Legendary. This mountain has something for everyone. It's big, lots of runs. This is my second…read morevisit to Snowmass. Both trips were I. March, 2 years ago I got some fresh powder this year it was spring conditions. I was able to hit all 4 resorts in 1 day, Snowmass, Buttermilk, Aspen Highlands, and Ajax. Snowmass is amazing. I will be coming back.

We enjoyed our time at snowmass. We came at the end of the season & the weather was pretty good…read more All of the employees that we came in contact with were helpful and nice. Trying to figure out where to go for our lessons was a little confusing but we found it with assistance. Our instructor, Cyndi, was very friendly and helpful in teaching us how to ski. We enjoyed our lunch at the cafeteria. It was packed but we found seats and got our food quickly.

It's a lovely mountain if you are a new or learner…read more Not much in the way of advanced terrain here. Short groomers. Some fun spots to dip into the trees or small sections of bumps. 5 lifts and a terrain park. Lots of ski school lessons for kids and adults. Ski school sucks up a lot of lift capacity. CliffHouse lodge on the summit is nice for lunch. Lower base buildings are new and fresh and clean. Shops. Food. Booze. Gear. Aspen priced so look away! Lots of entitlement here. Lots!! I think this would be a great place for an easy powder day. Nothing special here.

It's probably time I write a review of our visit to Aspen about a week ago, specifically…read moreButtermilk. This mountain is heaven for skiers and snowboarders! I underestimated this mountain and all of its glorious trails that were fun and scary at the same time lol. Super friendly staff everywhere from the lodge, the lifts, and each of the bases. So happy to have been able to experience Aspen!

Had a wondeful weekend skiing here! This was my first time in Aspen and it did not disappoint. The…read moregondolas were awesome and fast! The place is huge and theres so much to ski and do! I havent skiied in ten years so i started with some much needed practice on the bunny slopes. Brenda at the rental shop was awesome and helped me get the perfect rental skis & get the right boots. Hopefully I can make it back here in the next few years to ski again!

If it weren't for gouging the locals who work for the Aspen Ski Company and the locals who ski it,…read moreit'd be a decent place. But Aspen is all about money over affordability. So, for the first time in 32 years, I'm considering finding another mountain to ski, even though it's 45 miles away.

Ranking ski areas this good eventually becomes a little ridiculous. I have called Aspen Highlands…read moremy favorite of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains, and on pure terrain, especially Highland Bowl and Deep Temerity, I understand why I said it. Still, all four earn five stars from me for different reasons, and forcing them into a rigid hierarchy misses what each one does so well. Ajax makes perhaps the strongest case that technical skiing and an effortless overall experience can coexist. What makes Ajax singular is its position directly above the town of Aspen. You walk from the street onto the Silver Queen Gondola, climb thousands of vertical feet, and spend the day skiing sustained fall lines that deliver you right back where you started. With its remarkable setting, vibrant energy, and almost comical wealth, Aspen remains unlike anywhere else on Earth; I also understand why its excess wears on some people. The Little Nell and the other hotels at the base are second to none, while downtown sits close enough that the transition from ski boots to normal life feels almost absurdly easy. Beneath all that polish, Ajax is a serious skier's mountain. There are no beginner runs, and its steep vertical layout favors strong skiers who enjoy bumps, glades, and terrain that keeps asking for attention. The fast gondola makes full mountain laps remarkably efficient, and the compact trail pattern keeps the day moving. I like technical skiing, so the mountain's directness suits me: ride up, choose a line, and ski hard all the way down. Late in the day, the lower face often drops into shade, firms up, and can get icy enough to demand real concentration. Some visitors step onto the Silver Queen because it is beside their hotel and discover several hours later that convenience does not make the final descent forgiving. Ajax has a funny way of humbling people who came mainly for the town, which may be healthy in a place surrounded by so much luxury. I go in with my eyes wide open and genuinely enjoy the focus that the mountain demands when conditions get firm. Finishing a run on Ajax is part of the magic. After clicking out, you can head to Ajax Tavern, walk downtown for a meal, or stop at a bar. The shops and even a dispensary are right there, so the end of the session can take whatever shape you want. If you rent, Aspen Snowmass can transfer your skis between its mountains, while the excellent bus network makes the entire area remarkably easy to navigate. Summer deserves equal billing in any review of Aspen. The weather is beautiful, the pace is gentler, and outdoor life fills the valley. Crowds thin, prices ease somewhat, and the fresh alpine air remains every bit as restorative. People often say that locals come for the winter and stay for the summer; after experiencing both seasons, I understand exactly why. Ultimately, Ajax is one of the best ski areas in the world, full stop. Its sustained terrain, immediate town access, and slightly intimidating late-day personality give it an identity all its own. Highlands holds a special place for its Bowl and Deep Temerity, and Ajax earns the same five stars through a completely different combination of terrain and place. Every visit feels like a privilege, and I never leave Aspen without feeling lucky that I got to spend time there.

