Forest Service Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Improvements at Snowmass Mountain Resort, CO The White River National Forest seeks public comments on several proposed improvements at Snowmass Mountain Resort. Aspen Skiing Company is proposing to replace the aging Elk Camp and Alpine Springs quad chairlifts with six-person detachable lifts, expand the Elk Camp Restaurant deck, construct a summer activity Kid’s Challenge Course, and redevelop the existing Ullrhof Restaurant. If approved, work is anticipated […] Industry News Press Release | August 27, 2024 0 Comments
Aspen Skiing Co. Announces 2024/25 Season Pass Prices 2 Months Earlier Than Usual To give its guests more time to plan their winter, Aspen Skiing Co. (SkiCo) has launched its 2024/25 season pass products and prices two months earlier than previous seasons. Passes go on sale June 25 and each one offers access to 5,600-plus acres of skiing and riding across its four Aspen, Colorado, area mountains and gives guests flexibility to choose […] Industry News Brent Thomas | June 26, 2024 0 Comments
Aspen Mountain & Snowmass, CO, Announces Plans for Thanksgiving Opening Weekend Aspen Mountain and Snowmass, Colorado, will open for the 2023/24 season as scheduled on Thursday, November 23. The traditional Thanksgiving opening will feature skiing on the upper slopes of Aspen Mountain as well as Elk Camp Meadows at Snowmass. “This will be my first opening here at Aspen Snowmass and I couldn’t be more excited to join the team on […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 21, 2023 0 Comments
Condé Nast Reveals 2023 Readers’ Choice Top 40 U.S. Ski Resorts Condé Nast announced this year’s top 40 U.S. ski resorts according to readers. Condé Nast Traveler is a globally recognized travel publication providing readers with insightful travel information and inspiration for over three decades. The Readers’ Choice Awards are an annual celebration of the world’s best destinations and travel experiences, as chosen by Condé Nast Traveler’s discerning readership. Snowmass 90.27 […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 13, 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
Aspen, CO: The Most Expensive Season Pass in the World? Aspen Skiing Company, operator of the Aspen Snowmass Resort, CO, has announced their pricing structure for the 22/23 season. Their ‘Premier Pass’, which has no blackout dates and offers unlimited skiing, will start at $2,599 if purchased by September 16. After this cut-off, prices will increase to $2,799 until December 2 and to $3,099 if purchased after. The Aspen Premier Pass […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 17, 2022 5 Comments
Aspen Snowmass, CO, Announces Season Pass Price Increase Aspen Skiing Co. just announced its Spring sale for 2022-2023 season passes. Like many resorts around the country, Aspen Skiing Co. has increased its season pass prices by about 8%. The Adult Premier Pass includes unlimited skiing at any of its four mountains, including Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Aspen Snowmass. It can be purchased for $2,479 during this Spring […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | April 7, 2022 8 Comments
Aspen Mountain and Snowmass, CO, to Open on Thanksgiving Day Thanks to Expanded Snowmaking Aspen Mountain and Snowmass Ski Area will begin their 75th year as planned on Thanksgiving Day despite Mother Nature trying her hardest to throw a spanner in the works. Aspen Mountain will have 50-acres at the top of the mountain available and will be running the Ajax Express and Gent’s Ridge chairlifts. Silver Queen Gondola will be running to upload and […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 23, 2021 0 Comments
Viceroy Snowmass’ $40k Luxury Ski Package Viceroy Snowmass, a luxury hotel located at the base of Snowmass, CO, is offering the ultimate skiing experience this year. This $40,200 package is known as “The Seamless Ski Luxury Package” The hotel claims this package is the “most stress-free ski getaway” and “everything is over-the-top.” Related: Aspen Snowmass, CO, to Charge Uphill Skiers Next Season So what exactly makes […] Industry News Breya Bergom | September 17, 2021 1 Comment
The 15 Highest Ski Resorts In Colorado Colorado is synonymous with skiing. CO sees more skier visits than any other US state. The Centennial State is home to over 25 ski resorts and tons of elevation. In fact, Colorado owns most of the highest elevation ski areas in North America. Here are the top 15: *** #1 – Silverton Mountain, 13,487 ft #2 – Telluride, 13,150 ft #3 […] Mike Lavery | September 3, 2021 2 Comments
Aspen, CO Report: Sunset Powder Skiing Report from Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Many ski resorts are shutting down for the season, and it’s once again that time of year where it feels like skiing is over until winter returns in 6-8 months. But up high, there remains some good snow to ski; you just have to work for it! Today we decided to tour up now-closed Snowmass […] Conditions Report Clay Malott | April 29, 2021 0 Comments
Hikers Dressed in Shorts Rescued After Getting Stuck on Cliff Near Snowmass, CO On Tuesday, April 6, 2021, around 12:40 pm, the Snowmass Village Police Department received a phone call from a man who stated that he and his hiking companion were near the Rim Trail and were stuck on a cliff face in an area that was too steep to continue hiking in any direction. Related: 2 Skiers Who Ducked Rope to […] SnowBrains | April 8, 2021 2 Comments
Aspen Skiing Co. Extends Season at Snowmass, CO Hot on the heels of Vail Resorts’ announcement that they are extending the season at a number of their US resorts, Aspen Skiing Co. (Skico) announced yesterday that they will be extending the season at Snowmass by a week. The mountain will now close on April 25th. Related: Own The Stoke With Your 21/22 Ikon Pass – On Sale March […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 11, 2021 0 Comments
Snowmass, CO Report: 20″ of Overnight Snow [arve url="https://youtu.be/IqTDoh3_frE"] Clay Malott | February 5, 2021 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Aspen Employee Last Seen Boarding Chairlift 2-Days Ago Found Dead in Very Hazardous Terrain Outside Snowmass Ski Area, CO On Thursday, January 28, 2021, the Aspen Ski Company, Snowmass Mountain Ski Patrol (SMSP), Mountain Rescue Aspen (MRA), Flight for Life, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, Snowmass Police Department, and the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office coordinated in the search for an overdue party, David Cross. Related: Celebrity Rachel Zoe Scarred For Life After Her 9-Year-Old Son Falls Off Aspen, CO […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 29, 2021 0 Comments
Snowmass, CO Report: Bottomless Birthday Powder [arve url="https://youtu.be/8H9I13PBcv0"] Clay Malott | December 29, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Snowmass, CO Report: Deep Snow and Perfect Groomers [arve url="https://youtu.be/YxdYQlC9J1A"] Clay Malott | December 23, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Snowmass and Aspen Mountain, CO to Open This Week, Earlier Than Planned | No Reservations Required – Yet Snowmass and Aspen Mountain, CO will open for the season on Wednesday, November 25th, one day earlier than planned. With limited terrain on Snowmass and Aspen, and a desire to spread people out to support community efforts towards containing the spread of COVID-19, they will also be opening Panda Peak at Buttermilk for beginners starting Thursday, November 26 and running […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 23, 2020 0 Comments
Snowmass, CO Report: Perfect Corn and Lightweight Powder in One Run [arve url="https://youtu.be/bXqKMORfbNg"] Clay Malott | November 17, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Snowmass, CO Trip Report: Wind-buffed Powder on Sharks [arve url="https://youtu.be/vbnG8X02Cos"] Clay Malott | November 16, 2020 Likes Tweets 2 Comments
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