Colorado, United States

Keystone Ski Resort

Typically opens in ~72 daysLate October

Season dates, 128 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

12,408ft

Peak Elevation

3,128ft

Vertical Drop

128

Trails

235"

Annual Snow

Overview

Keystone is a ski resort in Colorado, United States, with an elevation range from 9,280ft (2829m) to 12,408ft (3782m). The vertical drop is 3,128ft (953m) across 128 trails served by 20 lifts and 3,148 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Denver International (DEN), about 95 minutes away by car. Keystone receives an average of 235 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late October to Early May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late OctoberCloses: Early May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

60cm(24in)Heavy

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

235"

Annual Snowfall

(597cm)

-7°C

January Avg High

-17°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 43% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

235"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

128

Total Trails

Lifts

3,148

Skiable Acres

3,128ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

12%

Beginner: 15 trails

34%

Intermediate: 44 trails

30%

Advanced: 38 trails

24%

Expert: 31 trails

12%Beginner (15)

34%Intermediate (44)

30%Advanced (38)

24%Expert (31)

Keystone has 128 trails: 12% green, 34% blue, 30% black, and 24% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 54% of the terrain at Keystone.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,128ft

Vertical Drop

953m

(3,128ft)

Elevation Profile

12,408ft

Peak

9,280ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$194

avg/day

$219

Jan

$219

Feb

$199

Mar

$179

Apr

$159

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

$169

Oct

$179

Nov

$229

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($159)

Best Month to Visit Keystone

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

60cm

Low

$219/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Keystone, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 60cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

55cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$229

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 Keystone.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$199

per day

Season Pass

$879

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Epic

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

Getting to Keystone

Nearest Airport

Denver International (DEN)

Approx. 95 min drive

Location

Colorado, United States 🇺🇸

39.6049°N, 105.9497°W

The drive from Denver International to Keystone takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Keystone open for the season?

Keystone typically opens in Late October and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Keystone?

A day lift pass at Keystone starts at $199 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Keystone good for beginners?

Keystone has 12% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Keystone get per year?

Keystone receives an average of 235 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 43% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Keystone?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Keystone in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 60cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

128

Total Trails

Lifts

3,148

Skiable Acres

3,128ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

12%

Beginner: 15 trails

34%

Intermediate: 44 trails

30%

Advanced: 38 trails

24%

Expert: 31 trails

12%Beginner (15)

34%Intermediate (44)

30%Advanced (38)

24%Expert (31)

Keystone has 128 trails: 12% green, 34% blue, 30% black, and 24% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 54% of the terrain at Keystone.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Keystone open for the season?

Keystone typically opens in Late October and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Keystone?

A day lift pass at Keystone starts at $199 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Keystone good for beginners?

Keystone has 12% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Keystone get per year?

Keystone receives an average of 235 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 43% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Keystone?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Keystone in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 60cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.