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View of the Palisades from upper Headwall at Palisades Tahoe.
United States · California

Palisades Tahoe

Palisades and Alpine: two mountains best explored by sector, with options from first lessons to expert terrain.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
A rocky slope and snow-covered trees at Mammoth Mountain.
United States · California

Mammoth Mountain

A mountain with several bases. Choosing where to start simplifies lessons, rentals and the return to your accommodation.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Breckenridge beside Peaks 8 and 9, Colorado.
United States · Colorado

Breckenridge

Five connected peaks and a town with a life of its own. Your choice of base matters as much as your accommodation: Peak 9 puts you closer to Main Street; Peak 8 brings together services and access to the high mountain.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Panoramic view of Vail's slopes and village.
United States · Colorado

Vail

An extensive mountain with three bases and large back-side areas. Particularly appealing if you enjoy exploring varied terrain and planning connections.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Skiers on the slopes of Beaver Creek, Colorado.
United States · Colorado

Beaver Creek

A good base for groups combining learning and advanced skiing, with easy areas at altitude too and accommodation spread across several villages.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Elk Camp Gondola and the Snowmass base, Colorado.
United States · Colorado

Snowmass

A large mountain with runs for building skills, challenging areas and a base suited to a stay of several days. Distinguish Snowmass Village from the town of Aspen when booking.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Beginner slopes at Park City Mountain, Utah.
United States · Utah

Park City

A very large ski area with two main bases: Park City Mountain Village and Canyons Village. Choosing an initial area avoids spending your first hours making connections.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
View of Lake Tahoe from Heavenly's slopes.
United States · California / Nevada

Heavenly

Skiing above Lake Tahoe with access from California and Nevada. The views accompany a mountain where travel between bases deserves as much attention as the runs.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Slopes at Northstar California Resort.
United States · California

Northstar

A base with services grouped together and a mountain particularly useful for those who want to improve on marked runs. Backside and Lookout add options for more experienced visitors.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
View from Winter Park's Mary Jane sector, Colorado.
United States · Colorado

Winter Park

Two bases with distinct personalities: Winter Park makes learning and services convenient; Mary Jane attracts those looking for moguls and trees.

Editorial guide · Identified photo
Photo of Aspen Highlands. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · Colorado

Aspen Highlands

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Wolf Creek Ski Area. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · Colorado

Wolf Creek Ski Area

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Copper Mountain. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · Colorado

Copper Mountain

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Cranmore Mountain Resort. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · New Hampshire

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Pine Creek Ski Area. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · Wyoming

Pine Creek Ski Area

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Wildcat Mountain. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · New Hampshire

Wildcat Mountain

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo
Photo of Snow Valley Mountain Resort. Image from Wikimedia Commons.
United States · California

Snow Valley Mountain Resort

Location, nearby airports, maps, and sources to prepare your visit.

Atlas entry · partial coverage · Identified photo

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