Colorado, Sunlight Mountain
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Overview

Tucked away just above Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Sunlight Mountain Resort offers great views of the Elk Mountain Range and Mt. Sopris from the top of its lifts. Boasting a 2,010’ vertical and an annual snowfall of 250 inches, skiers and riders have access to 680 acres of groomers and steeps and open groves of aspen tree skiing. Serviced by three chairlifts, the terrain is 20% beginner, 55% intermediate, 20% advanced, and 5% expert and all trails merge to the base lodge.

Inside Scoop

Amenities include a restaurant, lounge, equipment rental, retail shop, ski school, children's center and snowmobile tours. Short distance from Glenwood Springs which offers hot springs and additional lodging, dining, entertainment and activities. 

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

45"
28"
19"
9"
0.5"
11"
Nov
34"
Dec
37"
Jan
33"
Feb
33"
Mar
0.5"
Apr
Beginners Runs
16%
Intermediate Runs
29%
Advanced Runs
17%
Expert Runs
37%
Runs in Total
75
Longest Run
2.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
730 ac
Snow Making
30 ac

Total Lifts: 3

Triple Chairs
1
Double Chairs
2

Elevation

Base
7885'
Summit
9895'
Vertical Drop
2010'

Important Dates

December 08, 20232023/12/08
Projected Opening
April 02, 20242024/04/02
Projected Closing
114
Projected Days Open
100
Days Open Last Year
58
Years Open
250"
Average Snowfall
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