Colorado, United States

Copper Mountain Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early November

Season dates, 140 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

12,313ft

Peak Elevation

2,601ft

Vertical Drop

140

Trails

305"

Annual Snow

Overview

Copper Mountain is a ski resort in Colorado, United States, with an elevation range from 9,712ft (2960m) to 12,313ft (3753m). The vertical drop is 2,601ft (793m) across 140 trails served by 24 lifts and 2,465 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Denver International (DEN), about 90 minutes away by car. Copper Mountain receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early November to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Early NovemberCloses: Late April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

80cm(31in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Copper Mountain's snowiest peak-season month.

305"

Annual Snowfall

(775cm)

-7°C

January Avg High

-17°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 15% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

305"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

140

Total Trails

Lifts

2,465

Skiable Acres

2,601ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

21%

Beginner: 29 trails

25%

Intermediate: 35 trails

36%

Advanced: 50 trails

18%

Expert: 25 trails

21%Beginner (29)

25%Intermediate (35)

36%Advanced (50)

18%Expert (25)

Copper Mountain has 140 trails: 21% green, 25% blue, 36% black, and 18% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 54% of the terrain at Copper Mountain.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

2,601ft

Vertical Drop

793m

(2,601ft)

Elevation Profile

12,313ft

Peak

9,712ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$182

avg/day

$199

Jan

$199

Feb

$179

Mar

$149

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$159

Nov

$209

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($149)

Best Month to Visit Copper Mountain

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

80cm

Low

$199/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Copper Mountain, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 80cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

60cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$209

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 Copper Mountain.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$179

per day

Season Pass

$879

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. Copper Mountain is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Copper Mountain

Nearest Airport

Denver International (DEN)

Approx. 90 min drive

Location

Colorado, United States 🇺🇸

39.5025°N, 106.1511°W

The drive from Denver International to Copper Mountain takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Copper Mountain open for the season?

Copper Mountain typically opens in Early November and closes in Late 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 Copper Mountain?

A day lift pass at Copper Mountain starts at $179 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Copper Mountain good for beginners?

Copper Mountain has 21% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Copper Mountain get per year?

Copper Mountain receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 15% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Copper Mountain?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Copper Mountain in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 80cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

140

Total Trails

Lifts

2,465

Skiable Acres

2,601ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

21%

Beginner: 29 trails

25%

Intermediate: 35 trails

36%

Advanced: 50 trails

18%

Expert: 25 trails

21%Beginner (29)

25%Intermediate (35)

36%Advanced (50)

18%Expert (25)

Copper Mountain has 140 trails: 21% green, 25% blue, 36% black, and 18% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 54% of the terrain at Copper Mountain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Copper Mountain open for the season?

Copper Mountain typically opens in Early November and closes in Late 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 Copper Mountain?

A day lift pass at Copper Mountain starts at $179 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Copper Mountain good for beginners?

Copper Mountain has 21% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Copper Mountain get per year?

Copper Mountain receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 15% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Copper Mountain?