HideAspen ColoradoUnbeatable scenery meets posh mountain village.35 . Skiers will love the steeps at Ajax, the family friendly Buttermilk, the massive Snowmass, and the not to be missed Highlands ski resort. Go
HideBend OregonLaid back community between snow-capped volcanoes and high desert plateau.22 . Skiers can spend days at Mount Bachelor and never get bored. Go
HideBig Sky MontanaThe Biggest Skiing in America, next door to Yellowstone National Park. 15 . Skiers and boarders can hit Big Sky and Moonlight Basin Resorts, while cross-country skiers will enjoy Lone Mountain Ranch. Go
HideBlack Hills South DakotaHistoric Attractions, Scenic Drives, and the Wild West.Skiing and boarding are enjoyed by all at these mellow local ski hills: Terry Peak and Mystic Miner. Go
HideBozeman MontanaLively Ski Town near Mountainous Expanses and Wide Open Spaces.6 . Skiers and boarders can easily access Bridger Bowl, while cross-country skiers will find groomed Nordic trails right in town. Go
HideBreckenridge ColoradoHigh Alpine Ski Resorts in Authentic Laid Back Colorado.42 . Skiers and snowboarders can take their pick from a variety of ski resorts including Breckenridge, Keystone, A-Basin, and Loveland. Go
HideBryce Canyon National ParkSmall, unique, and colorful park. Easy to see in one day.3 . Brian Head Ski Resort offers just over 600 acres of downhill ski runs, just 1.5 hours west of Bryce Canyon National Park. Go
HideCody WyomingNightly Rodeo and the Wild West. 1 . Local skiers enjoy the slopes at Sleeping Giant, but for a great day of skiing head to Red Lodge Ski Resort. Go
HideCrested Butte ColoradoRemote Mountain Town, Great Outdoors.14 . Skiers can spend days exploring Crested Butte Ski Resort. This mountain offers something for every level skier. Go
HideEstes Park ColoradoEuropean Style at the Gateway to the Rockies.4 . Skiing Colorado's Front Range is a one of a kind experience. Nearby Eldora is perfect for families. Go
HideFlagstaff ArizonaGateway to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.10 . Skiers typically head to the resorts of Utah, California, or Colorado, but there is still a ton of fun to be had at Arizona Snowbowl. Go
HideGlacier National ParkVast Mountain Valleys, Glacial Lakes, Epic Hikes, and Historic Lodges.25 . Cross country ski on National Park trails or downhill ski at Whitefish Resort. Go
HideGrand Canyon National ParkVast, deep and awe-inspiring, from above and within.5 . Skiers and boarders can enjoy 777 acres of terrain and a 2300 foot vertical drop at Arizona Snowbowl, just north of Flagstaff. Go
HideGrand Teton National ParkMountain Paradise with Hidden Gems around every Corner. 3 . Skiers and boarders will love the steeps of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and the endless amounts of powder at Grand Targhee. Go
HideJackson Hole WyomingAdventure Capitol of the Rockies for Skiers, Families, and Cowboys.9 . Skiing and snowboarding doesn't get much better than at Jackson Hole. Enjoy steep chutes at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort or open powder fields at Grand Targhee. Go
HideLake TahoeBeautiful lake. A dozen ski resorts. Active community. Lively nightlife.50 . Skiers and boarders can spend days at Lake Tahoe ski resorts. Every resort is unique, so take some time to explore a few of them. Go
HideLeavenworth WashingtonA taste of Germany in the heart of the Cascades.17 . Skiers will enjoy a wide variety of terrain at Mission Ridge and Steven's Pass and easy access to backcountry skiing as well. Go
HideMammoth CaliforniaHigh Alpine Lakes and Mountains in the Eastern Sierras.25 . Skiers and boarders can practice their turns at both Mammoth Mountain and June Mountain ski resorts. Go
HideMcCall IdahoLakeside Recreation, a great Weekend Getaway.8 . Skiers and boarders can easily cruise around Brundage Mountain Ski Resort for a weekend. The terrain is great for beginner and intermediate skiers. Go
HideMissoula Montana8 . Skiers and boarders should head to the easily accessible Montana Snowbowl. Cross country skiers will find groomed track at the Pattee Canyon Complex. Go
HideMount Hood OregonA huge mountain bordering a huge river. Something for every season and every visitor.8 . Skiers usually flock to Mt Hood Meadows Ski Resort and enjoy summer skiing at Timberline Ski Resort. Go
HidePark City UtahLuxury Ski Destination with Lively Annual Festivals.36 . Skiers can ski a different mountain every day while in Park City. Start with the nearby resorts at Park City, Deer Valley, and the Canyons. If you need more variety, head a couple canyons over to Alta and Snowbird. Go
