Most Spectacular Ski Resorts

Whistler Blackcomb

The power of the landscape, the towering mountains, the crisp air and glinting snow cast the fun and draw focus to the slopes. It’s a force of nature: something spectacular real. It manifests itself in their undeniable reputation, their legendary terrain, their reliably deep snow and their world record epic gondola.

Chamonix

The iconic name of Mont Blanc, the first Winter Olympics, and ski slopes with the world’s greatest height differential all combine to make Chamonix one of the best-known and most popular ski resorts in France. 

Europe’s tallest peak at 4,807 meters, Mont Blanc assures Chamonix some of the best snow conditions in the Alps, and the longest lasting. The altitude is aided by the surrounding glaciers in keeping temperatures low and powder dry. The snow falls—and stays—on some of the world’s most challenging terrain for skiers.

Chamonix includes several different areas: Grands Montets, at altitudes from 1,235 meters to 3,300 meters, offers expert runs with the greatest height differential in the world. At the Les Houches ski area, you’ll find the renowned Verte, the only piste in the Haute-Savoie approved for World Cup races. Tree-lined and often glazed over, its 3.5 kilometers have an 870-meter vertical and include a series of jumps.

Kitzbühel

In the Austrian Alps, within easy reach of both Innsbruck and Salzburg, Kitzbühel looks like a travel poster for Alpine ski towns with its fresco-painted buildings and mountain chalets. While its smart boutiques and luxury hotels may give it the aura of a chic Swiss resort, Kitzbühel has a cozy warmth and accommodations that welcome families on a budget, too. Charming as it is, Kitzbühel is absolutely awesome.

Telluride

In a wonderful setting with plenty of challenging terrain at an altitude that promises consistent snow, Telluride is one of Colorados most popular ski resorts. The height of the San Juan Mountains makes it possible for the resort’s base to begin at an impressive 8,725-foot elevation, and lifts carry skiers to 12,515 feet. In between is more than two thousand acres of skiable terrain. It’s this impressive vertical and expanses of hike-to terrain that bring extreme skiers to Telluride.

Big Bear Mountain, California

Home to award winning terrain parks and hundreds of permitted acres, Bear Mountain is Southern California’s epicenter for progression and development in snow sports. Bear is also home to the largest learning area in SoCal. From the terrain-based learning area to the Skill Builder Parks, they teach people to ski and ride everyday of the season. Bear is also home to SoCal’s only halfpipes, thanks to their state-of-the-art grooming and snowmaking. That’s why Southern California skiers and riders from all over the world head to the parks and slopes of Bear.

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