[PHOTOS] Arapahoe Basin, CO, Tests Snowmaking Equipment Ahead of 2024-25 Season The race to open has already started. Arapahoe Basin is often a frontrunner for being one of the first resorts in North America to spin its chairs, and it looks like it is getting ready to be a contender again this year. Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather October Snow Forecast: These Are the Regions That Will See Snow This Month The […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Shares First Snow Images of Winter 2024-25 Colorado has waited patiently for its first snow while resorts further west received their first dusting in August. Thankfully, that wait is over, as images from resort webcams confirm that winter is well and truly on its way to the Centennial State. Related: Winter 2024-25 Snow Forecast: La Niña’s Impact on North America–Models Agree on the 3 Snowiest States Arapahoe Basin […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 5, 2024 0 Comments
Powder and Paperwork: Feds Routinely Investigate Alterra’s Arapahoe Basin, CO, Acquisition The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and RRC Associates as part of its inquiry into Alterra Mountain Company’s proposed acquisition of Arapahoe Basin ski area in Colorado. Concerns have been raised as to whether the Denver-based corporation is creating a monopoly within the ski industry. This is […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 27, 2024 0 Comments
Here’s What You Need to Know About 24-25 Ikon Pass Access and Parking Reservations at Arapahoe Basin, CO Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, affectionately known as A-Basin, has released key information for the upcoming 2024-25 winter season. Ikon Pass holders will continue to enjoy the same access as in previous years, with 5 days available on the base pass and 7 days on the Full Ikon Pass. For frequent visitors, A-Basin is offering a convenient parking solution. Starting July […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 25, 2024 0 Comments
Top 5 Highest Ski Resort Base Areas in the U.S. Ever wonder why the Rockies tend to have some of the best skiing in the world? Colorado dominates both base elevation and summit elevation at resorts in the USA. High elevation doesn’t necessarily mean the most annual snowfall, but they manage to keep a consistent snowpack due to the elevation. If you bank on consistency when planning a trip, here […] Brains Mark Kuligoski | June 19, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Wraps Up Season After 222 Days of Skiing & Boarding After 222 days of operating, Arapahoe Basin has officially closed out Colorado’s ski & ride season. Closing Day festivities were a splash with Lake Reveal, live music, our favorite corn skiing, and great sunny summer weather. Related: Arapahoe Basin Extends Ski Season to Mid-June, Claiming Colorado’s Longest It was another legendary season at The Basin, with the resort claiming Colorado’s […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 18, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Will Start Summer Operations on June 28 Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado, has announced that it will start its summer operations on June 28. While the resort may have one more weekend on snow, summer is truly here and the snow is melting fast. The resort is slated to close on June 16. From North America’s highest Via Ferrata at 13,000 feet to brand new mountain bike […] SnowBrains | June 13, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Extends Ski Season to Mid-June, Claiming Colorado’s Longest Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, the last resort open in Colorado, has announced it will remain operational for one more week. It will close on June 16 after a remarkable 222-day ski and ride season–the longest in the state. Related: These Are the 2 North American Resorts Still Open for Skiing According to a news release, the resort cited favorable snow […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, Will Offer Skiing & Riding to June Arapahoe Basin Ski Area in Colorado announced that after the great storms this late spring, the resort will offer skiing and riding until June. While the resort has not announced an official closing date yet, it will stay open all throughout May. From June 1, operations will be assessed weekly based on weather and conditions. Guests can follow along with […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 13, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Achieves Net-Zero Carbon Footprint Goal Months Ahead of Schedule Today, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado, announced it is now operating on a net-zero carbon footprint. After setting a goal to reach Carbon Neutrality by 2025 in 2018, the ski area achieved this massive feat months ahead of schedule, following the announcement of 100% renewable electricity in late 2023. “A-Basin is committed to being stewards of the White River National […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 3, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, to Introduce Paid Parking and Reservation System for 2024/25 