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Over a dozen ski areas have extended their seasons by at least a week, some up a month or more. It’s not too late to plan one last adventure.

Ski bars are a breed apart, a skier’s soul embodied within four walls. Herein, an opinionated take on where to ski based on where to drink.

Excellent snow year across most of the West + spring break = big crowds on the slopes. How to not lose your cool.

According to the Twitterverse, these are the must-ride chairlifts at ski resorts across the continent. Do you agree?

The former U.S. Ski Teamer, who is racing for Greece, straddled a gate during his run, which led to a 30-minute deliberation from the judges.

Just when you thought you knew about all the ways to save, we've uncovered a handful of sneaky savings to add to your bag of tricks.

In honor of Presidents’ Day, here are a half-dozen former Oval Office occupants—and one current—who knew their way down a black diamond.

Norway wins gold in both the men’s and women’s events; the top American finishes just off the podium.

David Wise and Tristan Feinberg go 3-4 for the U.S. after athletes voted on whether to hold the contest due to gusting winds.

Tune in live or catch the replays of the best freeski athletes in the world going big at Mammoth Mountain.

You can save hundreds of dollar with public transportation and little ingenuity.

Mikaela Shiffrin partners with Alterra Mountain Company and NASTAR to bring ski racing to more people this winter.

The California resort just blew past last winter’s 223 inches, and there’s another huge storm hitting the mountain today.

There are bunny slopes, and then there’s mountaintop learning terrain and winding summit trails that teach and inspire.

While ski areas in the West close due to too much snow, European resorts shutter with not enough, plus all the news you missed in ski country.

Our readers weigh in on how easy it is to park at the resorts, plus an overview of parking requirements at the worst offenders this winter.

Despite news to the contrary, there are lots of new lifts coming online this season. We're stoked on these.

Fall storms have whitened the landscape across the mountain West, blanketing slopes and facilitating early openings. Here’s where you can click in.

Skiing's increased popularity has led more resorts to charge for parking. Here's how to navigate the lots at 10 West Coast ski areas.

The rankings are live! See where your favorite Western resorts landed in the 2023 SKI Magazine Resort Guide.

From chutes and couloirs to rock bands and knee-quivering vert, these resorts never disappoint skiers on the hunt for a challenge.

Skiers gotta sleep. These are the resorts with the best beds in the West.

Outdoor patios, rockin' pubs, parking-lot parties, oh my! These ski resorts have the best post-skiing vibes.

When you've got energy left over for the bar scene after a bomber day on the hill, here are the resorts you'd best find yourself at.

A good lift system translates to more vertical, which means more skiing for you. These resorts have the fastest lift networks.

Glades, bowls, bumps, groomers, and more. The different types of terrain at these ski areas pleases all comers.

This winter's crop of ski hotels and lodges range from cozy cabins to sprawling resorts scattered across the American west.

The new documentary ‘Buried’ looks back at the 1982 tragedy at Alpine Meadows, and finds lessons that are as relevant as ever about surviving a traumatic event.

The rental delivery service adds vacation convenience. Also, what's a ski butler?

No car? No problem at these ski areas, where well-connected public transportation makes it easy to ditch the rental.

Skin or hike past old bull wheels and lift shacks and be rewarded with untracked lines at these defunct ski areas.

Ranking resorts based on five climate-based criteria, the Savills Ski Resilience Index sheds light on climate change’s impact on our sport.

Ride the gondola with your four-legged friend at these five ski areas and bag scenic peaks without the major uphill haul.

Ride them long enough and you come to view chairlifts not just as things, but as entities with lives, vibes, and personalities all their own.

Sure, the coast is nice, but the mountains are where it's at in summer when it comes to hiking, biking, and views that don't quit.

Gear up if you’re going to get those last turns of the season in—the end is near for three of the four ski areas still spinning their lifts.

This La Niña season delivered generously in some regions, especially during the spring. Better late than never.

