How to Go Skiing in Beaver Creek, Colorado

Beaver Creek is a hidden gem in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The amazing powder here is known as "white gold." Plan a visit to the area and you'll find heated walkways to the chairlifts, luxurious accommodations at the base of the mountain, and a wide array of fine dining options.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

Book Lodging at Beaver Creek

1. Book lodging for your ski trip by visiting the Beaver Creek Web site (see Resources below). Or call (888) 830-SNOW.
2. Use the interactive lodging map on the Beaver Creek Web site to learn the locations of area lodging options (see Resources below).
3. Choose from luxurious hotels to cozy cabins right on the mountain. Prices range from moderate to expensive.
4. Save money by staying in nearby Avon or Edwards.

Get to Know Beaver Creek

5. Fly into Vail/Eagle County Airport. From there, the drive to the Beaver Creek Resort is about 20 minutes.
6. Leave the driving to someone else. Book a shuttle service to take you from the airport to your hotel. Then rely on the excellent free shuttles in town to take you from peak to peak.
7. Know that Beaver Creek's highest summit elevation is 11,440 feet, with a vertical rise of 4,040 feet.
8. Ski on 148 trails and take advantage of Beaver Creek's 16 lifts.

Prepare for the Slopes at Beaver Creek

9. Check the Beaver Creek snow report by visiting their Web site (see Resources below) and clicking on "Current Conditions."
10. Enroll in the Beaver Creek Ski School if you're new to the sport or haven't been on skis or a snowboard in a while. Classes are available for skiers of all levels.
11. Bring a boarding pass to any Beaver Creek lift ticket window that shows your flight into Vail/Eagle County airport and receive a complimentary same-day ticket.
12. Ski Beaver Creek, Vail, Heavenly, Breckenridge and Keystone using the same, multi-day ticket!

Tips & Warnings

• Apply sunblock generously on all exposed skin. The sun's rays are strong in Beaver Creek, and you can get sunburned even on an overcast day.

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