The Growth of Skiable Terrain in the Western U.S. Has Been Far Greater Than You Might Think What if I told you that, over the past 30 years, the Western U.S. has effectively added the equivalent of 22 ski areas the size of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort? For most skiers and snowboarders, that would sound like an impossible dream — or at least a wildly optimistic projection. And yet, that’s exactly what has happened across the 11 […] Brains Brent Thomas | May 18, 2025 0 Comments
Take a Less Crowded Approach to Skiing at These U.S. Resorts Each year, ski resorts are becoming more and more crowded. Although there may not be one exact reason ski resorts are becoming overcrowded, contributing factors may include the rise of multi-mountain season pass popularity, the increase in outdoor activities due to COVID-19, and the wish for a winter wonderland escape away from one’s bustling city. With crowds come increased lift […] Industry News Samantha Gates | January 4, 2024 0 Comments
Which States Have the Most Lift Accessed Skiable Acres? Updated May 16, 2025 Ski resorts will often boast about having the biggest vertical rise, the highest average snowfall, or the most skiable acres. Individual states can tout how many total ski areas are located in the state. Related: UPDATED: Which US State Has The Most Ski Resorts? But what states can say they have the most total skiable acres […] Brains Brent Thomas | July 1, 2022 2 Comments
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