Abandoned in 2000 and reborn as Cuchara Mountain Park, the new ski resort’s mission is affordable skiing.

For over two decades, Silverton’s mantra has been no frills-all thrills. The new owners promise to maintain the soul, with maybe a few more frills in the future.

Wind turbines and energy-efficient snow guns help, but planning for real climate-impacted skiing requires next-level tactics.

Colo.'s Purgatory Mountain Resort is far from pretty much everywhere, but its empty slopes make it totally worth the effort.

Silverton Mountain’s lone double chair will be joined by another lift, serving increased in-bounds terrain for next season.

A snowcat trip deep into the wilderness around Purgatory Mountain Resort just might be the ultimate blue heaven.

On a road trip to Crested Butte, a mom makes the happy discovery that her teenage daughter still needs her. Just a little.

Straight dad, lesbian daughter, and the nation’s biggest, best Gay Ski Week. Not entirely traditional. Just the perfect family ski trip.

Silverton has always been a place where you can come together while staying apart.

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.

There are ski trips, and there are ski vacations. Deer Valley is the latter.

Discover the expert terrain in New Mexico.

Who books a ski vacation based on scenery alone? Folks who’ve been to Telluride, that’s who.

The locals are the friendliest around, and the cowboy spirit gives the town its character.

Few skiers can tear themselves away from the meticulously crafted corduroy long enough to discover Beaver Creek's astounding hidden gems.

This quirky, unique ski town in Colorado's southern peaks is home to some of the most challenging steeps in the Rockies.

Welcome to the biggest resort in the United States. Trail map required.

An endless variety of skiing, from well-groomed greens to epic slopes.

Variety is the name of the game for this gem tucked at the base of Berthoud Pass in the Colorado Rockies.

Terrain parks and family fun abound at this Colorado resort.

The ski-only resort is focused on the authentic ski experience and knows where its strengths lie.

An excellent variety of naturally differentiated terrain.

High quality snow and terrain make Snowbird a skier's mountain.

The best-kept secret of the Cottonwoods.

The southwestern ski area is known for deep snow, fun terrain, and making every visitor feel like family.

The newly remodeled Wyman Hotel dollops a big dose of modern to an authentic mountain town.

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

Discover Utah’s famous light and dry fluff at Snowbasin, Utah.

Jackson Lebsack and Tommy Joyce get in-the-know for all that CB has to offer.

Jackson Lebsack is wrapping up his round-the-world adventure in The Centennial State.

Arapahoe Basin is Colorado's renegade, a sack-lunch dog-party kind of place. Over the past decade it has nearly tripled in size—first into Montezuma Bowl, and now into The Beavers, forcing the locals to share some of their most coveted backcountry terrain. They might not be stoked, but you will be.

Take advantage of resorts' generosity this holiday season and hit the slopes.

Think you know steep? Check out these puckering runs.

The world's first ski resort to run on 100 percent renewable energy hopes it will inspire more resorts to follow suit.

As Mother Nature blankets Colorado after a big storm, the family owned ski area near Pagosa Springs is excited to announce they're opening this weekend.

Enjoy a family-friendly vibe, reasonable prices, easy access, and lovely views.

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

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

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

This summer, you can hang with Halley at ski areas across the country.

The Vail Resorts rival will own a total of 13 ski resorts across the country.

Urban buzz + powder turns combine for a refreshingly high-energy ski vacation.

Welcome to "Power Hour", the holy grail at ski-town bars where you can eat like king and pay like a pauper.

Chris Anthony recalls the life of the ski film pioneer, and leads a memorial ski-down in his honor.

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.

Spring skiing isn't just about the snow and the sun—these six cocktails are a must for your après adventures.

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

Spring skiing's iciest rite of passage is also a laugh-out-loud spectacle that's hard not to love.

Snoozy no more, Steamboat's base area is rekindling its playful spirit with a new coaster and nightlife—plus big plans for the future.

Ski town music festivals are not just summertime affairs anymore: four melodic events to get you dancing in your ski boots.

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

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 kid-friendly resorts in North America.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resorts for snow quality in Western North America.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resorts for terrain variety in Western North America.

What do you get when you combine K2's pro athletes with the steeps of Colorado's Silverton Mountain? Good times and great skiing.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resorts for all-around service in Western North America.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resort chairlift systems in Western North America.

"If you can't arc a turn, you're not going to impress me."

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resorts for grooming in Western North America.

The results of our reader-ranked survey for the top 10 most authentic resorts in Western North America.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 resort lodging options in Western North America.

Big storms over the last two weeks plus favorable snowmaking weather equals the first opening day of the season.

The results of our reader-ranked survey of the top 10 challenging resorts in Western North America.

It's what we've all been waiting for. Opening day is sooner than you think, so get your skis waxed and that season pass ready.

While the Resort Guide overall rankings were chosen by readers, our editors highlighted their favorite resorts, too.

The results of our reader-ranked survey ranking the top 15 resorts in Western North America.

This is what it means for you.

The results of our reader-ranked survey ranking the top resorts in Western North America, from 16th through 30th.

Fabulous mountain. Fabulous town.

Where the locals go on powder days. This is a real skier’s resort.

Can one resort be all things to all skiers? Snowmass tries.

A small mountain vibe with fantastic snow.

Snap out of that summertime funk! Aspen Snowmass’s new Lost Forest features are designed to hold you over until the flakes start falling.

The Crown family, owners of Aspen resorts, and KSL Capital Partners officially finalize the blockbuster acquisition of Intrawest Resorts and Mammoth Resorts.

Zero waste; zero net emission, zero environmental impact by 2030

Dodging. Swinging. Bouncing. Climbing. Copper's new Wrecktangle will make you forget how much you miss skiing. Well, not really, but still...

Good news for Colorado, not so much for Utah