Winter Park Ski Area

The alpine ski resort of Winter Park has been in business since 1939. The resort was run by the City of Denver until 2002, when a partnership was formed with a Canadian corporation in Vancouver, British Columbia, and they took over the operation at that time. Over the decades, many Colorado residents enjoyed learning how to ski and snowboard in this extremely beautiful area. The city of Winter Park is located a short distance away and skiers could access the base area of the ski resort through the Moffatt Tunnel via the Ski Train which operated until the spring of 2009. The train runs from Union Station in Denver to the WP resort and back, and plans are in effect to reopen the Ski Train as early as winter 2009. The famous Mary Jane is one of three mountain peaks in the area and is known for the moguls, tree skiing and difficult terrain. In addition to being close by Denver, and extremely popular, Winter Park is very proud of the fact that they receive more annual snowfall than any other ski area in Colorado. December through March typically sees the most accumulation of snow, and spring skiing in the Colorado mountains is a favorite of many. From beginners to advanced and professionals, Winter Park is a wonderful place to enjoy alpine skiing!

More Resort Facts

Nearest Town: Winter Park, Colorado
Base Elevation: 9,000 feet (2,700 m)	Top Elevation: 12,060 feet (3,680 m)
Latitude: 39.886944	Longitude: -105.7625

Total Runs: 134
9% Beginner	34% Intermediate	57% Advanced	0% Expert

Terrain Parks: 5

Starter Park, Kendrick, Dog Patch, Rail Yard, Dark Territory

Total Lifts: 26

26 lifts including 2 high-speed six-packs, 7 high-speed express quads, 5 triples, 7 double chairlifts, 3 surface lifts and two conveyors provide an uphill capacity of 36,920 riders per hour.

Average Snowfall: 349 inches/year	Snowmaking: 26 trails covering 299 acres

The new Winter Park Resort Village is located at the base of the mountain and features pedestrian-only brick and cobblestone main streets that are home to shops, restaurants, studios and galleries. It is surrounded by mountain lodges, homes, condominiums and exceptional mountain views. A local motto is: “It’s a place where locals feel at home and where visitors feel like locals”. A trip to the Village gives you so much to choose from, and all the family fun you can handle. Your kids will enjoy finding their way through a maze, tumbling and playing in the gyroscope ball, bouncing and flipping in the harness of the giant trampoline and playing miniature golf during the warmer months, just to name a few activities. If you are a mountain biker, in the spring and summer months you can take the bike up the mountain in the ski lift and ride the trails down. If you want to ride one of the longest alpine slides in North America, it’s there too. The Village is easily accessible both by driving in, or by riding down from the upper parking area at The Vintage Hotel, in the open air Cabriolet gondola.

“The freeride scene at Winter Park Resort continues to push the progressive envelope with five levels of terrain parks. Rail Yard, Winter Park’s advanced terrain park, continues on its quest to impress, recently taking home three Top 10 rankings in Transworld Magazine’s resort rankings for Best Park (tie for 4th), Best Overall Resort (8), and Best Pipe (10). Last season’s addition of Dark Territory, Rail Yard’s limited access area, also continues to evolve with more unique features. Dog Patch, located on the east side of the Eskimo Express, offers skiers and riders an intermediate park system ideal for perfecting skills. Dog Patch East, Winter Park’s latest addition to the freeride family, is located just east of the original Dog Patch, and will offer a variety of non-traditional jib features for skiers and riders. Starter Park, located below Snoasis, is for the beginner jibber and features small rails perfect for those first attempts at rail sliding.”

There is a lot of fun waiting for you in Winter Park, and the beauty of the Colorado mountains can’t be beat! The Winter Park ski season is a wonderful time to bring the family and enjoy all this resort has to offer. There are so many activities to enjoy, from guided tours of the mountain on skis or snowshoe, or even in an Arctic Cat, to friendly competition with your friends in a Nastar race. In any season, for any reason – come visit the Village at Winter Park and you’ll be sure to come back!

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Lift Ticket Information

Adult (13 and Up)	Two Day	Three Day	Four Day	Five Day	Six Day	Seven Day
Early 11/18/09 – 11/25/09	$116	$174	$219	$274	$329	$383
Pre-Holiday 11/26/09 – 12/18/09	$134	$201	$239	$299	$359	$418
Holiday 12/19/09 – 1/3/10	$168	$252	$328	$410	$492	$574
Regular 1/4/10 – 2/12/10 and 3/29/10 – 4/11/10	$152	$222	$239	$299	$359	$418
Early Spring 2/13/10 – 3/12/10	$154	$222	$239	$299	$359	$418
Spring Break 3/13/10 – 3/28/10	$156	$225	$239	$299	$359	$418
Late 4/12/10 – 4/18/10	$116	$174	$219	$274	$329	$383
Child (Age 6-12) (Age 5 & under ski free)	Two Day	Three Day	Four Day	Five Day	Six Day	Seven Day
Early 11/18/09 – 11/25/09	$62	$93	$124	$155	$186	$217
Pre-Holiday 11/26/09 – 12/18/09	$72	$108	$144	$180	$216	$252
Holiday 12/19/09 – 1/3/10	$84	$126	$168	$210	$252	$294
Regular 1/4/10 – 2/12/10 and 3/29/10 – 4/11/10	$68	$102	$136	$170	$204	$238
Early Spring 2/13/10 – 3/12/10	$72	$108	$144	$180	$216	$252
Spring Break 3/13/10 – 3/28/10	$78	$117	$156	$195	$234	$273
Late 4/12/10 – 4/18/10	$62	$93	$124	$155	$186	$217

