Loveland

Loveland Snowcat Expansion Ready To Go, 2020/21 Operations Dependent on COVID

Earlier this month, Loveland secured approval from the USFS to provide private snowcat tours in the avalanche-mitigated, sparsely-tracked Dry Gulch area. Since the new terrain won’t require any major infrastructure projects, these tours are theoretically ready to go and could start as soon as next January.

(Expired) $249 Cooper Season Pass with Partner Days

Colorado’s Cooper Ski Area has announced heavily discounted early-bird 2020-21 season pass prices. But for those primarily interested in the cheap access to partner resorts, the pass’s assurance policy is risky.

State of Resort Season Pass Policies for the 2020-21 Season

After examining the early-season pricing and assurance differences between Epic and Ikon, we decided to do the same for standalone season pass products. Some mountains offer excellent protections, while others are risky buys.

7 Notable Lift Installations from the Past Half Decade

Over the past five years, dozens of new lifts have been installed at major mountain resorts around North America. While nearly all of these upgrades have provided mountain experience improvements over their predecessors, a few examples have especially stood out in their positive impacts.

Killington and Mount Snow Delay 2020-21 Openings, Loveland to Open Tomorrow

Abnormally warm temperatures have forced both Vermont resorts to push back their expected November 14 openings, while Loveland plans to open with one lift servicing three trails.

Several Colorado Ski Resorts Forced to Shutter Indoor Dining as COVID Cases Surge

With a substantial and alarming rise in COVID cases over the past few weeks, Colorado plans to move 15 counties into the state’s Level Red (Severe) COVID risk tier. The order goes into effect Friday, November 20 (although Summit County may receive a postponement to Sunday).

Loveland

This local Colorado ski area doesn’t deliver the same well-rounded experience as destination resorts, but it’s hard to beat the quality for the price on a powder day.