With four world-class ski resorts tucked within its boundaries, Summit County is the undisputed ski capital of the world. Colorado, in general, is known for its unique brand of light, fluffy snow and its variety of ski resorts along the Rocky Mountain chain. If you crave steep moguls and heart-stopping vertical drops, our mountains have the double diamond runs you need. If you dream of snowboard action on a half pipe, come share the park with Olympic gold medalist Ross Powers -- a frequent visitor. And if you're just learning to turn, you will appreciate our expertly groomed terrain. In Summit County, you can find everything you're looking for at Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Keystone Resorts. Click here to view a Music Video of Skiing & Snowboarding in Breckenridge & Summit County.

Find some of the best tree skiing and riding in the Outback, experience the legendary bumps on North Peak and enjoy top-rated cruisers on Keystone Mountain. Keystone offers a variety of terrain for the entire family, and the resort is known for having one of the best ski schools in the nation with classes for everyone, from the beginning skiers to experts and children's programs as well. Women of all ages will enjoy Keystone's instructional series for woman. The "Betty Fest" program provides on-mountain instruction in small groups that suit specific ability levels and goals. The lessons include video analysis and lectures on fitness, technique and nutrition.

Another unique offering at Keystone is the resort's two gondolas, which are the only ones in the county. Keystone is also the only ski resort in the region with night skiing, which keeps the fun going and the legs burning until 9 PM. When you're finally finished on the slopes, visit Keystone's two base-area villages for an abundance of shopping, dining and après ski activities.

Keystone also has a variety of off-slope activities, such as ice-skating and cross-country skiing.

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At Breckenridge, you can enjoy great skiing plus an authentic mountain town experience. With four unique peaks providing endless varied terrain, there's something here for everyone, including open bowl thrills, long groomed trails, terrain parks and the best halfpipe in North America.

Breckenridge's four peaks -- named Peaks 10, 9, 8, and 7 -- are easily accessible with on-mountain transportation that includes high-speed quads and the country's first double-loading, six passenger chairlift. With so many lift options, you'll be able to move peak-to-peak with ease and experience as many runs as your legs will take. You can also choose from a number of restaurants and buffets across the mountain, including Peak 10's Ten Mile Station Restaurant -- a mining-themed restaurant with a large heated deck.

Breckenridge also offers exceptional ski school programs for all ages. Last season a new and improved Ski & Ride School and a nursery were added at the base of Peak 9 to make the process of signing children up for lessons quick and hassle-free.

After a day on the slopes, hop onto one of the Free Ride buses for a quick lift into town. The town of Breckenridge offers more than 80 bars and restaurants plus a variety of shopping options for a great après ski experience.

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Known as the "Local's Favorite", Copper Mountain is the largest ski and snowboard resort in Summit County. It is also the only ski resort that features naturally separated terrain, allowing beginners, intermediates and experts to ski and ride on their own distinct areas of the mountain.

Copper has many new developments, including the New Village at Copper pedestrian-only center along with the Copper Beach gathering area, the Schoolhouse at Union Creek one-stop ski school area, and more conveniently located shops and lodging units.

Guests who book their lodging directly through Copper Mountain Reservations are in for a treat with the BeeLine Advantage program, which provides lodging guests with electronic gated lift access at the base of several lifts, so you don't have to wait in line.

Copper also offers many off-slope activities throughout the winter months that range from tubing to horse-drawn sleigh rides.

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Situated on the Continental Divide, Arapahoe Basin contains some of Summit County's most rugged and spectacular scenery. Known as "The Legend", A-Basin tops out at 13,050 feet and offers the highest skiable terrain in North America.

A-Basin is famous for open bowl and above-timberline slopes, with more than 40 percent of the mountain classifieds as advanced and expert. The ski area's signature run, Pavalacinni, is one of Colorado's longest, steepest trails. But "The Basin" also offers plenty of terrain for intermediates and novices, and beginners can ride the Molly Hogan lift all day for just $5. Children can also ski for free with the purchase of any full price adult lift ticket.

Arapahoe Basin recently received recognition in the October Ski Magazine Reader Resort Survey 2001, where it was rated in the top ten nationwide for value, terrain, challenge and snow.

In addition, A-Basin offers the High Adventure Series with personalized instruction from the world's top extreme skiers and boarders and professional freestyle and mogul skiers. And don't miss "Beachin At The Basin", A-Basin's version of relaxing in the warm Colorado sun. Don't worry about the parking -- it's free!

New for the 2003/2004 season, A-Basin will add snowmaking, allowing the mountain to open earlier and stay open longer than ever before.

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Leadville, Colorado (Day Trip)

The Leadville training site for the famed Tenth Mountain Division, Ski Cooper offers excellent alpine, snowboard and telemark terrain along with 24 kilometers of groomed trails in their Nordic Center. The ski area also provides snowcat tours that allow you to experience backcountry skiing and snowboarding.

Georgetown, Colorado (Day Trip)

Located just east of the Eisenhower Tunnel, Loveland Ski Area is an easy 30 minute drive from Summit County. With beginning, intermediate and advanced runs along with two terrain parks and a half pipe, Loveland has something for everyone. Loveland also offers ski and snowboarding lessons along with special telemark and women's clinics.

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