Ikon and Mountain Collective Passes Go Off Sale December 12th. Here’s Who Should Buy One.
If you plan on visiting certain resorts on the Ikon or Mountain Collective Passes, now is your last time to secure access at a remotely reasonable rate.
Why New Mexico Might Be The U.S.’s Most Underrated Ski State
While typically known for its deserts, New Mexico is a stunning ski destination with diverse terrain and exceptionally light snow quality.
What’s New at Every Destination Ski Resort: 2024-25
Over the past few years, ski resorts have absolutely exploded with new investments. And this upcoming season is perhaps the craziest one yet—across the North American ski scene, more than 50 major ski resorts are in for some sort of serious upgrade.
2024 Ski Resort Upgrades Ranked: Which Were Hits and Which Flopped?
We rank the major 2023-24 North American ski resort upgrades in order of their overall effectiveness, and we highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each initiative.
2024 PeakRankings Mountain Score and Rankings Adjustments: Full Changes
Dozens of mountains see score changes reflecting on-mountain improvements, while we’ve made a few category tweaks to better reflect overall resort experiences.
Ikon Pass Debuts for 2024-25 with Minimal Changes; Crystal Back to Unlimited
Despite some fears stemming from its pending acquisition by Alterra, Arapahoe Basin remains a non-unlimited partner on Ikon’s full and Base Pass products.
Skiing and the Environment: These Are the Resorts Leading the Sustainability Charge
Today’s winter sports world emits a significant carbon footprint, but several leading resorts are looking to change that.
What’s New at Every Destination Ski Resort: 2023-24
Over the past few years, ski resorts have absolutely exploded with new investments. And this upcoming season is perhaps the craziest one yet—across the North American ski scene, more than 30 major ski resorts are in for some sort of serious upgrade.
Taos Upgrading Lift 4 to Detachable Quad, Replacing Pioneer Lift
Lift infrastructure has historically been a significant Taos drawback, but these upgrades should bring about substantial improvements, especially for lower-ability visitors, at this New Mexico resort.
Alterra Debuts 2023-24 Ikon Passes With Significant Base Plus Price Increase; Taos Leaves Base Pass
The company has increased the cost of its mid-tier Base Plus Pass by more than 14% versus last season, making it a tough sell against the full Ikon Pass.