Epic vs. Ikon vs. Mountain Collective vs. Indy 2026-27: Biggest Shakeup In Years?
Now that both Vail and Alterra are announcing their updated pass products for the 2026-2027 season, it appears we’re seeing the biggest shifts in how these passes are structured since the megapass era began.
What’s New at Every Destination Ski Resort: 2025-26
Over 70 North American ski resorts are expected to bring some sort of palpable investment to the slopes this winter. And thanks to one ambitious resort, this upcoming season is home to perhaps the single-biggest investment in a single season in over four decades.
Mountain Review: Lutsen
While it may not measure up to the major resorts in other regions, those in the Upper Midwest seeking a drive-to ski destination will likely find this Minnesota ski resort a compelling option.
The Midwest Had a Historically Terrible Ski Season. What Happened?
A variety of factors caused the ski seasons in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and other Midwest states to largely end before they even began.