Crested Butte Though Crested Butte's claim to fame is its status as the place where mountain biking got its start, winter visitors will fall in love with the fluffy mountain powder that skiers and snowboarders love on the 1,434 acres of terrain. In addition to the draw of the incredible skiing and snowboarding, the charming town of Crested Butte, a National Historic District, captivates visitors and gives them a sense of Colorado's colorful and rich history. Crested Butte is smaller and a much more cozy town than Breckenridge and aspen. It is much more laid back and a very enjoyable destination. There are many pubs, restaurants, shops, and recreational activities to provide plenty of  things to do on a winter or summer vacation to this beautiful example of a Rocky Mountain getaway. In the summer around August the high country wild flower display's are to die for. Link     Book Rooms

Cuchara  This resort is still closed although new owners are trying to get it open possibly for the 2007 season. Located along the scenic Highway of Legends in beautiful south-central Colorado, the small resort of Cuchara offers four lifts and one tow on approximately 230 acres of terrain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, folks can enjoy snowshoeing, tubing, sleigh rides, and cross-country skiing. Link

Echo Mountain Park Located 35 miles west of Denver, Colorado. West on I-70 to the Evergreen Parkway (CO-74) then (highway 103) southwest eleven miles to the mountain. It is now the closest resort for most Front range boarders and skiers. Echo Mountain is is 100% covered by snowmaking equipment so there is plenty of the white stuff. Further they are open until 9PM every night, Echo Mountain is an all freestyle terrain area.  Link    

Eldora Ski Area Located 21 miles west of Boulder, Colorado, and just 50 miles from Ft Collins, Loveland and Denver the Eldora Resort is the closest resort to the Front range skier. Skiers and snowboarders will enjoy the good variety of terrain, the majority of which is intermediate, and an excellent cross-country ski park which draws visitors from all the Front Range cities. Link     Book Rooms

Howelsen Hill Steamboat  Howelson Hill, a tiny ski area located in the historic town of Steamboat Springs, holds a unique place in the annals of skiing history. It is the oldest ski hill in continuous use.  This ski jumping and ski training hill has sent over 50 competitors to Olympic competitions all over the world. Link     Book Rooms

Keystone  has extensive terrain covering three mountains and ranges from well-groomed  runs to deep-powder glades. The North Peak offers challenging bumps and steep runs, and just beyond lies the Outback, Keystone's secluded back bowls. To top it all off, a great system of interconnecting lifts and gondolas makes it easy to get you where you want to go. Keystone ski resort  offers a little bit of everything, including lessons, special programs, and a bunch of recreational activities, Keystone is a Colorado ski town offering plenty to do. Keystone has world-class slopes and down-to-earth friendliness in a beautiful pine forest location so  it's no wonder that Keystone stays on top as one of Colorado's favorite winter and summer destinations.  Link     Book Rooms

Loveland Ski Area. Encompassing more than 1,300 acres of varied terrain, with a high of about 13,000 feet Ski Loveland  has something to offer every level of skier or snowboarder. Beginners come to the Loveland Valley base area, which is also full up with  beginner classes on most days The more advanced Loveland high country features balck diamond runs that will get your blood moving quickly with excitement.  With an average of 400 inches of snow per year, Loveland is sure to please anyone seeking the light, powdery snow that makes Colorado a world-class winter destination. Link     Book Rooms

Monarch This Colorado ski area is best known for its incredible, all-natural powder,  no snowmaking is necessary here! Visitors to this beautiful, smaller resort in south-central Colorado experience short lift lines and love its down-to-earth friendliness. Monarch boast great snowcat tours for the non-skier and skier alike on over 770 acres of pristine forest land in the magnificent San Isabel National Forest. Link

Powderhorn sits nestled against the mountains 35 minutes southeast of Grand Junction on Colorado's western slope. It is well known for its hassle free atmosphere. It's one quad lift, two doubles, and one surface lift provide access to a good diversity of terrain: 20% beginner; 20% advanced; and 60% intermediate. Opening day scheduled for December 10. Link     Book Rooms

Purgatory Native Coloradoans love this resort that lies just down the road from the famous mountain town of Durango. Known for its terrific groomed, intermediate-level ski runs, Purgatory Ski Resort also offers challenging bumps, long steep slopes, and nicely forested beginner slopes. After a day on the mountain, visitors can lose themselves in the Old West charm of Durango. Scattered throughout two historic districts, you'll find dozens of fine restaurants, unique shops, and art galleries. When not skiing  be sure to take the famous narrow gauge Durango-Silverton train that runs year-round. Opens November 23. Link     Book Rooms

Silverton Mountain. This Colorado ski area is now ranked number one in steeps and number one in powder in the US by Ski magazine.  This area has guided only sking for the 2005/2006 season. Link      Book Rooms

Sol Vista formerly Silver Creek  Sol Vista offers 1 quad lift, 1 triple chair, 1 double chair, 1 poma, and 1 surface lift, which together provide access to its 33 trails over two mountains. East mountain is beginner and intermediate and west mountain is intermediate and advanced. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, the resort offers a diverse array of outdoor wintertime fun. Cross country skiers enjoy the 40km Nordic Trail System, a lighted tubing hill provides downhill thrills, and snow biking (yep, a bike with skis!) is allowed. Opens December 14.  Link

Ski Copper  bills itself as the 'Affordable Family Area,' where visitors can enjoy a friendly atmosphere, good service, and diversified terrain. The slopes are 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 30% advanced, and a snowboard park is available, weather permitting. Cross-country skiers find plenty of trails at the Piney Creek Nordic Center. And for those who seek something a little out of the ordinary, you might like to visit the Tennessee Pass Cookhouse - after a one mile guided cross country ski or snowshoe, guests sit in the comfort of a yurt and enjoy a delicious meal. Opens November 24. Link     Book Rooms

Snowmass one of the four Aspen resorts  is known for its long, groomed cruising runs. Twenty lifts carry skiers and snowboarders to 3,010 acres of ski able terrain. For snowboarders, Snowmass offers two half pipes, two terrain parks, a four-mile run with terrain-park features and strap-on benches at the top of each lift. Over 40% of Snowmass' terrain is steep and challenging, and 'the Cirque', including runs that are favorites among advanced skiers and riders. Link     Book Rooms