It skis like a megaresort without the crowds, hassle, or attitude.

From towering peaks to hike-to steeps and hidden powder stashes, Montana gave us everything we needed to push 175 skis to their limits.

Die-hards are worried that their beloved ski hill will lose its local vibe, but management remains characteristically optimistic.

The 75-passenger Lone Peak Tram is first new tram built at a North American ski resort in 15 years.

Winter Park adds a new art installation and a signage in homage to the people and cultures who originally inhabited its land.

When completed, Mayflower Resort will be the first new ski area in the U.S. since 2004. Here’s the latest on the massive project.

We rounded up a few legit steep-skiing runs that serve up the same challenge as the Montana resort's marquee terrain.

Loveland Ski Area kicks off its new snowcat tours into Dry Gulch, offering almost a dozen runs a day in untouched powder.

Storm chasers, listen up. Here’s your weekend itinerary for the best ski conditions across the country.

Colo's Bluebird Backcountry debuts skin-in geodesic domes this season that guarantee first tracks, last tracks, and everything in between.

The circa-1994 fixed-grip quad was swapped out for a high-speed quad that cuts ride time down to just 3.6 minutes.

This ski town is like a mini metropolis, with so many restaurants that the choices are overwhelming. These are our top culinary picks.

Ski racing can be intense and stressful, but savvy skiers and their families use racing as a way to explore new ski resorts.

One writer finds encouragement and camaraderie with other underrepresented skiers on an outing with the BIPOC Mountain Collective.

In northwestern Montana, a once unheard of little burg has become a symbol of the quality-of-life crisis confronting ski towns everywhere.

Steep chutes and remote backcountry-like terrain give expert skiers a reason to explore the state’s original destination resort.

The state's two most popular ski resorts offer vastly different vacation experiences. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect.

There are now seven destinations that will require reservations in hopes of preserving the ski experience.

The highly anticipated 550-acre expansion into Bergman Bowl was slated to add 16 new trails and a high-speed lift.

The resort's new downhill trail, Deepest Darkest, is an example of how we can build bike trails that are fun and challenging for everyone.

Planning a ski vacation doesn't have to be a drag. Start here for tips and tricks to getting the most out your trip to this Western town.

These Sun Valley travel tips will ease the planning process so you can focus on the skiing.

Sunlight Mountain Resort becomes the Indy Pass's first resort in one of the most popular ski states in the country.

These are the 12 best ski resorts in the state of Colorado, from massive mega resorts to independent ski areas.

Sidelined by the pandemic, one dad needed to remind his family why they ski, and this Utah resort was just the spot.

There’s nothing as primal as the adrenaline-inducing terror atop an extreme line. For one skier, Bridger Bowl is where she goes to find it.

It’s hard to imagine that one of Colorado’s most popular resorts still has hidden gems, but we found them. Add these to your must-ski list this season.

This classic Rocky Mountain resort might not be known for its knee-knocking terrain, but there’s plenty of it if you know where to look.

That famous couloir is in good company with this list of puckeringly steep and technical runs at one of the toughest mountains in the U.S.

From lodging and dining to nightlife and off-slope adventures, a ski traveler's guide to planning a trip to Montana's adventure mecca.

Planning a ski trip out West is a huge undertaking. We can help you decide which of these Colorado megaresorts is right for you.

From lodging and dining to nightlife and off-slope adventures, here's the ski traveler's guide to planning a trip to Aspen's four resorts.

From lodging and dining to nightlife and off-slope adventures, here's the ski traveler's guide to planning a trip to Vail.

Adventurous skiers can find copious glades and expert steeps at Idaho's Tamarack Resort, all amid views of Lake Cascade.

With nearly 2,000 acres of in-bounds terrain, 420 acres of lift-served backcountry, and yet another 18,000 acres of cat-served skiing in Payette National Forest, it's impossible to get bored at Brundage.

Northern Idaho’s Schweitzer Mountain is the biggest little resort you’ve likely never visited. You should reconsider.

Top 10 resorts in the West for Dining, according to SKI's Reader Resort Survey.

Top 10 resorts in the West for Scenery, according to SKI's Reader Resort Survey.

Sun Valley combines exciting slopes with the down-to-earth town of Ketchum.

This quaint, old-school Montana skier’s mountain has been attracting attention for all the right reasons

Great steeps and great deeps. It's a place of legend.

Discover great, consistent snow at Grand Targhee as product of perfect geography.

The season is over for most of the continent, but these resorts are spinning their lifts—with some very important regulations. Here’s the deal.

Community-owned and starkly independent, this Montana ski area is a masterpiece for skiers looking to leave fancy ski resorts for something real.

Remote enough to still be considered a hidden gem and authentic enough to be worthy of that moniker, this ski town knows exactly what it wants to be.

The duo behind The Rolling Van had an all-time week of snow, relaxation, and fine dining in wild Wyoming.

Ski.com Dream Job Hires Ben Saheb and Celia Miller look back on a week of ‘hard’ work at Big Sky Resort.

Big Sky Resort welcomes Ben Saheb and Celia Miller for an action-packed week of VIP experiences.

The results of our reader-ranked survey for the top resorts in Western North America.

The closing segment of this year's Warren Miller Entertainment film, Timeless, presented by Volkswagen, ends in iconic Jackson Hole, Wyo., with a family of skiers.

One of the best ski hotels in the West sits just minutes from Sun Valley's lifts.

The lifts are still spinning at these areas in the USA.

The two resorts will join the pass for 2019-2020 ski season, but will remain independently owned.

One writer finds inspiration in a ski day well spent—even if it ends at 2 P.M. with a Montucky Cold Snack at the base lodge cafeteria.

Alterra Mountain Co. invested $28.2 million for improvements this season at Winter Park, including $4 million just for improved snowmaking.

Hot on the heels of A-Basin's announcement, Loveland will open three runs and a new high-speed quad this weekend.

The Colorado ski resort will be the first resort in the nation to be running lifts seven days a week.

For the price of a lift ticket, you are smack in the middle of Mother Nature's playground.

Top 10 resorts in the West for Charm, according to SKI's Reader Resort Survey.

Top 10 resorts in the West for Down-Day Activities, according to SKI's Reader Resort Survey.

The acquisitions mark Epic's interest in northeastern resorts, plus the first major purchase in Washington State.

Low on glitz, high on character, these towns are filled with folks who are genuinely stoked to be visiting or living there. Put them on your “go” list.

Snag first chair every time with a stay at one of these snowbound lodges, where it's you, yourself, and the slopes.

With Canada recently celebrating its 150th anniversary, give our northern neighbor a nod by skiing its oldest and most heralded National Park

It's not officially spring until you kick back outside with a cold one. We'll even throw in the scenery for free.

Experience Western Montana’s winter wonder and unrivaled ski adventures with a unique and authentic chalet stay.

Uncrowded. Unspoiled. Unbelievable.

Ski resort communities turn to miniature solutions in a dual effort to affordably house employees and satisfy an ever-increasing number of visitors.

Kick up your boots at Steamboat Springs' Cowboy Downhill, a one-of-a-kind ski rodeo.

The dogs from our Powder Hounds feature made their own movie.

The Winter Park Express train provides a stress-free and reasonably priced alternative to sitting in ski traffic.

Deep in Idaho's Sawtooth National Forest, life is simple: Skin up. Ski Down. Roll around in the snow. Just remember to bring extra pairs of wool socks.

Vail Resorts rolls out a new way to anticipate lift line waits at a handful of resorts this season.