The Top 13 Ski Areas with the Best Views According to SnowBrains Readers

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SnowBrains founder and CEO, Miles Clark, doing backflips with a view at Alyeska, AK. Credit: SnowBrains

Skiers and snowboarders are lucky that not only is it incredibly enjoyable to slide on the snow, but we get to relish in some of the best scenery in the world. Anytime you get away into the great outdoors is an upgrade in landscapes, but ski areas with the most breathtaking views offer an unparalleled feast for the senses. There is just something sublime about snow-covered mountains that is awe-inspiring.

That’s why we asked our readers “Which ski area has the best views?” They responded with resorts all over the world and we compiled the most popular answers below.

Enjoy the photo tour of what you have said are the ski areas that serve up the most pristine alpine landscapes.

#13 Crystal Mountain, WA

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Crystal Mountain with Mt. Rainier in the background. Credit: Visit Rainier 

#9 (tie) Wildcat Mountain, NH

Wildcat Mountain has some of the best views in the Northeast. Credit: Wildcat Mountain

#9 (tie) Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY

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It’s hard to argue with how breathtaking the Teton Mountains are at Jackson Hole. Credit: JHMR

#9 (tie) Alyeska, AK

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Alyeska is nestled in a lush valley surrounded by mountain peaks, hanging glaciers and spectacular ocean views. Credit: Alyeska Resort

#9 (tie) Whistler Blackcomb, BC 

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Whistler offers incredible views in all directions. Credit: Tourism Whistler / Guy Fattal

#5 (tie) Aspen Highlands, CO 

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The Maroon Bells from the top of Aspen Highlands. Credit: The Denver Post

#5 (tie) Homewood, CA

Being right on Lake Tahoe helped Homewood garner many votes. Credit: Homewood Mountain Resort

#5 (tie) Banff Sunshine Village, AB

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The Canadian Rockies at Sunshine Village are breathtaking. Credit: Expedia

#5 (tie) Snowbird, UT

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Unparalleled views of the Wasatch Mountains are on full display at Snowbird. Credit: Snowbird

#4 Zermatt, Switzerland 

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With views of the Matterhorn, it’s hard to argue Zermatt, Switzerland doesn’t belong on this list. Credit: www.planetware.com

#3 Lake Louise, AB 

The views are reason enough to visit Lake Louise. Credit: banfflakelouise.com

#2 Telluride, CO 

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Rocky Moutain glory at Telluride. Credit: Telluride Ski Resort

#1 Heavenly, CA 

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Overwhelmingly Heavenly received the most votes. Credit: tahoesouth.com

Honorable Mentions

  • Diamond Peak, CA 
  • Arapahoe Basin, CO 
  • Mammoth, CA 
  • Crested Butte, CO 
  • Chamonix, France
  • Grand Targhee, WY 
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There are so many beautiful places to ski. Credit: Grand Targhee Resort
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