Snowmass
The largest of the four Aspen mountains, offering the most family-friendly terrain and longest vertical in Colorado.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
1,352m (4,436ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
3,813m (12,510ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
2,423m (7,949ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
762cm (300in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
94
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
21
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
810ha (2,002ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
6%
Intermediate
51%
Advanced
43%
Best For
When to go
Average monthly snowfall.
Snowmass's heaviest snowfall lands in December.
- Snowfall
- peaks Dec
- Typical season
- Oct – May
Snowfall: NOAA station data (1991–2020).
Location
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