
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Sno-Cat Tours
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91 Miles North of Alamosa |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Monarch
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Skiable acres: |
800 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
350 inches |
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Lifts: |
1 fixed quad, 4 fixed double
chairs |
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Vertical Drop: |
1,170 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
10,790 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
11,961 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
14 percent |
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Intermediate: |
28 percent |
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Advance: |
27 percent |
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Expert: |
31 percent |
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Longest Run: |
1 mile |
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Season
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Mid November to Early April |
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Located In the Heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains
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Best Known For |
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Crested Butte remains true to its heritage and radiates an unparalleled welcoming and inviting spirit that will take you back to a simpler life and time. |
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164 Miles North of Alamosa |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Crested Butte |
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Skiable acres: |
1,058 |
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Lifts: |
14 |
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Vertical Drop: |
2,775 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
9,375 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
12,162 feet |
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Season |
Late November to Early April |
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Webcam |
skicb.com/winter-mountain-cams.html |
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Ski Cooper offers an exciting and affordable alternative to the hustle and bustle of the big areas with short lift lines and long runs. |
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Known For |
- Affordable Prices
- Long Runs
- Moguls
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- Short Lift Lines
- Wide-Open
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Ski Cooper Has Ski And Snowboard Lessons For All Ages And Abilities |
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135 Miles North of Alamosa |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Leadville |
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Skiable
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400
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Annual Snowfall: |
250 inches |
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Lifts: |
4 |
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Vertical Drop: |
1200 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
10,500 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
11,700 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
30 percent |
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Intermediate: |
40 percent |
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Expert: |
30 percent |
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Longest Run: |
1.4 miles |
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Late November to Early April |
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Taos Ski Valley |
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102 Miles Southeast of Alamosa |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Taos Ski Valley, NM |
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Taos Ski Valley has 40-plus merchants with an inviting range of casual dining, lodging, shopping and outdoor activities. The village's European tradition welcomes you with a sense of belonging in our community. |
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Skiable acres: |
1,294 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
305 inches |
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Lifts: |
4 quad chair lifts; 1 triple
chair lift; 5 double chair lifts; 2 surface
lifts |
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Vertical Drop: |
2,612 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
9,207 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
11,819 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
24 percent |
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Intermediate: |
25 percent |
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Expert: |
51 percent |
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Late November to Late March |
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Webcams |
skitaos.org/webcams |
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Red River Ski Area |
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92 Miles Southeast of Alamosa |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Red River, NM |
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Red River Ski Area is located at the top of the Enchanted Circle in Northern New Mexico. It is a full service area with lessons, rentals, and lift tickets, all conveniently located in town. Lodging partners in the area provide wonderful package opportunities including our Ski Free/Stay Free and Fourth Night Free promotions. |
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Skiable acres: |
290 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
218 inches |
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Lifts: |
4 Double Chairs, 2 Triple Chairs,
1 Surface Tow |
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Vertical Drop: |
1,600 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
8,750 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
10,350 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
32 percent |
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Intermediate: |
38 percent |
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Expert: |
30 percent |
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Longest Run: |
2.5 miles |
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Season
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Mid December to Late March |
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Webcams |
redriverskiarea.com/live-cams |
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Sipapu Ski Area |
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114 Miles Southeast of Alamosa |
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Home to the Longest Ski Season in New Mexico
Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort offers a natural mountain terrain, perfect for all ability levels. From green and blue groomed cruisers to the steeps and powder stashes found above Lift 1, this mountain has something for everyone. |
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Driving Directions from Alamosa to Sipapu, NM |
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Skiable acres: |
200 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
190 inches |
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Lifts: |
4 |
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Vertical Drop: |
1,055 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
8,200 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
9,255 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
20 percent |
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Intermediate: |
45 percent |
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Advance: |
35 percent |
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Season
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Late December to Late March |
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Webcams |
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Angel Fire |
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Skiable acres: |
500 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
210 inches |
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Lifts: |
2 high-speed quads, 3 doubles,
2 Sunkid Wondercarpets |
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Vertical Drop: |
2,077 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
8,600 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
10,677 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
26 percent |
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Intermediate: |
50 percent |
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Advance: |
24 percent |
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Longest Run: |
3.2 miles |
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Season
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Mid December to Late March |
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Webcam |
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Santa Fe |
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Skiable acres: |
660 |
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Annual Snowfall: |
225 inches |
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Lifts: |
7 Lifts: 1 Quad, 2 Triples,
2 Doubles, 2 Surface |
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Vertical Drop: |
1,725 feet |
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Base Elevation: |
10,350 feet |
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Summit Elevation: |
12,075 feet |
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Slopes
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Beginner: |
20 percent |
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Intermediate: |
40 percent |
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Advance: |
40 percent |
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Late November to Early April |
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