Vail Resorts Axes Trail Maps at All Its Resorts
A traditional ski resort staple is disappearing from Vail Resorts mountains, with environmental concerns spearheading the decision.
Video Review: Mount Bachelor
An in-depth video review of Mount Bachelor, a ski resort on a volcano of the same name located near Bend, Oregon.
Aspen Mountain Pandora Expansion Gets Final Approval
A key terrain expansion at Aspen’s townside ski area is likely one step closer to approval after a straw poll from Pitkin County commissioners. The new resort zone would bring 153 acres of traditional and glade terrain on the mountain’s upper east flank.
Keystone’s New Peru Express Six-Pack Nears Completion
The finishing touches are being put on what will become Keystone’s third six-pack chairlift. This installation is more of a routine upgrade than a major transformation for the resort’s experience.
Whiteface Is Planning a New High-Speed Lift and Trails for Future Seasons. Here Are Our Initial Thoughts.
In preparation for a major 2023 competition event, New York’s Whiteface ski area is proposing a series of enhancements that have the potential to address lower-mountain crowding bottlenecks and annoying trail logistics.
Jackson Hole Rendezvous Peak Bootpack Axed for 2021-22
The bootpack to the top of Jackson Hole’s Rendezvous Bowl will not be offered this season, according to a press release put out by the resort this week. Normal capacity guidelines will return on the aerial tram.
Sierra-At-Tahoe’s West Bowl to Be Closed for 2021-22 Season, Other Openings Delayed Through at Least 2022
In late August, Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort was ravaged by the Caldor Fire, which caused extensive damage to lifts, facilities, and some terrain. With its most recent update, the resort has given a sense of just how much damage was done.
Mountain Review: Brighton
While it isn’t the biggest and can be annoying to get around, this Utah mountain offers exceptional Cottonwoods snow for a bargain—especially for families.
Steamboat Maintaining Amended Version of its Virtual Gondola Line, Removes Priest Creek Lift for 2021-22
The virtual line program for Steamboat’s gondola is returning this winter, with a few modifications based on learnings from the summer season. The Colorado resort has also removed its oldest lift.
Video Review: Deer Valley
An in-depth video review of Deer Valley Resort, a skiers-only resort located near Salt Lake City, Utah.