Even in Hawaii's version of cold, I find myself missing snow-covered mornings and accidentally…read morefalling asleep on a gondola ride in my travels to Aspen, Colorado. Some memories just stay warm forever. I truly enjoyed my experience on the gondola ride. I rode it so many times I fell asleep! Snow will always be magical to me.

We've had such a positive experience with Vail Ski & Snowboard School. We've trusted both of our…read morekids with their instruction, and every time the instructors have been incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging. It's clear they know how to make kids feel comfortable while also helping them build skills and confidence on the mountain. Every year we put them in atleast one lesson so they remember the basics. The entire process is also very easy to navigate, which makes a huge difference. Especially on that first day when things can feel a little hectic. From check-in to getting them settled, everything runs smoothly and takes away any stress. Another big plus is the pick-up and drop-off location. It's centrally located on the mountain, making it super convenient to get the kids where they need to be and meet up afterward without any hassle, cause some days get very busy.

The instructors are mostly fine and mostly competent. Our multi-generational crew skis blacks and…read moreblues. Kiddos in the mix ski whatever is best for them at that time. Period. Some instructors apparently need be reminded they are in a hired role. Their position is to be of service, to follow instruction. Their's is not the role of principal, extended family leader or guest. They are not equals in the equation, they are staff contracted. Ski in. Ski out. Buh bye. While expectations may be different in class settings, what I've outlined should be the standard dynamic when an instructor is assigned to a family.

We booked with this school for adult ski lessons. Our instructor was awful. He did not introduce…read morehimself or bother to learn our names or faces. When it came time to practice skiing, I was struggling to move, and he left me to figure it out. When I got to the area he was at with the rest of the group, I asked him to catch me up, and he said just to watch the others. Even after practicing and watching him help others, he still would not help me. I sat to the side, frustrated, and he never checked on me once. I was able to get a refund from the school. The reason I give 3 stars is that this school has very kind instructors who helped me when my fiancé was teaching me. It was not a one-off experience because my friend, who was in the ski lessons with me, was also told to just learn by watching others. If we are paying $150, our instructor should be more hands-on. I saw he was being monitored after my complaint, but he still treated the students the same.

Don't waste your money if you are a beginner! Paid for half day beginner lesson for my son, who…read moretravelled to ski for the first time. He was not placed in the beginner's group, could not keep up, and was denied moving to the beginner's group when he caught up with the instructor.

Huge disappointment. Paid over $1,000 for two days and my child never progressed beyond the magic…read morecarpet. He was bored, unhappy, and learned more in a half-day private lesson elsewhere. No lunch options (only cheeseburger), poor communication, and a generic response when I raised concerns. I've had five kids go through ski school--this was by far the worst. Don't waste your money on group lessons

