Downhill Skiing in the Vail Valley

Vail Valley Downhill Skiing

Downhill skiing is the very essence of the Vail Valley and the reason we are all here. Enjoy 5,289 acres of skiable terrain in Vail featuring seven bowls and backcountry skiing in Blue Sky Basin and groomed terrain on the front side for those who like to “cruise.” 
Beaver Creek offers a unique European style, village-to-village experience for all abilities. Skiers can start in Beaver Creek and ski to Bachelor Gulch or Arrowhead and back to Beaver Creek.   

Ski Cooper is located outside Leadville a short and scenic drive away on Highway 24. It is Colorado’s premier family ski area. Enjoy wide-open slopes and virtually no lift lines. Take your family and experience Colorado skiing the way it should be. 

Downhill Skiing 

Long regarded as one of the finest skiing destinations in the world, the Vail Valley boasts some of the best terrain and the most exceptional amenities on the globe. If you are visiting in winter, you already have skiing on your mind. Whether new to the sport or a seasoned professional, you will find breathtaking and diverse terrain. For information on ski lessons and ski school, refer to the Adults and Kids Ski & Snowsports School section on the Funafar site. For information on lift tickets and access to the mountain, please refer to the Lifts, Tickets and Info section at funafar.com. To learn more about the specific mountain you are planning to ride, please refer to the Vail, Beaver Creek or Ski Cooper Web sites or customer care hotlines. Equipment rentals are available at many locations. Many take advanced reservations (by phone or online), so check it out and reserve in advance to cut down on wait-time upon arrival. Many allow you to try out different equipment during your stay; some will even let you try skiing for a few days and then switch out and try snowboarding as well. As a general rule of thumb, start the day with the television on the local resort network to get an accurate weather forecast. In the mountains, things can change quickly and dramatically, so always be prepared. Bring a small backpack on the hill to ensure you are prepared for climate changes: even if it’s sunny and dry when you start the day, throw goggles, a neck gator and hand warmers in the pack to be prepared. On your way to the chairlift, grab a trail map and a grooming report. These will help you plan your day. Every mountain offers food and beverage outlets, and a multitude of “apres ski” options to celebrate the hard work you put in on the snow.   See “What to Wear – What to Bring”

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