Colorado Gov. Jared Polis declares statewide drought emergency
Colorado's state leadership on Thursday declared a drought emergency as this winter's record-low snowpack and...
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Skier visits plummeted in 2025-26 season, according to trade group
Colorado ski resorts suffered through an abysmal season in 2025-26 because of near-record-low snowfall, but...
Vail-area ranch owned by Architectural Digest publisher for sale at $66.5M
The 287-acre Knapp Ranch west of Vail fronts West Lake Creek, sits near wilderness area.
Colorado ski season ends this weekend with final resort set to close
Colorado's wacky spring, which has given us May weather in March and March weather in...
Colorado man with ski injury fights insurance plan that requires reauthorization of his care every 2 days
About 99% of people in Medicare Advantage must get prior authorization for at least some...
2 injured skiers rescued from Colorado mountains, 1 by helicopter
One skier called for help Saturday morning near Mace Peak, and another was injured Sunday...
Copper Mountain bucks trend, will stay open longer than planned
Copper will sell $49 lift tickets for the final week of the season.
Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin inspires young girls with wisdom and some ski turns at Copper Mountain
With glitter on her face and a sparkle in her eye, eighth-grader Amalia McNeirney of...
Loveland Ski Area confirms earliest closing day in decades
Loveland Ski Area will close for the season before the end of April, tying for...
Vail Mountain closes for 2025-26, a season some would rather forget
Low-snow years like this one show the companyâs shift toward pre-sold passes and away from...
Breckenridge Ski Resort co-founder and Colorado skiing legend Trygve Berge dies at 93
One of the co-founders of Breckenridge Ski Area, Trygve Berge, died April 2 after a...
7 Colorado ski resorts will close this weekend, leaving just 7 in operation
Ten Colorado ski areas have closed already and six more will shut down on Sunday,...
Most skiers have heard of Warren Miller. A new exhibit explores what you didn’t know.
Warren Miller "was the first filmmaker that created the stoke film genre," said Jen Mason,...
Backcountry recreation area is a silver lining for wildfire concerns in Frisco
State and federal agencies have joined Frisco residents to discuss ways to reduce dead trees...
Get stoked for this ski-factory bar, opening soon in Denver
Meier Skis will open a bar that offers locals a chance to aprĂšs every day...
Lawsuit alleges Vail Resorts, Alterra, charge exorbitant lift ticket prices to drive Epic and Ikon pass sales
The twin titans of the American ski industry, Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company, are...
The big melt: A look at Colorado ski resort closing dates as some areas shut down early
Colorado's rapidly dwindling snowpack is causing some ski areas to close before their previously announced...
Female-focused ski fest, famous for its naked lap, will go on despite no snow for skiing
Coloradoâs record-breaking warm winter is reshaping one of the stateâs most unique skiing festivals that...
As snow melts, Vail says it will stick to its closing date; other resorts have already shut down
With Colorado's snowpack rapidly melting earlier than usual, some Colorado ski resorts have closed early...
Dozens of trails remain closed at major Colorado ski mountains as spring break kicks off amid hot, dry winter
As the spring break holiday kicks into high gear, most of Coloradoâs major ski resorts...
Skier dies following crash in Breckenridge’s double-black-diamond Lake Chutes area
The out-of-state skier was wearing a helmet, sheriffâs officials said, and was alone when he...
My son was hit by a snowboarder at Winter Park. Why has no one come forward with information? (Letters)
"Have we reached a point, as a community, where we are no longer willing to...
Telluride Ski Resort sues town officials, alleging they ‘harassed and pressured’ ownership to sell
Telluride Ski Resort is suing three current and former elected officials with the towns of...
Colorado ski resorts see much-needed snowfall with another dry spell looming
Several Colorado ski resorts are receiving much-needed snowfall just in time for the weekend, a...
Ikon pass prices announced for 2026-27 season, going on sale March 12
Two days after rival Vail Resorts announced early-bird Epic Pass prices for the 2026-27 ski...
Ruby Hill Rail Yard closes for the season due to warm weather
Denver's Ruby Hill Rail Yard for skiers and snowboarders closed for the season on Sunday...
Epic Passes for 2026-27 go on sale, luring Gen Z with big discounts
Vail Resorts is making a major play for Gen Z skiers and snowboarders, discounting 2026-27...
Five of Colorado’s most difficult (dare we say scary?) ski runs
If you want to ski the scariest runs at Telluride, A-Basin and more, you better...
Dozens of avalanches reported in Colorado mountains
Backcountry explorers reported dozens of avalanches in Colorado's mountain ranges over the weekend after officials...
Fire shuts down restaurant, gondola at Aspen Mountain ski resort
A small fire sparked Thursday morning at an Aspen ski resort restaurant, shutting down the...
