Sunlight Mountain Resort Ski Resort

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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

Sunlight Mountain Lodging

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

46"
29"
19"
10"
0"
3"
Nov
36"
Dec
38"
Jan
33"
Feb
34"
Mar
2"
Apr
0"
May

Terrain Overview

15%
Beginners Runs
30%
Intermediate Runs
18%
Advanced Runs
38%
Expert Runs
74
Runs in Total
2.5 mi
Longest Run
730 ac
Skiable Terrain
30 ac
Snow Making

Total Lifts: 3

1
Triple Chairs
2
Double Chairs

Elevation

9895'
Summit
2010'
Vertical Drop
7885'
Base

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
57
Years Open
250"
Average Snowfall
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