Season Yesterday, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado, announced plans to implement paid parking and a reservation system for the 2024-25 winter season. Following the news of season pass sales, this development addresses the challenge of managing parking capacity on peak days. Related: Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, 24/25 Season Passes On Sale Now From mid-December 2024 through early May 2025, Arapahoe […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 22, 2024 2 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, Opened for the Season on Sunday On Friday, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, announced that it will open for the 2023/24 winter season on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Arapahoe Basin opened for the winter season and targets being the last to close, offering guests the longest season in Colorado. “There is nothing I enjoy more than seeing people have fun skiing and riding on the hill. […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 30, 2023 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, Will Open for the 2023/24 Winter Season Sunday, Oct. 29 Arapahoe Basin Ski Area will be open on October 29, 2023 Starting Sunday, lifts will spin from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends (starting at 9:00 a.m. on weekdays) and be open and operating seven days a week for the remainder of the season. As of October 1, Arapahoe Basin is operating with 100% renewable electricity, mitigating over 2/3rds […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 27, 2023 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, Achieves 100% Renewable Electricity as of October 2023 As of October, Arapahoe Basin is operating with 100% renewable electricity Thanks to partnerships with Xcel Energy, Jack’s Solar Garden, and other community partners, the resort is now mitigating over 2/3rds of the resort’s carbon emissions Achieving 100% renewable energy is a key milestone toward reaching the resort’s pledge to be carbon-neutral by 2025 As of this October, Arapahoe Basin […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 18, 2023 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Chief Teases Unreleased Master Plan – New Gondola, New Lifts, and Expansions At a recent meeting of Summit County, CO, ski leaders, Arapahoe Basin Chief Operating Officer Alan Henceroth teased details of the resort’s unreleased future master plan. “We’re proposing a couple of parking lots, maybe up to 350 cars, and we are talking about a pedestrian bridge that crosses the highway up above the ski area.” – Alan Henceroth, COO of […] Industry News Steven Agar | October 16, 2023 0 Comments
Power Ranking the Top 7 Colorado Ski Resorts For anybody looking for a location to do some world-class skiing, the state of Colorado should be high on your list. The state has more skiable acres than any other state, all spread over 31 ski resorts. The options are plenty, with massive footprints, varied terrain, and top-notch ski towns. With so many options, many might be wondering which resorts […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 11, 2023 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Arapahoe Basin, CO, Fires Up Snow Guns The race to open has already started. Arapahoe Basin is often a front-runner for being one of the first resorts in North America to spin its chairs, and it looks like it is getting ready to be a contender this year again—the snow guns are out and firing. Related: Brain Post: How Snow Guns Work Hot on the heels of […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 23, 2023 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Selling Off Lengths of Haul Rope From Legendary Pallavicini Chair In addition to auctioning the last two Pallavicini ‘Pali’ chairs, Arapahoe Basin, CO, will also offer sections of the Pali haul rope for purchase. The new lift opened on December 20th, 2020. The haul rope will be sold in 3-foot pieces for $20. Additional pieces will be sold for $2 per foot. Whether you’re interested in creating a work of […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 19, 2023 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Arapahoe Basin, CO, Receives Multiple Inches of Fresh Summer Snow The above photo is from Arapahoe Basin, CO, on *checks calendar* June 2nd. That’s right; it’s snowing in Colorado. Arapahoe Basin is the only resort still open in Colorado and one of only five in North America. These few inches will surely make the next few days a closing weekend to remember. Related: These Are the 5 Ski Resorts Still Open […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 2, 2023 0 Comments
Skier Visits to Arapahoe Basin, CO, Up 9% in 22/23 Skier visits to Arapahoe Basin, CO, went up 9% for the 22/23 season compared to last season. However, they remain 25% lower than when they were partnered with Vail Resorts, according to Arapahoe Basin Chief Operations Officer Alan Henceroth. These numbers are a good sign for the resort, as they aim to keep crowds low and end the parking problems they […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | May 31, 2023 0 Comments