Mikaela Shiffrin remembers her late father after winning Olympic slalom gold
The American skiing standout put in two dominant runs to win the womenâs slalom at...
With deep Colorado roots — and a Crested Butte skier — ‘skimo’ debuts as Olympic sport
Skimo sounds like it could be the costumed mascot for the Milan Cortina Olympics, but...
Colorado ski season could be several weeks shorter by 2050 as climate warms
"While I don't think that we should imminently be concerned about the existence of our...
Colorado’s ski resorts face an existential threat — and growing call for climate action
"Climate is an issue that has been polarized. But who doesnât want clean air, clean...
Endangered Snowpack: How climate change will affect Colorado skiing
Colorado's iconic alpine ski resorts are used to wild changes in weather -- from massive...
With less-reliable powder days, Colorado ski resorts invest in snowmaking, push preseason pass sales
When Keystone Resort became the first ski area to open in the fall, nearly all...
Ski resorts get modest boost for Presidents Day weekend, bigger storms due next week
Colorado ski resorts are receiving modest boosts to their below-average base depths in advance of...
Things to do this weekend in Denver: Cupid’s Undie Run, ‘Shiki Dreams’ final bow
Plus the Wells Fargo Ski Cup in Winter Park and Meshell Ndegeocello in DU's Newman...
Five awesome destinations for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in Colorado
Nordic centers like those in Breckenridge, Snowmass in offer beauty, solitude and fitness benefits.
Historic Denver Sports Castle building eyed for renovation by outdoor retailer
The 100-year-old structure could soon be revitalized as a regional hub for retail and sports...
Mushing through the Rockies: Plan a dogsled adventure for the whole family
As winter returns in Colorado, adventurous spirits turn to dog sledding for a unique alternative...
Dillon Lake Loops winter trail will not open in 2026
Conditions never reached the consistency needed to safely prepare and manage the Dillon Lake Loops...
From Bread Bar to Minturn Saloon, these Colorado aprĂšs-ski spots are a must
This season, there's a trend in the aprĂšs-ski scene: plenty of alternatives to the usual...
Winter Olympics journey for Colorado freeskiing siblings Birk and Svea Irving started in the backyard
With a snowblower, no fear and some ingenuity, a young Birk and Svea Irving were...
Better late than never: Vail’s legendary Back Bowls finally open
It took much longer than usual due to Colorado's unusually dry winter and record low...
Vail to make budget cuts as slow season affects town revenues
Coloradoâs historically low snowpack is affecting Vailâs economy, prompting town officials to lower revenue forecasts...
Avalanche accidents near Keystone, Vail highlight need for caution even as avalanche danger in Colorado declines amid a dry spell
Across much of Coloradoâs northern and central mountains, there is a persistent slab avalanche problem,...
In Telluride, don’t order an espresso martini. Get a Flatliner cocktail instead.
The Flatliner is like many people in Telluride â it arrived as a tourist and...
Boulderâs Lauren Jortberg headed to Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
Long before she drifted into the professional Nordic skiing sphere, Lauren Jortbergâs classmates at Boulder...
Skier injured, airlifted to hospital from Eldora Mountain in Boulder County
A skier sustained a head injury at Eldora Mountain and was taken to the hospital...
How Crested Butte resident’s rise as face of US ski mountaineering led him to sport’s Olympic debut
In his ski mountaineering debut, Cam Smith was the biggest goober on the course.
Ruby Hill Rail Yard to open Sunday with new features
The Ruby Hill Rail Yard will open for the season on Sunday with new features...
Some of Colorado’s best (and most adventurous) mountaintop meals
From moonlit dinners reached on skis to multicourse meals atop high peaks, the journey is...
Monarch is now one of the few ski areas spanning both sides of Continental Divide
Monarch Mountain will become one of the rare North American ski areas to offer skiing...
Rescue helicopters sent twice to evacuate 4 frostbitten skiers from Colorado mountains
Four backcountry skiers were evacuated from a Colorado mountain by helicopter in separate rescues overnight...
Town backtracks, will investigate former mayor’s actions during Telluride ski patrol strike
The town of Mountain Village, near Telluride, has decided to investigate the circumstances under which...
Major snowstorm delivers double-digit snowfall to 12 Colorado ski resorts
A much-needed storm system blanketed Colorado ski resorts over the weekend, delivering a critical boost...
In Coloradoâs devastatingly dry winter, hope abounds for big snows to round out the season: âIt¶¶Òőap not time for panicâ
It will take more than this weekend's arctic blast and snowstorm to make up for...
Cross-country ski areas feeling impact of below-normal snow
While Colorado downhill ski resorts continue to deal with abnormally low snowfall and limited terrain...
Ski schools aren’t just for kids. Even experts can learn with lessons.
Ski lessons aren't just for beginners; it's never too late to learn and improve your...
Telluride plans to investigate council member who met with resort owner during strike
The Telluride Town Council plans to investigate one of its members who visited the owner...
