Skiing in Colorado

A 2018 survey by Ski magazine awarded Telluride the fifth spot in western U.S. ski resorts, and Vogue magazine has recognized the resort as one of their best places to eat on a ski vacation. Located at the southwestern edge of Colorado in Mountain Village, with a skiable area of some 2,000 acres, the resort offers year-round vacation possibilities. In winter, enjoy terrain with over 100 trails split almost equally between expert, intermediate, and amateur levels. Furthermore, you and your family can make the most of the town of Telluride itself, which is notable for its Victorian architecture. Even better, a free gondola connects the historic mining village with the mountain village above.

Eagle County, Colorado is home to this pristine ski resort with a reputation for luxury. At over 5,000 acres and 193 trails, Vail is also the third largest alpine ski resort in America. The nearby Vail village lets you enjoy a balanced getaway, offering ample opportunities for dining, a night out, and retail therapy. In particular, Vail's spa facilities as well as its reputation for great après-ski are much beloved by repeat visitors.

This laid-back resort, which recently added another 468 acres of terrain, offers over 100 well-maintained runs stretching the vast area covered by the basin. Although 60 percent of the runs here are rated and reserved for experts, you'll still find something for every level. The terrain is also served by efficient lift systems connecting all the resort peaks.

Want to go skiing in Colorado and still have plenty to do with your whole family? Keystone's mantra is “skiing and snowboarding are just the beginning.” After you hit the slopes, take a day off and explore the largest known snow fort, or soar downhill on the resort's tubing hill as you take in magnificent views all around you. The vibrant nearby village offers dining and shopping. Furthermore, the resort offers childcare for little ones starting at two months old and going up to six years of age, and kid-friendly events through its Kidtopia program.

Although expert skiers certainly frequent this resort, the trails and runs are clustered according to skill level. Your entire family can easily hit the more child-friendly slopes without worry. The Copper Ski and Ride School also offers award-winning instructors, so your little ones can get comfortable on the slopes in no time. Youth Lessons are offered for three to 17-year-olds, grouped by age, and limited in class size so your child gets plenty of individual instruction. You can also walk from the resort's lifts to the restaurants and shopping of the three nearby villages, where you'll find a spa, cardio center, and ball sports facilities, in addition to kid-friendly events.

At this family ski resort in Colorado, great runs are dotted across the mountain for skiers of all skill levels. The many restaurants and other amenities in this historic Western town ensure your breaks are occupied by fun, food, and drink. What’s more, the established ski school provides great instructors that are trained to bond and help kids perfect their skiing skills. The Kids' Vacation Center offers group lessons for children aged 2.5 years to kindergarten. You can also book a private lesson for your whole family. Even better, skiing here covers a massive amount of terrain, as the resort is spread across six peaks and 3,000 acres.