Colorado has 4 of the ‘Top 15’ ski resorts named best in U.S.

Travel + Leisure recently came up with a list of the ‘Top 15” ski resorts in the U.S. It should come as no surprise to us that 4 of the top 15 are right here in Colorado. Here are their Colorado choices from their article.

 Breckenridge Ski Resort, Colorado

This Colorado ski resort is made up of five different peaks, ranging in difficulty from rolling hills to steep runs that are not for the faint of heart. A good portion of the trails at Breckenridge are even above the treeline. For an adventurous day out, test out your backcountry skiing skills or try skinning your way up the mountain. For a slightly tamer experience, try a free naturalist tour on skis, where a ranger will guide you through the forest.

After a thrilling day on the mountain, hit the après-ski scene. Start at T-Bar for drinks with a view of Peak 8 or Sevens for epic views of Peak 7 before skiing over to The Maggie for live music or Cabin Juice Elevated Eatery and Bar for craft cocktails. Copper Top at Beaver Run makes a nice on-mountain option as well, while the rooftop decks at South Ridge Seafood Grill and Fatty’s Pizzeria are popular spots back in town.

Telluride Ski Resort

Telluride Ski Resort is one of the best ski resorts in the U.S. for those learning to ski or snowboard — nearly 60 percent of its runs are dedicated to beginners and intermediates. And yet the mountain still offers extremely difficult terrain for the advanced among your group. Thrill seekers can try heli-skiing, where they’ll be dropped from a helicopter to explore more than 200 square miles of high alpine basins, cirques, and summits. You don’t need skis or a snowboard to continue to get your adrenaline fix: try out a guided ice climbing tour or a snowmobile tour for extra adventure points.

Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort, Colorado

This popular Colorado ski resort is famous for its celebrity guests, glamorous atmosphere, vibrant culinary scene, and more than 5,300 acres of skiable terrain. The resort’s four mountains — Aspen, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk — offer everything from easy bunny slopes to runs that will really test your skills and endurance. Later, rest your legs and have a drink at a high-end après ski bar. Then, head to Ullr Nights, a festive event, or if your adrenaline is still flowing strong, take on the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster. End your night with some s’mores and hot chocolate by the bonfire.

Vail Ski Resort, Colorado

With 5,317 acres of skiable terrain, Vail is the third-largest skiing resort in the U.S. More than half of the terrain is suited to advanced skiers and snowboarders, while 29 percent is geared toward those at the intermediate level, and the remaining 18 percent is beginner-friendly. Take a break from the resort’s slopes and walk the heated cobblestone streets of the village, where you’ll feel transported to the European Alps, or get your heart pumping with a ride on the Forest Flyer Mountain Coaster, where you’ll zoom 3,400 feet down the mountain.

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