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🇺🇸

Colorado, United States

Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 362 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

12,510ft

Peak Elevation

4,406ft

Vertical Drop

362

Trails

300"

Annual Snow

Overview

Aspen Snowmass is a ski resort in Colorado, United States, with an elevation range from 8,104ft (2470m) to 12,510ft (3813m). The vertical drop is 4,406ft (1343m) across 362 trails served by 43 lifts and 5,527 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Aspen/Pitkin County (ASE), about 10 minutes away by car. Aspen Snowmass receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Mid April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

75cm(30in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Aspen Snowmass's snowiest peak-season month.

300"

Annual Snowfall

(762cm)

-5°C

January Avg High

-15°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 12% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

300"

annual avg

75
Jan
70
Feb
65
Mar
25
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
25
Nov
60
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

362

Total Trails

43

Lifts

5,527

Skiable Acres

4,406ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

21%
Beginner: 76 trails
28%
Intermediate: 101 trails
29%
Advanced: 105 trails
22%
Expert: 80 trails
21%Beginner (76)
28%Intermediate (101)
29%Advanced (105)
22%Expert (80)

Aspen Snowmass has 362 trails: 21% green, 28% blue, 29% black, and 22% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 51% of the terrain at Aspen Snowmass.

Lift System & Elevation

43

Total Lifts

4,406ft

Vertical Drop

1,343m

(4,406ft)

Elevation Profile

12,510ft

Peak

8,104ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$239

avg/day

$249
Jan
$259
Feb
$239
Mar
$199
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$209
Nov
$279
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($199)

Best Month to Visit Aspen Snowmass

Top Pick

January

Solid snowPeak conditions
63
score
75cm
Moderate
$249/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Aspen Snowmass, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 75cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

70cm snow, high crowds, $259/day.

Best Value

April

$199/day, 25cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

75cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$249

day pass

February

Peak Season

70cm

snowfall

-3°/-13°

high/low °C

crowds

$259

day pass

March

Open

65cm

snowfall

2°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$239

day pass

April

Late Season

25cm

snowfall

7°/-2°

high/low °C

crowds

$199

day pass

November

Early Season

25cm

snowfall

1°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$209

day pass

December

Open

60cm

snowfall

-3°/-13°

high/low °C

crowds

$279

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Aspen Snowmass.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$229

per day

Season Pass

$2,599

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Aspen Snowmass is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Aspen Snowmass

Nearest Airport

Aspen/Pitkin County (ASE)

Approx. 10 min drive

Location

Colorado, United States 🇺🇸

39.2084°N, 106.9498°W

Aspen Snowmass is within an hour's drive of Aspen/Pitkin County.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Aspen Snowmass open for the season?
Aspen Snowmass typically opens in Late November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Aspen Snowmass?
A day lift pass at Aspen Snowmass starts at $229 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Aspen Snowmass good for beginners?
Aspen Snowmass has 21% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Aspen Snowmass get per year?
Aspen Snowmass receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 12% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Aspen Snowmass?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Aspen Snowmass in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 75cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
8,104 - 12,510ft
Vertical Drop
4,406ft (1343m)
Trails
362
Lifts
43
Skiable Acres
5,527
Annual Snowfall
300" (762cm)
Season
Late November - Mid April
Day Pass
$229
Nearest Airport
ASE (10min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprNovDec

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