Backcountry Skiing in Vail Pass
Top three reasons to backcountry ski in Vail Pass
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Vail Pass delivers varied terrain for all skill levels
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This beautiful Colorado landscape reaches 14,000-plus feet in elevation
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Offers open bowls, steep and secluded tree shots, and big-alpine peaks
Vail Pass backcountry skiing has long been recognized for its epic powder and gorgeous scenery. You’ll have a blast in the beautiful Colorado landscape reaching 14,000-plus feet in elevation. You also won’t have to ski the same route twice in Vail Pass thanks to 65,000 acres of terrain. Vail Pass ski touring has it all — open bowls, steep and secluded tree shots, and big-alpine peaks. Count on exploring classic runs at places like Wingle Ridge, Ptarmigan Hill, Corkscrew and Machine Gun Ridge.
SeasonDecember through mid-April |
DurationBook as many days as you want |
Nearest cityDenver International Airport (DEN) |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |