Lift Projects

Arapahoe Basin Applies to Replace Lenawee Triple and Enhance On-Mountain Facilities

Last week, Arapahoe Basin submitted an application to the USFS to proceed with several resort upgrades. The proposal calls for replacing the existing Lenawee triple chair with a high-speed lift, constructing a warming hut alongside the upper-mountain Lenawee Parks trail, and constructing a food service building adjacent to the mid-mountain Black Mountain Lodge.

Okemo Foregoes Spring Skiing Ops, Begins Construction on 2021-22 Lift Projects

Okemo’s last operating day for the 2020-21 season was yesterday. The resort forewent spring skiing operations this season to facilitate the quick installation of two new chairlifts for next winter.

Alterra Capital Plan Confirms Squaw/Alpine Gondola and Major Steamboat Projects for 2021-22

Earlier this week, Alterra announced $207 million in major capital investments for its Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows, Steamboat, Deer Valley, and Mammoth resorts.

Squaw Alpine’s Gondola Looks to Be on Track for Winter 2022. Here Are Our Initial Thoughts on the Project.

Alterra has released several details that offer clues about what to expect for the new Squaw Alpine gondola. Based on what we know so far, we’ve compiled a list of potential pros and cons that the project may bring.

Okemo Green Ridge Triple Replacement to Be Called Evergreen Summit Express

Okemo has released the official names for its two new lifts set to start operating for the 2021-22 season. The new installations should provide faster ride times and crowd relief across key areas.

Copper Submits Plan to Replace Lumberjack Lift with High-Speed Quad

Following three installations within the past three seasons, another lift upgrade at Colorado’s Copper Mountain could be in the works. The resort recently submitted a plan to the USFS to replace its Lumberjack lift, a 40-year-old triple chair that serves beginner areas.