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Aerial View of Copper Mountain with views of the village, slopes and halfpipe

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Copper Mountain: A Complete Guide to Colorado’s Best Ski Resort for Skill Progression

Just 75 miles west of Denver, Copper Mountain Ski Resort is one of the best ski resorts near Denver. Copper Mountain stands out by offering quality terrain for every level.…

Michael H March 6, 2025Colorado, Denver Area, Extreme Terrain, Great for Beginners, Powder Hound, Rockies, Terrain Park

Arapahoe Basin Ski resort chutes covered in snow

Arapahoe Basin Denver Area IKON

Arapahoe Basin, Colorado – A Complete Guide to Low Crowds, Steep Runs, and Legendary Vibes

If you’re a looking for expert mountain terrain than, Arapahoe Basin or A-Basin, needs to be on your radar. In Colorado’s Summit County, just 68 miles west of Denver, this…

Michael H February 18, 2025Colorado, Denver Area, Extreme Terrain, Low Crowds, Powder Hound, Rockies

Fantasy ridge expert terrain and chutes at Solitude Mountain

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Solitude Mountain Resort, Utah – A Complete Guide to Utah’s Most Underrated Playground

Solitude Mountain Resort, tucked away in Big Cottonwood Canyon is an often overlooked resort. Solitude is perfect for advanced skiers and powder enthusiasts looking to explore a unique mountain and…

Michael H January 9, 2025Extreme Terrain, Group Ski Trips, Low Crowds, Powder Hound, Rockies, Salt Lake City, Terrain Park, Utah

Alta Ski Area, the crux of the high traverse photo courtesy of Alta Peruvian Lodge

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Alta Ski Area, Utah: Everything You Need to Know About The Ultimate Ski-Only Resort

Alta Ski Area is a legendary destination with over 500" of the The Greatest Snow on Earth®, challenging terrain, and distinctive ski-only policy. In Utah’s picturesque Little Cottonwood Canyon, which…

Michael H December 30, 2024Alta, Extreme Terrain, Powder Hound, Rockies, Salt Lake City, Utah

Snowbird Resort Photo of Mineral Basin with some tracks on untouched powder

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Snowbird Ski Resort, Utah – A Comprehensive Guide to World Class Terrain & Snow

Snowbird, Utah should be your first pick if you are a Powder Hound planning a Utah ski trip. This is where you will find the largest vertical drop in the…

Michael H December 28, 2024Extreme Terrain, Powder Hound, Rockies, Salt Lake City, Snowbird, Utah

Powderhounds Big Sky Resort Family Friendly

Big Sky Resort, Montana – Everything You Need to Know for an Epic Ski Trip

Big Sky Resort is BIG. Over 5800 acres big. This is one of the largest ski areas in North America with a range of trails catering to every skill level,…

Michael H December 19, 2024Big Sky, Extreme Terrain, Family Friendly, Group Ski Trips, Luxury, Montana, Northern Rockies, Powder Hound, Rockies

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Jackson Hole Ski Resort, Wyoming – A Complete Guide to the Best of the Tetons

Combine over 450 inches of snow, over 4100 feet of vertical, National Park scenery, and top notch ski infrastructure to get Jackson Hole Ski Resort. This place is an expert's…

Michael H December 16, 2024Central Rockies, Extreme Terrain, Jackson Hole, Powder Hound, Rockies, Wyoming

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Crested Butte Ski Resort, Colorado – A Full Guide to Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town

Crested Butte Ski Resort is known for the "most lift-served double black diamond terrain in North America", generous snowfall, and a laid-back atmosphere and called "The Last Great Colorado Ski…

Michael H December 12, 2024Central Rockies, Colorado, Extreme Terrain, Rockies, Unique Town

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Revelstoke Mountain Resort – Powder Hunter’s Galore

If fresh snow, steep lines, and endless terrain are your obsession, Revelstoke is your destination. This mountain is STEEP and the powder is DEEP. Averaging over 34 feet of snow…

Michael H November 29, 2024Canada, Canadian Rockies, Extreme Terrain, Powder Highway, Revelstoke