I booked a full-day private ski lesson ($1,800) as a first-time skier and unfortunately had a very…read moredisappointing experience with the Beaver Creek Ski School. Before booking, I specifically called to ask for an instructor who is great with first-time skiers, and I was told Anthony would be assigned. On the day of the lesson, Anthony never showed up, and after waiting I was reassigned to another instructor at the last minute. While the instructor was polite, the experience did not feel appropriate for a beginner. After a short time, I was taken to a larger area before I had fully practiced stopping and control, which led to two hard falls on my left side. After that I was in pain and had to stop the lesson after only about two hours. Since I had prepaid for a full-day private lesson, I asked the ski school if I could either complete the unused portion the following day or apply the remaining value toward a group lesson. I felt this was a very reasonable request. Unfortunately, the ski school refused both options and offered only a very small credit that would require paying another large amount of money to continue instruction. I tried to resolve the situation directly with them through email and in person, but the response from management was focused on defending their position rather than finding a reasonable solution. For a resort that markets itself as "world-class," I expected a much more customer-focused approach--especially for someone learning to ski for the first time. Beaver Creek is a beautiful place, but based on this experience I would recommend thinking carefully before booking an expensive private lesson here, particularly if you are a beginner.

Been coming to Avon on ski trips for years. Christy sports is a stop every year to check out their…read moregreat gear deal. My friends and family have rented for years. This year after ski day one I realized my foot was extremely uncomfortable. (Old dude with a bunion that's getting worse) I stopped in at Christy and Joe the boot specialist was super. He offered to punch out my boot while I waited but also let me try on some new boots for comparison. We decided to punch out my shell and after a short wait to let it cool off after heated adjustment I was back on the slopes. World class service without high pressure sales.

What a place to find pros that can help fit a very difficult foot with new ski boots. Having gone…read morethrough many new boot experiences over the past 60 yrs of skiing, I usually dread the new boot experience. Head to Christy Sports in Avon. I really wan prepared to spend hours and hours of pain, reheating, pain with a new boot. Leave it to the team at Christy's. I walked out in less than an hour with a customized fit using off the shelf boots. What a day!!!

I had a blast here at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. This is a beautiful place to visit that is an…read moreexcellent spot for hiking, biking and skiing. I have been skiing my whole life and have had Crested Butte on my list to ski for some time. I am glad that I finally made my way over here to ski their slopes. Crested Butte Mountain Resort is owned and operated by Vail Resorts. My buddy and I have Epic Passes and chose to ski here this past winter. This resort is geared toward intermediate to expert skiers as there are lots of blue and black runs. Overall, we had good snow and a fun weekend. We started our day off by taking Red Lady Express Lift from Base Area. We spent a lot of our time hitting the intermediate runs off of Paradise Express Lift. We eventually hit some black runs off of Silver Queen Express Lift. We didn't do it, but Rambo run is the steepest tree-defined ski trail in North America with a 55-degree pitch. That run looks insane. Crested Butte Mountain Resort opened in 1960. We stayed in town near the base of the resort and had a lot of fun. We were able to walk to the lift from our hotel. Crested Butte is a former coal mining town that is a popular tourist destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Mount Crested Butte is in the heart of the Elk Mountains and sits over 9,000 feet above sea level. The town is named after its iconic 12,168-foot mountain peak. You can see the peak while you ski from almost anywhere on the mountain.

Crested Butte Resort is an awesome skiing destination. It is set up well and relatively easy to…read morenavigate around the entire resort from the Front Side (the Base Camp area) to the lifts/terrain on the back side (Paradise Express, East River, Teocalli) as well as the Ten Peaks area! Approximately 40% of skiing trails are marked as Double Black Diamond Extreme, so if you're looking for the most challenging terrain, then this is the place for you! But even if you're not an "advanced expert," then there are still plenty of runs that you can take it easy on... or that will push you to keep on learning and getting better! Of all the Vail Resorts, I feel like the Crested Butte team was the friendliest and most welcoming. Definitely try to plan your trip to Crested Butte for when they're getting some fresh powder, as most of the runs will be even more enjoyable! *****FIVE STARS*****

A wonderful resource for the Aspen community to learn about open space, waterways and high mountain…read moremeadows. The staff is abundantly helpful in understanding the intricacies of all the little birdies who inhabit the heavenly reaches of the higher elevations.

This is the best environment center in the country in my opinion. They offered tons of adult and…read morechildren activities, very friendly staff and beautiful location. It is so close to town and yet feels so remote and quiet. We were here during the Holiday season and we took the silent night tour meditation, it was wonderful. When we used to lived in the valley, my son and his classmates used to come to this place for school trip and they loved it! Thank you ACES, we will definitely will comeback for more.