11/28/2023 0 Comments Epic pass resorts colorado![]() Although most of the terrain is pretty mellow, who cares when it receives the MOST snow in Colorado. Wolf Creek Happy Halloween!!! A DEEP powder day on Octo– Image appears courtesy: Wolf Creek Ski AreaĪt a base of over 10,000 feet, this powder hound paradise in Colorado is the stuff of dreams for those looking to ride REAL snow in the early season (sometimes as early as Halloween). In fact, over 60 percent of its terrain is considered ‘expert.’ As resorts get bigger and more crowded, this Mom & Pop focuses on what’s important… the skiing. The lift is over 2,110 vertical feet of steep FALL-LINE skiing. Most people would brush it off but as you look closer, you’ll notice something special about this place. It operates as a non-profit with only THREE employees during ski season. As the old adage goes, “big things come in small packages”, and Turner is the epitome of this statement. ![]() I still remember vividly reading about this ski area in a SKI magazine article years ago. Now that it’s on the Indy Pass, I have no excuse NOT to! Turner Mountain Image appears courtesy: Turner Mountain Ski Area When we hit this area back in 2010, it was the FIRST day they opened up the Paradise Basin ever! Even though its been a decade, I’ve vowed myself to come back and hit this mountain again. Situated on the aptly named “White Pass”, it has the look and feel of a hardcore Mom & Pop resort. From nice steep shots to ample amounts of well-pitched groomers, you’ll definitely be entertained for days! Combine that with one of the coolest mountain towns that still has a main street and no big box stores in the area… they had us at “hello!” White Pass Photo by: Justin Bikes N Boards – Appears courtesy: White Pass Ski areaĪs the crowds swell at Stevens Pass and Crystal Mountain from the day skiers shuttling up from Seattle, a bit further down the road is a cozy ski area tucked away from the madness. Located along the famous “Powder Highway” next to the quaint town of Rossland, this place screams “independence!” In fact, that’s their marketing slogan – “the last great, unspoiled resort.” With fun terrain spread across 3,850 acres, this resort has a little bit of everything. Red Mountain Image appears courtesy: Red Mountain Resort If you’re a powder hound that hates being stuck in line or seeing tracks then make this YOUR destination. If consistent powder days wasn’t enough, they don’t come with the crowds found at many of the other destinations either. Although limiting season passes may not make business sense, on a powder day, who cares! Grand Targhee Image appears courtesy: Grand Targhee ResortĪlthough Jackson might get all the attention, this little resort west of the Grand Tetons is about one thing… skiing! Literally, it’s one of the ONLY resorts in the US or Canada that rivals the consistent high quality fluff you’d find at the Utah powder mecca of Alta. ![]() Third, they receive on average over 500” of snow. Second, the resort is HUGE! Over 8,000 acres of inbound AND lift accessed side country. First, it’s one of the three resorts we talked about that has a LIMIT on their season passes. This resort that has been on our radar for a LOOONNNGG time. Powder Mountain Image appears courtesy: Powder Mountain Resort If you’re like us, here’s 10 ski resorts on our bucket list that aren’t on the Epic or Ikon Pass. ![]() ![]() We’re suckers for ski areas that feel less corporate and have big (small) mountain town personalities. Do we go to resorts on the Epic or Ikon Pass for vacation? Rarely. Heavenly is only a few minutes from our house, so we use it to get in a few laps when we don’t have a ton of time. To start things off right, we’ll be completely honest with you. For those that want flexibility, ski only a handful of days, or their local mountain is on the Epic or Ikon Pass, we get it. ![]()
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