Prices subject to change without notice. The dates indicated are for the dates the lift tickets will be used, and are consecutive (for example, a 3 day lift ticket is good for the next 3 out of 4 days from the specified starting date). Senior lift tickets are available at the lift ticket windows.

Resort Activities

Family Ice Skating – “Imagine ice skating under the shadow of the dramatic peaks of the Continental Divide. The new outdoor Village Ice Rink, located in the heart of the Village at Winter Park, is open from 10am-10pm daily during the ski season as conditions permit. Skate rentals of all sizes are conveniently located in the adjacent Winter Park Resort Rentals. Ask about family and group skate rental discounts.”

Evening Snow Cycle Tours – “Starting December 18, 2009 every Friday and Saturday night from 6-9pm, we’re breaking out the snow-cycles, donning head lamps and heading out on the hill for an exhilarating three hours of night time snow fun. It’s the perfect activity to see the mountain in a whole different light (pun intended). Snow-cycle tours not eligible for 10% advanced reservation discount. Tours are three hours and include instruction, a guide and use of a snow-cycle. Beginner and intermediate level tours are available.”

Scenic Chair Lift Rides – “Now there is a way for Winter Park visitors to experience the majestic beauty of the Colorado Rockies without skis or snowboards. Hop on the Zephyr Express Chairlift after 11am daily and enjoy a scenic ride up to The Lodge at Sunspot for lunch. A 12-15 minute Zephyr Express chairlift ride will whisk you from the base area altitude of 9,000′ elevation to the breathtaking Sunspot Summit at 10,700′. Just imagine, now you non-skiers can take in the Colorado Rockies and meet the rest of your skiing and riding buddies for lunch at The Lodge at Sunspot! Wear warm clothes, appropriate snow footwear, hat, gloves and eye protection – and make sure to bring your camera!”

Scenic Snow Cat Tours – “Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Winter Park mountain in a heated 13 passenger snowcat. Two-hour tours depart daily at 10:00am, 12:00pm and 2:00pm. This loop tour travels across beginner, intermediate, and expert trails, making several stops along the way for photos.”

Guided Snow Shoe Tours – “Try something different! This relaxing walk through the backcountry is perfect for non-skiers and first time snowshoers. The tour route travels off-the-beaten-path along wildlife game trails and summer mountain biking trails. Learn more about native plants and animals and enjoy the peaceful quiet of the forest. Tours include use of Redfeather snowshoes and a one-time lift pass on Gemini Express and a knowledgeable tour guide to lead your way.”

Nastar Racing – “The NASTAR race course is a dual race course where skiers and riders can race side-by-side against friends and family or against the clock. The course is set on Lower Cranmer, just above Snoasis, making the race course accessible to all skiers and riders at an intermediate level or better. Groups of any size and nearly any skill level can enjoy a fun and spirited competition catered to their needs. Ski clubs and councils, business retreats, family reunions, school ski trips, and other groups should give our NASTAR race course a try. Using a pacesetting system, participants can compare their results to other racers of all ages and abilities from across the country as well as with members of the U.S. Ski Team.”

Guided Mountain Tours – “Winter Park’s Hosts offer free mountain orientation tours daily at 10:00am or 1:00pm. Tours are offered daily from mid-December through the beginning of April, snow conditions and terrain opening permitting. All guests must meet and sign-up at the Sunspot Map Kiosk, at the top of the Zephyr Express chairlift, at least 15 minutes prior to tour departure. Tour group size may be limited based on guide availability. Tours are offered on intermediate terrain for skiers and riders. All participants must be intermediate level or better. Guests will be placed into the appropriate tour based on their skiing or riding ability. Children are welcome, only if accompanied by an adult guardian. Tours are a great way to see our mountain, to learn how to get around and find the locals’ favorite places. Tours last a maximum of 2 hours.”

Helmet Cam Rental – “Want to take home a DVD of your experience at Winter Park Resort? Ski and Ride School now has helmet cams for daily rental or for use as a training tool during a lesson. Remember what your every turn was like as seen through the eyes of a camera strapped to your goggles or have an instructor follow you and get a close-up look at your form. Stop by the private lesson desk or call 970.726.1554 for details.”