Springtime in the Rockies: Independence Pass reopened Thursday afternoon — just in time for the reopening of Aspen Mountain for a few more days of skiing. That makes for a perfect, last-second Colorado road trip. See and ski! The resort — with 120 acres of terrain for skiing and riding…
An E.M. Forster quote comes to mind when I think about why so many people live in Denver: “What is the good of your stars and trees, your sunrise and the wind, if they do not enter into our daily lives?” The beauty that Colorado offers is endless, a photographer’s…
Although Crested Butte and Telluride both closed this past weekend, several other resorts have extended their season — and are offering spring ski deals, some tied to the sale of next year’s passes. In addition to April extensions, Loveland Basin, Mary Jane and Arapahoe Basin are all planning to stay open…
When the weather warms up enough to walk around Denver without a coat, it spurs thoughts of hopping on the mountain bike and getting in some early-season riding. The question: Where to go? No self-respecting mountain biker wants to muck up the trails for the rest of the season —…
Talk about the white stuff: A snowy season in the high country means there will be plenty of great skiing throughout the state in March, and plenty of great events to go along with that snow. Keep reading for our calendar of events: It’s all downhill from here! March 4-6:…
The snow that just hit the high country is ridiculous. Even better, it graced just about every mountain in just about region of the state — meaning there is plenty of pow out there to take advantage of. There are also plenty of events at Colorado’s ski resorts. Here’s what…
Colorado’s favorite madam is turning forty this weekend, with an all-day birthday bash on Saturday, January 30. After four decades of skiers and snowboarders racing down her bumpy terrain, Winter Park’s Mary Jane will be celebrating in style — ‘70s glam style, to be exact. And the fun won’t stop…
When entrepreneur Russell Hopkins isn’t tearing up local skate parks on his BMX bike or converting old Volkswagens to run on oil, you can find him at his new bike shop in Lakewood, the Container Collective, crafting bamboo bicycle frames from scratch. A Wisconsin native whose last job was teaching…
Shred Alert! Ruby Hill Rail Yard, the country’s first free urban terrain park, kicked off its tenth season this month. Every day through February, kids from all over Denver will gather at the park in the southwestern part of the city to show off their moves. Ken Hamblin was on the…
Baby, it’s cold outside – but that’s no reason to stay inside. All good Coloradans have a stockpile of winter hiking gear that will keep them warm in the great outdoors, and those stunning snow-capped views are always worth the trek, no matter the temperature. Here are our ten favorite…
JANUARY January 4-9: 31st Annual Musicfest, Steamboat. Bringing the finest Texas and Americana music to Colorado for a full week of sport and song. Eighteen bands will perform over six days in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Featuring free après-ski concerts, evening concerts and special engagements throughout the week,…
Silverton Mountain, Colorado’s highest, steepest ski area, is open. You can read about every Colorado ski resort in the Edge, our winter sports guide, as we roll it out online. Each description lays out what’s new, what the signature experience is, what to splurge on, how to go cheap and,…
Located 45 minutes east of Grand Junction, Powderhorn is Colorado’s westernmost ski area, and so far this season, conditions there have reportedly been great. You can read about every Colorado ski resort in the Edge, our winter sports guide, as we roll it out online. Each description lays out what’s…
Ski Granby Ranch opens today with a limited amount of terrain. The resort is hosting a holiday food drive in conjunction with its opening called Carve Away Hunger. If you bring three food items, you will receive a discounted all-day lift ticket. You can read about every Colorado ski resort in…
Located just a few miles from Leadville, Ski Cooper is a little different from other resorts in that it is small, family focused spot and mostly affordable, with just as much terrain for beginners as for other skiers. Although the mountain has been open for a handful of days already,…
You can read about every Colorado ski resort in the Edge, our winter sports guide, as we roll it out online. Each description lays out what’s new, what the signature experience is, what to splurge on, how to go cheap and, of course, what to drink. Opening December 11 SUNLIGHT…
Aspen Mountain and Snowmass opened for the season in November, and now its time for their neighbors, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk to crank up the lifts. At Highlands, you’ll find more than 700 acres of terrain, or about 70 percent of the mountain. At Buttermilk, there will be morning treats…
Chilly days are here to stay, so there’s no better time to check out Colorado’s many hot springs, including the ones on our recent list of ten great hot springs. Iron Mountain Hot Springs is the newest spot on that list; though the earthy, warm water source is obviously not fresh on…
It’s here. The winter snow sports season has arrived. Most of the resorts are open — with the rest making plans for this month. But there is already plenty to do out there. You can read about what’s new at each resort in the Edge, our winter sports guide, which…
Beaver Creek Resort opened up on Wednesday with more than 720 acres of terrain — “the most terrain offered on opening day since 2002,” the resort says. “Season to date, the resort has already received more than 50 inches of natural snowfall and has benefited from ideal snowmaking conditions in…
Telluride Ski Resort officially opens today, Thanksgiving, at 9 a.m. with the Village Express, Polar Queen Express and Apex lifts all running. “See Forever and the 4,5,6 Loop will remain closed while snowmaking operations continue, so all skiers and riders will need to exit Lift 6 and Lift 5 via…
Crested Butte opens today — and once again the resort is letting people ski free for the day. To get your free ticket, stop by the main ticket office at the Adventure Center. There will be a champagne toast at 9 a.m., which is also when the first chair heads…