Last summer's Caldor Fire destroyed 80 percent of the ski area's vegetation, so things will look different.

A turnkey list of the best places to eat during your Lake Tahoe ski vacation, from breakfast to brew pubs.

The Tour will now make four stops in the U.S. for the 2022-'23 season—the most in 26 years.

Resorts are closing, but you can extend your ski season with these backcountry touring routes for all abilities.

It feels a lot like winter at the ski resorts that are still open. Here’s where and when you can make turns this spring.

The history of the spectacular Cushing Crossing pond skim is as rich as it is dubious.

A completely opinionated list of the last great ski bars across the globe. Disagree? We're sure you'll let us know.

When it comes to discounts and free skiing for our senior skiers, there’s a huge range in what resorts offer. Here’s a snapshot.

$99 ski, stay, and learn deals and massively discounted lift tickets make this month one of the best values in the industry.

Send off the 2021-'22 ski season in style at the Top 10 rowdiest and most inventive closing day fiestas in skidom.

The company will invest $344 million across a handful of its Ikon Pass resorts over the next several seasons.

These are some of our favorite tales, from hilarious to horrifying, that offer a glimpse into what it’s like to work ski patrol.

If you're looking to party into the wee hours and still hit first chair, here's your quick-and-dirty guide to the best nightlife in the West.

A lake studded by ski resorts, both bucket-list destinations and quirky hills, presents the opportunity to find just the vibe you're seeking.

An eternal ski bum at heart, Bernie Rosow's only thought after clocking out is when he'll make his next turns.

An unusually warm month of November is forcing resorts across the West to push back their opening day. Here's what to expect.

An efficient lift network is the difference between skiing a lot and skiing a little. You'll ski a lot at these Western resorts.

These are the best resorts in the West to party with friends after a ski day, according to SKI's 2022 Reader Resort Survey.

Ski's readers have picked the best ski resorts in the western US. Did your favorite make the cut? Read on to see what made our best of the west ski resort list.

Longtime Warren Miller athletes who were raised amid the legendary terrain of the iconic Tahoe resort weigh in on its new name.

Pandemic be damned, skiers are getting more convenient air service to more ski-town airports this winter than ever.

The estimated $325 million in capital improvements are intended to enhance mountain flow and the skier experience.

The new moniker was inspired by the resort's legendary ski terrain, and will be in effect immediately.

The newest Warren Miller film breaks down barriers with adaptive and BIPOC athletes and celebrates winter coast to coast.

The U.S. Forest Service has also closed the state's national forests through Sept. 17 to keep people out of the region.

Northern California's fast-moving Caldor Fire has burned 150,000 acres and counting, and is now encroaching on South Lake Tahoe ski areas.

Looking for one more hoorah before it's back to the grind? Here's 130 ways to celebrate summer at U.S. ski resorts.

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

Level up your game or just enjoy an extremely well-manicured hike with great views. Here are the prettiest golf courses in ski country.

Skiing is on the agenda at these luxe new ski-country lodgings, along with many other wonderful winter diversions.

The Indy Pass just added four new resorts, and now offers 144 days of skiing for $279. Are you up for the challenge?

Don't head to SoCal's iconic ski resort without a plan to challenge yourself on some of its steepest and most difficult terrain.

SKI's travel expert offers on tips how to enjoy quick weekend getaways with fewer travel hassles and more powder turns.

In honor of live music's returns to the mountains, we rounded up the best music festivals to add to your calendar this summer.

From lodging and dining to nightlife and off-slope adventures, a ski traveler's guide to planning a trip to Lake Tahoe's biggest resort.

Don't abandon your need for speed after the lifts stop turning. Here are our favorite mountain coasters at resorts around the country.

Great views without all of the hard work. Here are our favorite summer hikes at ski resorts throughout North America.

As the resorts pivot to second-season operations, take advantage of the hotels' spas after a day of playing on the summer trails.

With the ski season wrapping up from coast to coast, we take a look at how it went off around different parts of the country.