Mountain Village mayor resigns, may be investigated for actions related to Telluride strike
The mayor of Mountain Village, near Telluride, has resigned as the small Western Slope community...
Skier visits down 20% for Vail Resorts, an indication of low-snow impact on ski industry
Skier visits for Vail Resorts destinations are down 20% for the season, the company divulged...
Colorado’s gay ski weeks are more than just LGBTQ+ parties. They are tied to a mission.
But don't be fooled, they're still one helluva party.
Colorado backcountry skiers caught in mountain avalanches
At least five backcountry explorers have been caught in avalanches in Colorado's mountains since Friday,...
Colorado ski makers showcase latest products and tech as the season gets underway
A rundown from Colorado-based ski brands Meier Skis, Folsom Custom Skis, Wagner and Icelantic for...
Telluride ski patrol strike ends, resort to begin reopening this weekend
After 13 days on strike, the Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association has accepted a new...
‘Pow to the people.’ Telluride residents take to the streets as ski resort closure divides town.
âEconomic disaster is already unfolding in front of our eyes. If it goes on, it¶¶Òőap...
Winter Park’s Mary Jane turns 50, ‘On Fire for God’ and more things to do in Denver
Plus the music of Charley Crockett at Mission Ballroom and hunting-fishing galore
Skier dies at Keystone Resort after found unresponsive at ski areaâs Outback zone
A group of skiers found a man unresponsive on a ski run at Keystone Resort...
Snowstorm helped Colorado ski areas open more runs, but terrain still very limited
Many Colorado ski resorts received welcome infusions of fresh snow Tuesday, and more is forecast...
Telluride faces looming ‘economic crisis’ if ski resort doesn’t fully reopen soon, leaders warn
Mayor Teddy Errico called it âan unprecedented situationâ in his state-of-the-town address.
Concerns raised over Copper Mountain skier traffic backing up onto I-70
Colorado State Patrol: "Anytime traffic is stopped on a through lane on an interstate highway,...
‘We worked hard for our fun.’ Mary Jane ski area is turning 50, but its roots go back much further
Colorado Arlberg Club members cleared Mary Jane Trail in the 1930s, skiing it under their...
Telluride makes new offer to ski patrollers ahead of planned reopening
Telluride Ski Resort is planning to reopen on Monday after spending more than a week...
A-Basin postpones parking reservation requirement due to snow conditions
Arapahoe Basin's parking reservation system, which was slated to go into effect this weekend, has...
Telluride bookings plummet, anxiety rises as ski resort strike continues
âWe still have been able to maintain a number of the tourists that are coming...
Telluride remains closed to skiing with patrollers on strike
Telluride Ski Resort remained closed on Monday, as its ski patrollers spent their third day...
How does Monarch have so much ski terrain open despite so little snow?
Monarch Mountain's operations team has figured out ways to make a little go a long...
Skier dies in collision with tree at Colorado’s Aspen Mountain, resort officials confirm
A skier died on Aspen Mountain Friday following a collision with a tree, according to...
Outlook remains grim for ski resort snowfall through the end of the year
More than a dozen Colorado resorts have base depths that are 50% below normal or...
Telluride businesses on edge as negotiations between ski resort and patrollers continue into the holidays
Negotiations and a potential strike are causing uncertainty about Christmas and New Year's Eve tourism...
It’s beginning to look a lot like a disappointing Christmas for skiing and snowboarding
Bah humbug! Where's all our snow?
A ski lift that has been idled for 25 years will spin again soon
Any day now, a ski lift installed more than four decades ago at Cuchara Valley...
Colorado ski manufacturers Folsom, Icelantic reach customers worldwide
Born in Colorado, ski manufacturers Folsom Custom Skis, Icelantic sell products nationwide and around the...
Telluride owner threatens price hikes if ski resort ‘caves’ to union demands
Owner Chuck Horning, who has a fraught relationship with the local community, is on the...
Remarkable Lindsey Vonn wins World Cup downhill at age 41 to start her Olympic season
The queen of downhill skiing is well and truly back.
Hanukkah will shred with menorahs made from skis/snowboards
Steamboat artist Randy Salky celebrates the holiday with a Colorado twist.
Colorado’s snow season is having an abnormally warm and dry start — boding poorly for snowpack
Colorado's statewide snowpack, as of Friday, sat at 70% of the median between 1991 and...
Vail Resorts announces new deal on lift ticket prices
In September, Vail Resorts chief executive Rob Katz said the company needed to "shift more...
Sick of ski traffic and crowds? Try these family-friendly winter activities instead
Celebrate the season with ice climbing, sledding, Nordic skiing, stargazing and more.
Ski resort snow depths still lagging badly despite huge storm
Six Colorado ski resorts received 20 inches or more of fresh snow in recent days,...