Lisa R. Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 We only taken the family skiing once, and we were looking for a ski resort for a week's stay in December. Kids are aged 15 and up. I grew up cross country skiing, so I wouldn't mind having that as an option, as well as the downhill and snowboarding. Any recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 I am usually more of a lurker than a participant here, but this is one I can help you with! Salt Lake City is a great jumping off point for a week of skiing: 7 ski resorts within 30 minutes, with varying prices, terrain, charms, etc. The Nordic Center at Solitude offers like 20 km of cross-country skiing, and of course, Soldier Hollow is awesome and where the 2002 Olympics were held. If you're looking for more of a ski resort experience instead of staying in the city, you really can't beat Park City. It's a really cool old mining town that is now filled with fantastic restaurants, shops, art galleries, etc., and a lift that is literally right at the bottom of Main Street. This last year, Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons Resort combined into one resort and is now the largest ski resort in America. Park City has a huge variety for both skiing and snowboarding, great restaurants right on the mountain, and lots of different lodging options. Feel free to ask, of PM me if you have any questions about skiing in Utah and/or Park City. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplejackmama Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 We love Beaver Creek, CO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudge Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Except AVOID Park City the end of January. That is Sundance Film Festival time and it gets crazy. But yes, stay in the SLC and hit all the resorts. You could do a resort a day! Happy Skiing! (a Utah native who hates snow and only went skiing once in 1987 and never went back!) :lol: I am usually more of a lurker than a participant here, but this is one I can help you with! Salt Lake City is a great jumping off point for a week of skiing: 7 ski resorts within 30 minutes, with varying prices, terrain, charms, etc. The Nordic Center at Solitude offers like 20 km of cross-country skiing, and of course, Soldier Hollow is awesome and where the 2002 Olympics were held.If you're looking for more of a ski resort experience instead of staying in the city, you really can't beat Park City. It's a really cool old mining town that is now filled with fantastic restaurants, shops, art galleries, etc., and a lift that is literally right at the bottom of Main Street. This last year, Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons Resort combined into one resort and is now the largest ski resort in America. Park City has a huge variety for both skiing and snowboarding, great restaurants right on the mountain, and lots of different lodging options.Feel free to ask, of PM me if you have any questions about skiing in Utah and/or Park City. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 We love Breckenridge, Colorado. Lots of runs for skiing, lots of interesting restaurants and shops for other days. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Random thoughts: early Dec or late Dec? Early to mid Dec, if there hasn't been tons of snow, not all the terrain may be open at a given resort. How much terrain is open will of course depend on the size of the resort, their snowmaking capabilities, and how the weather's been plus the elevation. I would think this sort of info might be available online someplace. Most places seem to strive for all terrain open by Christmas season as that is a very busy time. Maybe variety of terrain doesn't matter much if you'll only be skiing greens/blues - are you all beginners? There are loads of choices, of course. In CO, we prefer places with a town (say, Breckenridge or Aspen/Snowmass) as opposed to a resort without much of a town (say, Winter Park), and IMO that's especially important for a week-long trip. A lot of people like the skiing at Vail and the terrain is vast though parking can be annoying and there isn't really a historical-sort of town. We ski in Breck - five peaks on the continental divide. The town's elevation is around 9600 ft, peaks over 12k. Cross-country and snowboarding are available, as is likely the case everywhere else as well. If you are looking for low prices, look at smaller, family resorts. Prices add up quickly though for a week I'd think there'd be packages available (multi-day lift tickets and equipment rental). Happy planning! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Yes, staying in Salt Lake or Park City gives you lots of skiing options and lots of flexibility for everyone. Snowbird, Alta, and Solitude are all popular options and it's fun to stay at the resort too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 For challenging slopes and beautiful scenery, I recommend Snowbird, Utah. For beautiful, wide slopes and a gorgeous view, I recommend Breckenridge. They are all beautiful, though! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaConquest Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Vail is my favorite, but I agree that SLC has much to offer if you're looking for a variety of resorts to visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 I love steamboat springs for family skiing. Variety of runs, cross country available and all runs end in the same basin. Great town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 We had fun one year at Purgatory, Colorado. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 I like Winter Park and Mary Jane best, but I've been to various other Colorado resorts and have liked them all. It really depends what type of atmosphere you're looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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