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Loveland Ski Area Ski Resort

Loveland Ski Area

Projected Opening: Nov 06
Projected Closing: May 09
Lifts: 10
Skiable Terrain: 1,800 ac
Base: 10,800'
Summit: 13,010'
Vertical Drop: 2,210'
Average Snowfall: 310"

Snowfall

310"

Annual Snowfall

Nov37"
Dec55"
Jan56"
Feb50"
Mar54"
Apr53"

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Known as one of Colorado’s highest ski areas with a summit of 13,010 feet, and one of the first resorts to open every season, Loveland Ski Area sits on the east side of the Eisenhower Tunnel and crosses the Continental Divide. With two base areas, Loveland Valley and Loveland Basin, skiers and riders have access to 1,800 acres with an additional 100 acres of hike-to terrain. Averaging more than 380 inches of snowfall annually, 94 trails offering everything from groomers to frees to big open bowls off the Ridge. Loveland offers lift service to 12,700 feet with free snowcat skiing along the Continental Divide and now offers group Snowcat Tours off the North side of the Ridge.

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Important Dates

Projected opening date
Nov 06, 2026
Projected closing date
May 09, 2027
Projected Days Open
198
Days Open Last Year
205
Years Open
89
Average Snowfall
310"

Terrain

Longest Run

2 mi

Skiable Terrain

1,800 ac

Snow Making

240 ac

Lifts

High Speed Quads

Quad Chairs

Triple Chairs

Double Chairs

Surface Lifts

Inside Scoop

Wide range of amenities and services for skiers and riders of all abilities. Lessons, rentals, sport shops, adventure center, childcare for children 12 months-12 years.

Reviews

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I am a fairly new skier but hit around a dozen resorts this year. Loveland is my favorite. It's actually big and has a great mix of runs, especially up top at numerous bowls and open areas. The scenery is fantastic, and it's basically an hour and fifteen minutes from the airport. Lift lines were…

John D

May 21, 2024