Just a correction to an earlier post about A-Basin being part of Vail Resorts - it is not. A-Basin and Vail Resorts have a ticket/pass sharing arrangement only - and typically only one way. That is, your lift ticket from a Vail Resort's property will work at A-Basin (usually) but not the other way around.

As for the lift ticket prices in early or late season when there are fewer runs open, well there are still costs to start things up and keep things going. However, there are ways to minimize one's lift ticket prices by buying them anywhere else but the window. Local supermarkets and other outlets will sell lift tickets at a discount (at least here in Denver - have not checked in Summit County to see if the same discount holds true there) and often there are coupons available as well (Entertainment books, etc.). Also, if you were to come with 3 of your friends in the same car to the Basin you'd score a $41.00 lift ticket over the normal price of $58.00.

That said, there are few places you can ski a powder day in May - A-Basin is one of those places : ) In addition, my children have gone to several ski schools and they have consistently reported they enjoy the instructors at A-Basin over those they have had at other resorts. And, there are few mountains where you can go from what seems like a simple line to "where do I go from here" in a heartbeat. To all of you who have come down Leenawee and dropped into Falcon carrying some speed can attest : )

As far as "Apres" skiing, well, I've seen quite a bit at "The Beach" at A-Basin, but what better way to relax than having your own portable hot tub sitting not 100 yards from the nearest lift? It is what you make it and at A-Basin you can do things "they" won't let you do anywhere else. That is what makes it special - along with the great skiing, scenery, and snow... Enjoy.

Finally tried A-basin March 16th after having it recommended to me by multiple people. I had a great time....prices are reasonable and the riding tends to be a little higher level overall than some nearby resorts. The staff was great and free parking is a plus if you get there early enough. With the new bowl open there is tons of terrain. Only issue was the wind up top.....my god I bout lost my board once. If you are out this way you need to check it out.

A Basin is a great mountain..As are all colorado resorts on varying days. I've read reviews for many places. Any person who gives any colorado resort a negative review is ignorant.
Given the number of resorts here in Co there is something for everyone. Don't complain about Vail, Beaver Creek prices..They are world class resorts with high end accomadations and awesome terrain. If your on a budget you may select another destination. Most bad reviews come from inexperienced tourist that don't know the mountains. I've been to most resorts in the state and they all have pros and cons. If you want a family vibe check out keystone, breck, copper, Winter Park (which is great), if your lookin to spend some $$ and ski the best its Vail, Beav, Aspen, Telluride..If you want a backcountry feel then its loveland ski area, wolf creek, silverton, monarch. Or if u wanna ski free jus hit loveland pass..Dont bother with berthoud pass cause i will already b trackin it out..

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I went skiing at A-Basin on Monday, 2/11, during a whiteout with dry snow that was quickly getting deep! It was an awesome experience for my first time there For what was open that day, I can't complain about the snow or the skiing. The lodge was nice to grab some grub in and the rentals was easy to do. The only thing I wish I knew before leaving was the closure of Loveland Pass, so I could go down through Silverthorn first instead of going up the hill to leave. Some sort of indication Loveland Pass was closed before leaving the area would've been nice. I'd ski A-Basin again faster than a heartbeat!

The new Montezuma Bowl is FANTASTIC!
I only wish there was a conveyor to take you to the top.
Thank you A-Basin!!!