HidePrescott ArizonaLively downtown with many outdoor opportunities.2 . Skiers and boarders can enjoy snow and desert on the same day. Head north to Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff. Go
HideRed Lodge MontanaSmall western town near Beartooth Pass and the great outdoors. 5 . The lack of crowds at Red Lodge Resort will lure in any avid skier or boarder. For early summer skiing, check out Beartooth Pass. Nordic skiers can take their pick from groomed tracks to backcountry winter trails. Go
HideRocky Mountain National ParkLush Valleys, Jagged Peaks, High Alpine Wilderness.8 . Skiers and snowboarders will love the slopes at Eldora, Winter Park, Solvista, and Steamboat Springs. Go
HideSteamboat Springs ColoradoFamily Friendly Western Hospitality.30 . Skiers and boarders travel from far and wide to land at this well known ski resort. The town is friendly and the terrain is great. Go
HideSun Valley IdahoChic downtown, family friendly skiing, nearby hiking, biking and fishing.18 . Skiers and boarders can cruise the groomers all day at Sun Valley. Beginners will have a great time a the inexpensive Dollar Mountain. Go
HideTelluride ColoradoRemote Mountains and Historic Charm.16 . Skiers and snowboarders will love the variety of terrain, from steep to mellow, at Telluride Mountain Resort. Go
HideVail ColoradoCharming European Village and World Renowned Skiing.51 . Skiers and snowboarders love hanging out at the base village of Vail and Beaver Creek after a full day of skiing or in between runs. Go
HideWest Yellowstone MontanaYellowstone Basecamp and Snowmobiling Mecca.9 . While there are no ski resorts in West Yellowstone, skiers and boarders can head to Big Sky, Bozeman, or Grand Targhee. Cross country skiers will find many trails in town and in nearby public land. Go
HideWhitefish MontanaFlathead Lake and an Outdoorsy Lifestyle in Far North Montana.14 . Skiers can spend days at Whitefish Resort and never get bored. But other regional ski resorts include Fernie, Castle Mountain, and Blacktail Mountain. Go
HideWinter Park ColoradoWide open spaces for all outdoor recreation.39 . Winter Park Ski Resort has over 3000 acres of skiable terrain, luring in many avid skiers and boarders from Denver and beyond. Go
HideYellowstone National ParkView Wildlife and Geysers in America's 1st National Park.7 . Skiers and snowboarders can take their pick when it comes to nearby ski resorts: Jackson Hole, Grand Targhee, Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, and Red Lodge Ski Resort. Go
HideYosemite National ParkMassive granite walls, stunning waterfalls, endless trails.9 . Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the slopes at nearby Dodge Ridge and Badger Pass Ski areas. Go
HideZion National ParkMassive canyons, brilliant red rock, lush oases. 2 . Skiers will enjoy the local feel at nearby ski resorts at Brian Head at Eagle Point. Go
Lisa's tip:There a so many California ski resorts around Lake Tahoe that it's hard to go wrong. Squaw Valley is at the top of my list, but I've also had some fun days at Northstar and Sierra at Tahoe. I learned how to ski at Sugar Bowl.More on Skiing in Lake Tahoe >>Top Pick: Lake Tahoe
B.J.'s tidbit:Hit Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows to test your California skiing skills. All resorts in the area have great amenities for family ski vacations.More on Skiing in Lake Tahoe >>Top Pick: Lake Tahoe
B.J. raves:The largest of ski resorts in Colorado! Now that is saying something. And, don't forget the pure luxury of Beaver Creek.More on Skiing in Vail Colorado >>Top Pick: Vail Colorado
B.J. suggests:Steamboat is a great destination to get away from the crowds that can plague other Colorado ski areas. Don't forget about its trademarked "champagne powder"!More on Skiing in Steamboat Springs Colorado >>Top Pick: Steamboat Springs Colorado
Sam wants you to go:While the snow pack can vary from year to year, Crested Butte's terrain will always offer a challenge. It has a rawness that makes every day out feel like an adventure.More on Skiing in Crested Butte Colorado >>Top Pick: Crested Butte Colorado
Sam gives props:Champagne powder! Get out and explore the aspen groves. You'll find stashes so deep you can taste 'em. Mmmmm, mmmmmm!More on Skiing in Steamboat Springs Colorado >>Top Pick: Steamboat Springs Colorado
Dan gives props:To me, Telluride is about sheer mountain beauty in a very quaint western town setting. While it lacks ski resort diversity, many feel that Telluride is all about the skiing, ideal for a Colorado winter vacation.More on Skiing in Telluride Colorado >>Top Pick: Telluride Colorado
