Summit County is one of the most premium areas for skiing in the entire planet. Throughout Summit County, dozens of ski resorts offer access to Rocky Mountain slopes that average over 300 inches of snow every year. In terms of North America, you can’t get much better than here for a weekend of skiing and snowboarding. However, the sheer number of ski resorts can make it tricky to decide exactly which resort is right for your vacation getaway. Here are some of the top ski resorts in Summit County, in our opinion…
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckenridge Ski Resort is in the heart of Summit County. It hosts some of the top-ranked ski terrain in the region and has incredible amenities. It truly is a great resort for advanced and beginner skiers alike. New skiers can take advantage of the renowned Ski & Ride School. Breckenridge Ski Resort is also home to the highest ski lift in North America, the Imperial Lift, which reaches nearly 13,000 feet in elevation. Skiers can also take advantage of staying at Village at Breckenridge, which provides incredible lodging right at the base of the slopes.
Arapahoe Basin
Arapahoe Basin is so well-known in ski communities around the world that is has been given a fitting nickname: The Legend. How did it get this nickname? It provides skiers with incredibly steep terrain that provides thrilling runs and slopes. This is a perfect resort for advanced skiers who want a challenge. The good news for those skiers is that they can get that thrill for most of the year, since Arapahoe Basin has one of the longest ski seasons in the country, due to its location.
Keystone Resort
Keystone Resort combines slopes from 3 different mountains to offer guests an epic skiing experience. These 3 peaks, Dercum Mountain, North Peak, and The Outback, each offer something different to skiers. This is also one of the premier resorts in the area for individuals who prefer night skiing. There’s something for everyone at Keystone Resort.
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain is right next to Breckenridge (there’s just so much good skiing in the Breckenridge area). This ski resort offers a state-of-the-art terrain division system that is separated by natural components. Each section of the ski resort is meant to be designed for skiers & snowboarders of different skill levels.