Which ski resort would you recommend?

Question

I have been skiing twice. The first time I went to Keystone, Colorado but wasn't satisfied with it's slopes. The second time we went to Winter Park, Colorado. I liked Winter Park's slopes but wasn't satisfied with anything else. We are planning on going again this year. What resort would you recommend?

Answer 1

I'm based in Nj, but we've been out west a few times, although not recently. In Summit Co. Colorado I like Breck, Copper and Arapahoe Basin (A-Basin).  Breckenridge has the most varied terrain, from cruisers to double blacks. Plus, they have a real town, not some ersatz "alpine village" so there's a good vaiety of shops, bars and restaurants [ I recommend the Breck. Brewing Co]. Copper is a little more upscale and has some nice bowls, but if you stay there, you're pretty much confined to the resort area.  A-Basin is where you go to ski- the fashions on the hill tend more to duct tape than Bogner.  However, the terrain is more challenging.  If you go to Tahoe, my choices are Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley and Sugar Bowl.  Alpine is a little more laid back, has great views of trhe lake and you can take cruisers down from the top.  Squaw Valley (Squallywood) is a little more glitzy, but it's huge and again, lots of cruisers for those who are still getting into skiing.  Come back later when you've got your Mojo and ski Granite Chief.  Sugar Bowl (built by Walt Disney in '39) is smaller and less crowded.  You could do 1 day at Heavenly- this is where they take the "money shots" you see in the tourism ads and ski in 2 states in 1 day.   Out East, we like Sugarbush, Killington and Stowe. The first two are not that easy to get to (fly into Burlington and rent a car).  I like the terrain and the atmosphere at the 'Bush- everybody always seems to be happy there.  Stowe is classic NE skiing, a lot of steep and winding trails.  As far as the number or trails goes (126), Killington is the biggest area in the East.  Good snowmaking and grooming, varied terrain and you can take cruisers down from the peak.  The Wobbly Barn on the Killington Road is consistantly voted one of the the best apres ski bars in the country.

Point 'em downhill and go!

Answer 2

look outside of america some of the best skiing expierences are found in japan . one unique thing that is starting to catch on is night skiing on floodlit pistes another good one is austria its an amazing place to visit and the best thing is lots of austrians at the resorts speak english as its a regular stop for british skiiers

Answer 3

keystone and loveland suck.

if your looking for good terrain and a nice town to hang out after go to breck or steamboat.

steamboat will have less people, and is known for their "champaign" snow, it has less water than most snow, so it is light and fluffy, they also have a great town. the people there are nice, but the only down fall is the price of things...

Answer 4

Logde Slob in Florida.

Answer 5

beaver creek and whistler have a lot of easy runs.

Answer 6

I comletley agree with you. Keystone really does not keep it up anymore..... Anyways, I would suggest that you check out Breckenridge! It is a great place to learn (or to become better) as they offer a huge variety of terrain. They have great groomers as well as some awesome [more challenging] terrain once you progress higher.

Hope this Helps.

Answer 7

VAIL!!!!

It is one of the top 10 ski resorts in the world! I personally think that Vail is THE best place to ski. There is good shopping and plenty of little towns around there to go visit such as Leadville. Leadville was an old mining town adn now has an old feel with antique shops, fudge shops, and an old-fashioned candy store! Also if you do go to Leadville visit Rosie's Pub, there burgers are really good.

Answer 8

I would recommend Breckenridge, Colorado.  Been there many times and I enjoy it.  If you and your ski buddies are beginners, monarch is good and cheap.

Answer 9

IF YOU WANNA SEE PARKS ...

NORTHSTAR 4TH BEST PARK IN THE WORLD MY NUMBER ONE.

if ur lookin to shred i say sone resort in keystone colorado

Answer 10

The premiere resort in North America still is Whistler/Blackcomb, BC.  Good assortment of everything from slopes to night life to good lodging and great lessons.

Answer 11

silver star awsome in b.c

Answer 12

breckenridge....amazing place, one of the top rated! it has a lot of slopes to choose from and is well-maintained

Answer 13

I would recommend Sun Peaks or Whistler in BC, Canada.

Answer 14

TARGHEE!!!! Best powder ever. It's light, fluffy, and so good it makes me want to cry. They have a good beginner program to. It's in Wyoming/Idaho though. So worth it... I miss skiing. : (