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Copper Mountain and Eldora Announce Operating Plans for the 2020-21 Season

In the wake of continued COVID restrictions, Colorado’s Copper and Eldora ski resorts announced plans for the upcoming winter today. Both mountains will require parking reservations, but the details are still unclear.

Telluride Releases 2020-21 Season Passes with No COVID Protections

Several months after most competitors, southwest Colorado’s Telluride ski area has finally put their season pass up for sale. Even with the optional pass insurance, it comes with no COVID-19 protections.

Jackson Hole Adding Bootpack to Rendezvous Peak, Details Additional Operational Plans

Jackson Hole provided additional information on 2020-21 season operations today. Guests will be able to hike to Rendezvous Peak on account of tram restrictions, and passholders will not need to make reservations.

Killington Announces Operating Plans for the 2020-21 Season

In the wake of continued COVID restrictions, Killington announced its plans for the upcoming winter today. Visitors will need to reserve parking in advance, and indoor facilities will only offer limited services.

Arapahoe Basin Releases 2020-21 Season Details, Will Not Require Reservations

On the heels of recent announcements from multiple other resorts, Arapahoe Basin announced their operating plans for the 2020-21 season today. Passholders will not need to make reservations, but the resort will cap parking capacity if need be.

Alterra Releases 2020-21 Lift Ticket and Ikon Pass Reservation Policies (Many Resorts Don’t Require One)

Alterra released their initial ticket and pass policies for the upcoming winter today. Many Ikon resorts, including the overwhelming majority of unlimited destinations, will not require reservations. However, multi-day pass products for Alterra-owned mountains will be severely limited.

Dodge Ridge

The closest ski area to the Bay Area offers lower traffic than Tahoe, but it’s hurt by limited snowmaking and outdated lift infrastructure.

China Peak

While it’s no substitute for a true destination ski resort, this Central California mountain offers admirable terrain variety within a convenient driving distance of Fresno.

Bear Valley

This Northern California resort has interesting terrain for skiers and riders of all ability levels as well as a unique and isolated feel, but it lacks the infrastructure to fully compete with the best resorts in the state.