Six Authentic Western Ski Towns

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.

Author:: Kelly Bastone
Publish date:: Apr 2, 2018
Updated on: Mar 26, 2018

You'll never know what you'll find in the streets of Whitefish.

Whitefish, Mont.
This Northern Montana gem is the gateway to majestic Glacier National Park and 10 minutes from Whitefish Mountain Resort. World’s friendliest locals? Quite possibly.

Izzy's at night

Ski Resort Life

This southern Colorado burg charms visitors with all of the beauty and none of the attitude.

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An authentic western vibe melds perfectly with an adventurous spirit in this mountain-town playground.

Melvin Brewing

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Until beer brewing becomes an Olympic sport, gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival are as good as it gets for ski town breweries.

Tiny homes in Aspen Snowmass

Ski Resort Life

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

Whitefish Top 10 Snow

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

Whitefish Top 10 Overall Satisfaction

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

Telluride Top 10 Dining

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

Mammoth Top 10 Variety

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