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Skiing in Vail

Skiing in Vail is Like Nothing On Earth. With more than 5,000 acres to explore, including the legendary Back Bowls and Blue Sky Basin, Vail Mountain is a skiers paradise in the true sense of the word. Nearly 200 trails are split between beginner/intermediate terrain and advanced/expert terrain - giving skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels room to explore. Rising 3,450 feet from base to summit and topping out at 11,570 feet above sea level, Vail Mountain's elevation creates epic ski conditions year after year.

The legendary Vail terrain includes:

  • Mid Mountain with it's Five Star grooming and family-friendly adventure zones,
  • Golden Peak where ski lessons in Vail are based
  • Northwoods Bowl for early morning powder, tree skiing, and expert pitches
  • Game Creek Bowl that offers bowl skiing for every ability level
  • China Bowl for wide open turns
  • Sun Up & Sun Down Bowl for the stunning panoramic views 
  • Siberia & Mongolia Bowl for ungroomed, variable terrain that powder seekers crave
  • Blue Sky Basin for sidecountry meadows and glades and views of the surrounding mountains

Vail's commitment to grooming includes increased grooming in the Back Bowls, making this amazing terrain more accessible for beginner and intermediate skiers, as well as grooming additional iconic runs for everyone to enjoy.

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Lessons:

New to skiing or interested in getting more acquainted with the mountain? Lessons with a qualified instructor are a perfect way to spend the day on Vail Mountain. Vail Resorts offers group and private lessons for children and adults. The cost of the lesson includes your lift ticket for the day!

Lift tickets:

Epic Passes are on sale now for this upcoming season. Single and multi-day lift tickets will be available for purchase online and at the ticket office as the season gets closer.

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Elevate your experience with Ski Butlers.

Relax at your accommodations while their team of knowledgeable Ski Technicians deliver your ski and snowboard rentals directly to you. With on-snow support and final day pick up, Ski Butlers is the easiest way to rent your equipment. Click the link below to receive 15% off your entire reservation or by calling 970.845.2268.

15% Off Equipment Rental Delivery

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Equipment Rentals at Ski Base

Ski Base is conveniently located in the same building as Landmark Condominiums and offers our guests 30% off rentals - grab a flyer at the Front Desk or mention that you're a Landmark at Vail guest to receive the discount.

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Cross-country Skiing

The Vail Nordic Center and McCoy Park in Beaver Creek maintain a groomed track and offers classic and skate ski equipment rentals. For a different experience, try venturing out into the wilderness with Vail's Nordic School.

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Backcountry Skiing

There are numerous independent guides that offer telemark and cross-country trips into the national forest. Start your adventure with Vail's Nordic School. Transportation to and from the lodge can be provided by various outfitters.