Vail Mountain Expands Terrain in the Back Bowls & Beaver Creek Resort Has More Than 1,000 Acres of Open Terrain
VAIL, Colo. – Jan. 12, 2018 –The snow just keeps falling. With 6 inches of snow falling throughout the day on Friday, bringing the seven-day snow total to 21 inches, Vail Mountain will open portions of China Bowl, Tea Cup Bowl and Sun Down Bowl, in addition to portions of terrain in Blue Sky Basin, on Saturday, January 13. Sun Up Bowl is now open for ski and snowboard access. Beaver Creek received 5 inches of snow during the day Friday and 23 inches in the last seven days, and skiers and snowboarders will have access to more than 1,000 acres of skiable terrain on Saturday, January 13.
Beginning Saturday, Vail Mountain will operate the following lifts with access to 2,513 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)
- Pete’s Express (#39)
Belle’s Camp will be open on Saturday, January 13 with limited service. Belle’s Camp and The Dawg Haus will open on Sunday, January 14 for regular winter operations.
Beginning Saturday, Beaver Creek Resort will operate the following lifts with access to 1,034 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)
- Larkspur Express (#11)
- Strawberry Park Express (#12)
- Lower Beaver Creek Express (#15)
- Bachelor Gulch Express (#16)
- Arrow Bahn Express (#17)
- Upper Beaver Creek Express (#18)
- Magic Carpet
- Bibber Bahn
- Silver Bahn
- Kerch Bahn
- Ritz Bahn
- Gold Bahn
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.