Beaver Creek’s McCoy Park Expansion Begins Construction
Earlier today, Beaver Creek announced the start to construction on its long-anticipated McCoy Park expansion project. This project is set to bring 250 new acres of beginner and intermediate terrain to the Colorado ski area.
Why You Should Wait Till a Powder Day to Do Park City’s Murdock Peak Hike
A run down the expert Murdock Peak area, via the High Peak trail, on Park City's Canyons side. Getting to this above-treeline area—one of the few at Park City—requires a 15-30 minute hike from the top of the Super Condor Express chairlift.
UDOT Identifies Two Preferred Options In Little Cottonwood Canyon EIS
Last year, UDOT released an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) for traffic flow improvements through Little Cottonwood Canyon. After narrowing the proposals down to five finalists in December, the organization has identified two preferred options.
Beartooth Basin Closes for the Season Just Two-and-a-Half Weeks After Opening Day
Beartooth Basin—North America’s only summer-only ski area—has called a wrap on 2021 season. The especially short operating period comes on the heels of already-declining season lengths in recent years.
What an “Experts Only” Run at Summit at Snoqualmie Looks Like
A lap down the Wildcat trail at Summit at Snoqualmie. While the vertical on this Summit Central run is modest, some demanding obstacles exist along the way.
Copper Submits Plan to Replace Lumberjack Lift with High-Speed Quad
Following three installations within the past three seasons, another lift upgrade at Colorado’s Copper Mountain could be in the works. The resort recently submitted a plan to the USFS to replace its Lumberjack lift, a 40-year-old triple chair that serves beginner areas.
Okemo Green Ridge Triple Replacement to Be Called Evergreen Summit Express
Okemo has released the official names for its two new lifts set to start operating for the 2021-22 season. The new installations should provide faster ride times and crowd relief across key areas.
Mountain Review: Crystal
Despite some notable lift capacity shortcomings, this decently-sized resort offers one of the most well-rounded experiences in Washington state.
Mountain Review: Stevens Pass
Despite limited parking and a short vertical drop, this modestly-sized Washington ski area punches above its weight thanks to generous accumulation and demanding terrain. Clear skies are rare due to perennial fog.
Mountain Review: Mount Baker
While it doesn’t even try to offer a true resort experience, this remote Washington area receives truly astounding snowfall totals each season and offers some of the most extreme terrain in the state.