Carli's tip:Winter Park, Breckenridge and Loveland are some of the best spots for Rocky Mountain, Colorado skiing.More on Skiing in Rocky Mountain National Park >>Top Pick: Rocky Mountain National Park
Carli loves it:Ski "champagne powder" in bounds at the legendary Steamboat Resort or grab your avy gear and head out to the backcountry on Rabbit Ears Pass and Hahn's Peak. Try the hut and cabin system for multi day Steamboat skiing trips.More on Skiing in Steamboat Springs Colorado >>Top Pick: Steamboat Springs Colorado
Carli crushed it:Sol Vista, Berthoud Pass, Loveland Pass and Winter Park offer a variety of skiing. Loveland typically opens early and Winter Park is the most well known of the area. But the backcountry areas are where the real action is.More on Skiing in Winter Park Colorado >>Top Pick: Winter Park Colorado
Drew's been there:When it comes to great Colorado ski resorts, choose between Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk Mountain, or Snowmass Mountain.More on Skiing in Aspen Colorado >>Top Pick: Aspen Colorado
Drew did it:Winter Park Resort offers skiing for all levels.More on Skiing in Winter Park Colorado >>Top Pick: Winter Park Colorado
Lisa did it:Known for it's groomers, Sun Valley is an ideal Idaho ski resort and destination for families, beginner and intermediate skiers.More on Skiing in Sun Valley Idaho >>Top Pick: Sun Valley Idaho
B.J. gives props:Sun Valley is known for Idaho winter vacations with its bright, sunny days and crystal blue skies. Top that off with "wall to wall" carpet (i.e. perfectly groomed trails)!More on Skiing in Sun Valley Idaho >>Top Pick: Sun Valley Idaho
Dan knows:Big Sky is the largest ski area in the US, with tons of powdery terrain, especially in combination with adjoining Moonlight Basin's ski area.More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Chris did it:Outstanding skiing/riding between Big Sky and Moonlight Basin. The crowds aren't bad, but there are dedicated locals who get out early on the good days. There is terrain for advanced, moderate, and beginner skiers.More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lisa's tip:Big Sky, including Moonlight Basin and Lone Peak, is known as the biggest skiing in America because of the acreage and variety of terrain it covers. Come and see for yourself on your next Montana winter vacation.More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lauryn's tip:The Biggest Skiing in America lift ticket allows you to ski both Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin - 5,152 acres of terrain! Big Sky was already known for no lift lines before they introduced this option!!More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Carli's tip:Ski Montana at Big Sky, Moonlight Basin, and Bridger Bowl, all great places to get your ski on. Heck, try all three in one week!!More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Carli did it:The obvious areas for great southern Montana skiing are Moonlight, Bridger Bowl, Big Sky. Everything is literally within a 45 min to an hour drive from Bozeman.More on Skiing in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli's two cents:Close proximity to Big Sky, Bridger and Moonlight.More on Skiing in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Tim's good word:The snow is so deep in winter that you can ski from the rooftops of buildings all the way to the ground!More on Skiing in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Mike's two cents:With over 5500 skiable acres between Moonlight Basin and Big Sky Resorts, skiers and snowboarders have ample powder and terrain to explore in an average 5-day ski visit.More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
B.J.'s good word:Lone Peak stands high above the surrounding mountain ranges and offers up great challenges on its upper mountains for Montana skiing. The lower mountain rolls through beautiful pine trees to comfy lodges.More on Skiing in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Dan's tip:Mount Hood features several Oregon ski areas in one convenient location, a short distance from Portland. Snow is available for summer ski trips as well!More on Skiing in Mount Hood Oregon >>Top Pick: Mount Hood Oregon
Lisa suggests:Mount Bachelor is a really fun Oregon ski resort for beginner and intermediate skiers. The wide open bowl at the top and fun runs through the trees will entertain for hours.More on Skiing in Bend Oregon >>Top Pick: Bend Oregon
