Ski Snowmass

Ski snowmass and you are close to Aspen. With five times more skiing acreage than their more famous neighbour, skiing and snowboarding in Colorado is one to consider. All easily reached via Denver airport too.

Where

Ski Snowmass if the actual skiing is more important than the name of the resort. Just 12 miles from Aspen, Snowmass has five times more skiing, and the highest vertical in the US. You can reach it via Denver, or take a flight right into Aspen for a really quick transfer to the resort.

Essentials	Suitable For	Slopes
RESORT ALTITUDE : 2600m TOTAL PISTE : km LONGEST RUN : 7 km START SEASON : November END SEASON : April	OVERALL SKIING BOARDING APRÉS FAMILIES	Beginners  / % Intermediates 7 / % Advanced 52 / % Experts 41 / % TOTAL RUNS : 83 SNOW CANNONS : / ha SNOW PARKS : 2 CROSS COUNTRY : 80 km

On the slopes

Ski holidays in Snowmass are spread across three mountains, with only one, Aspen Mountain, accessible from the town, via the Silver Queen gondola. Aspen Mountain is best for intermediates, Aspen Highlands for advanced skiers, and Buttermilk the place for beginners to get their confidence. Boarders were finally welcomed here in 2001, and should head to Buttermilk, which has a huge half-pipe and terrain park, or Aspen Mountain, which has a fun park.

Off the slopes

Snowmass prides itself on convenience - the first order of the day here. More then 90% of the accommodation is ski in-ski out. There is also a good choice of bars and restaurants, and some good shopping. If you like to eat on the slopes, the Sundeck restaurant at Aspen Mountain or Cloud Nine at Highlands are popular choices, while in town the Red Onion bar is where many long evenings begin, while 70s night at Bar Aspen is the biggest party in town.

Tourist Office

Worldwide cover from £60.48 or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!