Aspen Snowmass, a premier ski destination in Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley, provides regular updates on snow conditions throughout the ski season. The latest report, dated February 13, offers a snapshot of the mountain's current state.
Here's a summary of the key information from the report, according to onthesnow.com:
- Base Depth: 27 inches
- Lifts Open: 31 out of 41
- Recent Snowfall: 6 inches in the past 24 hours
- Mid Mountain Powder: 35 inches
- Summit Powder: 43 inches
- Acres Open: 4,837
- Runs Open: 306 out of 366
The report also indicates that open trails break down as follows:
- Beginner Runs: 65/68 open
- Intermediate Runs: 151/162 open
- Advanced Runs: 46/62 open
- Expert Runs: 44/74 open
Aspen Snowmass encompasses four mountains: Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass. Together, they offer a diverse range of terrain suitable for all skill levels. The resort boasts 5,700 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 4,406 feet from a summit elevation of 12,510 feet. The resort typically receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall each year, supplemented by snowmaking operations.
Aspen Snowmass caters to families with dedicated beginner areas at Buttermilk and Snowmass. Other family-friendly amenities include ski schools, tubing lanes, and the Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center. For freestyle skiers and snowboarders, the resort features three terrain parks and two halfpipes.
The resort is scheduled to remain open until April 19, according to the report.
