California

I had a few misconceptions about California skiing. Glad I cleared things up.

Bernie Rosow has shaped Mammoth’s slopes for two decades—and still finds time to be first in line on every powder day.

What's a reciprocal pass, and is it an option for you? Find out here.

Supply chain issues continue to cause car-rental sticker shock. Avoid it altogether.

When you need to cool off and the community pool just isn't cutting it, ski resorts in the summertime provide just the mountain respite you're seeking.

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.

Biggest may not always mean best, but it does offer a level of adventure and exploration you can't find elsewhere.

Give the 2023-'24 ski season the send-off it deserves at the rowdiest and most inventive end-of-season fiestas in skidom.

With no end to winter in sight around much of the West, resorts are planning to stay open past their projected dates.

From steeps to glades to bowls, we put our heads together to compile a respectable list of must-ski trails at resorts across the continent.

Lifties, ticket scanners, and groomers make your favorite ski area hum, but they can’t work if they can’t find an affordable place to live.

In a headline pulled right from a potential blockbuster, a snowboarder spent a night in a Heavenly gondola cabin after boarding in the late afternoon.

The top ski resorts in the United States stand out for their breadth of terrain, consistent snow, and the ability to provide a great experience time and again.

Skiing is hard on a body. Pamper yourself and you just might find you can ski longer, harder, and better.

Skiers triggered an early-season slide as the resort's KT-22 terrain opened for the season this morning.

A mechanical malfunction discovered earlier this week has taken the gondola out of the commission until it can be fixed.

Dive into the weirdest, uniquely memorable, and most entertaining reader comments from the 2024 Reader Resort Survey.

A community ski hill in northern California is under fire after sharing plans to erect a 20-foot-tall statue of the Virgin Mary.

Lodging costs are higher than ever, but there are still ways to keep ski vacation costs down. Start here.

It's not too late—or too early—to score a solid corn harvest this season on the west coast

The new closing date marks only the third time in the resort's history that the ski area has stayed open into August.

The franchise known for its tropical vibe gets ready for après-ski with a foray into snowy Tahoe.

Red, white, and blue leggings? Check. Blonde mullet wig? Check. Rainbow-lensed sport glasses? Check. You're ready for the Fourth.

The cost for ski area lodging in the West has nearly doubled, but there are still ways to keep costs down next season.

Ironically, stronger, wetter, and warmer storms will shrink the snowline at many of the state’s most popular ski areas.

Locals are fighting a plan to turn Homewood into a semi-private resort, limiting community access to the slopes.

A staple in the Alps, hostels are no longer only for dirtbags and ski bums.

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

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

All but three on this list are still open, with more snow in the forecast.

Why Sierra-at-Tahoe sustained so much damage, and what ski resorts can do to prepare for the next big wildfire.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.