VAIL, Colo. – Jan. 19, 2018 – With 8 inches of snow in the last seven days at both mountains and with snow in the forecast, Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek Resort will expand terrain. Beginning Saturday, January 20, Vail Mountain will open Earl’s Express (#38) and portions of Inner and Outer Mongolia Bowls. Beaver Creek Resort will open Elkhorn Lift (#14) on Saturday, January 20, and Grouse Mountain Express Lift (# 10) on Sunday, January 21.
Beginning Saturday, Vail Mountain will operate the following lifts with access to 4,612 skiable acres:
- Gondola One
- Avanti Express (#2)
- Wildwood Express (#3)
- Mountain Top Express (#4)
- High Noon Express (#5)
- Riva Bahn Express (#6)
- Game Creek Express (#7)
- Born Free Express (#8)
- Sun Up Express (#9)
- Highline Express (#10)
- Northwoods Express (#11)
- Gopher Hill Lift (#12)
- Sourdough Express (#14)
- Little Eagle (#15)
- Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19)
- Cascade Village (#20)
- Orient Express (#21)
- Golden Peak Carpet (#25)
- Pride Express (#26)
- Golden Peak Carpet (#29)
- Golden Peak Carpet (#33)
- Lionshead Carpet (#34)
- Eagle’s Nest Carpet (#35)
- Tea Cup Express Lift (#36)
- Skyline Express Lift (#37)
- Earl’s Express (#38)
- Pete’s Express (#39)
Beginning Sunday, Beaver Creek Resort will operate the following lifts with access to 1,247 skiable acres:
- Buckaroo Express Gondola (#1)
- Highlands Lift (#2)
- Rose Bowl Express (#4)
- Red Buffalo Express (#5)
- Centennial Express (#6)
- Riverfront Express Gondola (#7)
- Cinch Express (#8)
- Birds of Prey Express (#9)
- Grouse Mountain Express (#10)
- Larkspur Express (#11)
- Strawberry Park Express (#12)
- Elkhorn Lift (#14)
- Lower Beaver Creek Express (#15)
- Bachelor Gulch Express (#16)
- Arrow Bahn Express (#17)
- Upper Beaver Creek Express (#18)
The Nordic Center at Beaver Creek Resort has approximately 80% of its trails groomed and open for cross country and snowshoeing, approximately 15 miles of trails.
All guests are reminded that they must observe all posted signs and closures, especially during the early-season. Closed trails may contain hazards due to early snow coverage. Accessing closed terrain is a violation of the Colorado Ski Safety Act and will result in the loss of skiing privileges and could involve prosecution and a fine.
About Vail Mountain: Under blue skies more than 300 days each year, Vail is an extraordinary mountain resort destination. The vacation experience is exceptional, from the awe-inspiring terrain and natural beauty of the surrounding Gore and Sawatch Ranges to world-class events, activities and festivals, shops and spas, and the abundant culinary experiences and luxurious accommodations that line the pedestrian-friendly streets of Vail Village and Lionshead. Vail is where outdoor pursuits meet village sophistication. Offering more than 5,200 acres of developed ski and snowboard terrain including seven legendary Back Bowls in winter, and flourishing with new summer activities with the debut of Epic Discovery in 2016, the options for year-round adventure are endless. Coupled with the vision inherent in the spirit of Vail’s founders, and a modern day commitment to excellence in all aspects of guest service and operations, Vail is a mountain resort like nothing on earth.
About Beaver Creek Resort: Renowned for legendary attention to detail, World-Cup mountain pedigree, intimate alpine village, and reputation as the world’s best luxury family resort, Beaver Creek Resort represents incomparable elegance and Rocky Mountain leisure which spoils guests for anywhere else with an unparalleled level of world-class service. Just 30 minutes east of Eagle Airport (EGE) and 2.5 hours west of Denver International Airport (DIA), Beaver Creek offers luxury accommodations throughout three villages and ski-in, ski-out luxury lodges and hotels. More than 40 in-resort and slope-side restaurants, elegant village boutiques, cherished daily traditions and activities such as world-class downhill skiing and snowboarding spanning 1,832 acres with 3,340 vertical feet of descent, snow shoeing, Nordic skiing, and ice skating in the Beaver Creek village. VisitBeaverCreek.com for additional information and vacation planning.