Alyson did it:Visit Terry Peak. These people are very proud of their ski area!More on Skiing in Black Hills South Dakota >>Top Pick: Black Hills South Dakota
Carli wants you to go:Terry Peak and Mystic Miner aren't well known, but great little ski hills.More on Skiing in Black Hills South Dakota >>Top Pick: Black Hills South Dakota
Carli's been there:So much to choose from when it comes to Utah skiing. Alta, Canyons, Snowbird, Brighton, Sundance, Deer Valley, Park City...wow!! A skiers dream. Then add backcountry and cat skiing. Don't forget the Olympic training center.More on Skiing in Park City Utah >>Top Pick: Park City Utah
Tim's tidbit:Park City is surrounded by three world-renown ski resorts: Park City, Deer Valley and The Canyons. Park City was also host to the 2002 Winter Olympics. You can even take a spin on a bobsled course when your ski legs tire. More on Skiing in Park City Utah >>Top Pick: Park City Utah
Drew raves:Park City and the surrounding area offers world class skiing at several resorts!More on Skiing in Park City Utah >>Top Pick: Park City Utah
Dan's been there:Leavenworth has its own humble town ski hill, but is also within easy range of both Mission Ridge and Stevens Pass ski resorts, as well as a couple other small ski areas. Snow is abundant in the North Cascades!More on Skiing in Leavenworth Washington >>Top Pick: Leavenworth Washington
Carli's two cents:World class resort skiing and backcountry skiing. It speaks for itself.More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
Carli raves:Some of the world's best skiing lies just beyond Yellowstone's boundaries.More on Skiing in Yellowstone National Park >>Top Pick: Yellowstone National Park
Carli loves it:World famous skiing. Steep. Thrilling and Unique. I'm not only talking about Jackson Hole but about Snow King and Grand Targhee as well.More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
B.J.'s been there:I moved to Jackson Hole for one thing, it's endless skiing opportunities. After 12 years, I'm still grinning from ear to ear in the pub at the end of the day.More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
B.J.'s two cents:The Tetons are a backcountry skiers dream. There is a reason why many skiers and mountaineers call this home!More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
Tim crushed it:With 3 major ski resorts in or near Jackson Hole, you won't lack for vertical on Wyoming ski vacations, more likely you'll lack for oxygen. Bring your legs with your skis!More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
Tim loves it:Jackson Hole Resort borders the southern boundary of Grand Teton NP and is the primary reason people visit the park in winter. Backcountry skiing in the Tetons is challenging, but rewarding with extended powder descents!More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
Mike's tidbit:Between Jackson Hole and Snow King Resorts, along with ample backcountry choices within 10 miles of town, no one will ever hunger for more or better terrain.More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
Sam loves it:Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (known as 'The Village' to locals) and Snow King offer lift served Wyoming skiing. There is back country skiing off of Teton Pass and all along the Teton Range.More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
Sam suggests:If you're willing to put in the effort, the back country skiing in the Tetons is just about as good as it gets. You can find steep couloirs and mellow powder fields. Enjoy the powder!More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
Alyson wants you to know:Sleeping Giant just reopened and is a great family ski hill!More on Skiing in Cody Wyoming >>Top Pick: Cody Wyoming
Lisa wants you to go:The peaks of Grand Teton National Park are probably some of the most skied backcountry peaks around. Favorite ski routes wind up the many smaller peaks of the Buck Mountain massif.More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
Lisa's two cents:Jackson Hole is the best of downhill, powder, and backcountry. It's why most of us live here. Although we pay a pretty penny, it is well worth it. Grand Targhee, just over the hill in Teton Valley, is great for families. More on Skiing in Jackson Hole Wyoming >>Top Pick: Jackson Hole Wyoming
Chris knows:The Tetons are very dramatic and snowfall is some of the deepest in the Rocky Mountains. Backcountry skiing is easily accessible but Jackson Hole ski resort borders the park for skiers who prefer lift serviced skiing.More on Skiing in Grand Teton National Park >>Top Pick: Grand Teton National Park
