Colorado Ski Resorts

Colorado with its Rocky Mountains is home to arguably some of the best skiing in North America, if not the world. With its multitude of ski areas and resorts, you're sure to find the best skiing vacation.

Aspen

Aspen has four mountains, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass, with a total of 5,300 acres of ski-able terrain. With a total of 43 lifts among the four mountains and 200 to 300 inches of snowfall a year, it's hard to beat Aspen for skiing. Aspen is a premier resort with literally hundreds of bars and lodging that can accommodate more than 17,000 people. Aspen is the choice for many skiers who are looking for the ultimate ski destination.

Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts includes Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly ski resorts. Vail, itself, has 5,289 acres of ski-able terrain and 3 terrain parks. They get approximately 350 inches of snow yearly.

Telluride

In southwestern Colorado is the sleepy town known as Telluride that has arguably the best skiing in Colorado. Over 2000 acres of ski-able terrain and breath-taking views, Telluride has 18 lifts. With an average of 309 inches of snowfall a year, you'll enjoy skiing this magical place.

Reference

Aspen/Snowmass Resort: Mountain Facts and Stats [http://www.aspensnowmass.com/companyinfo/mediacenter/mediakit/whoweare/mtn_facts.cfm]

Vail Resorts: Fact Sheet [http://news.vailresorts.com/vailresorts/fact+sheet/]

Telluride Resorts: Fact Sheet [http://tellurideskiresort.com/Tellski/info/mountain-stats.aspx]