Whiteface Is Planning a New High-Speed Lift and Trails for Future Seasons. Here Are Our Initial Thoughts.
In preparation for a major 2023 competition event, New York’s Whiteface ski area is proposing a series of enhancements that have the potential to address lower-mountain crowding bottlenecks and annoying trail logistics.
Jackson Hole Rendezvous Peak Bootpack Axed for 2021-22
The bootpack to the top of Jackson Hole’s Rendezvous Bowl will not be offered this season, according to a press release put out by the resort this week. Normal capacity guidelines will return on the aerial tram.
Sierra-At-Tahoe’s West Bowl to Be Closed for 2021-22 Season, Other Openings Delayed Through at Least 2022
In late August, Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort was ravaged by the Caldor Fire, which caused extensive damage to lifts, facilities, and some terrain. With its most recent update, the resort has given a sense of just how much damage was done.
Mountain Review: Brighton
While it isn’t the biggest and can be annoying to get around, this Utah mountain offers exceptional Cottonwoods snow for a bargain—especially for families.
Steamboat Maintaining Amended Version of its Virtual Gondola Line, Removes Priest Creek Lift for 2021-22
The virtual line program for Steamboat’s gondola is returning this winter, with a few modifications based on learnings from the summer season. The Colorado resort has also removed its oldest lift.
Video Review: Deer Valley
An in-depth video review of Deer Valley Resort, a skiers-only resort located near Salt Lake City, Utah.
Mountain Review: Solitude
The modestly-sized Utah mountain packs a demanding footprint and excellent snow, but true beginner and intermediate terrain offerings are limited.
Powdr Offering Refunds to Killington, Snowbird, Copper, and Mount Bachelor Passholders Over Controversial “Fast Tracks” Program
As a result of the considerable controversy generated by the Fast Tracks program, Powdr is offering refunds to season passholders for the four impacted resorts. The program will still be implemented as planned.
Sierra-at-Tahoe Faces Uncertain 2021-22 Season after Fire Damage, Offers Passholders Refund Options
Due to extensive damage from the Caldor Fire, Sierra-at-Tahoe is unsure of how long it will take to open and how much terrain will be available this season. Pass purchasers are now able to take advantage of a few compensation options.
We’ve Adjusted our Terrain Diversity Category to Better Measure Resorts with Fewer Traditional Terrain Areas.
We’ve made a slight adjustment to our terrain diversity criteria to better reflect how typical guests spend time on the mountain. Seven resorts see score changes as a result.