It’s funny that Völkl has a reputation for being the brand that creates stiff, burly, overbuilt, “traditional” skis when for a really long time, they were on the cutting edge …

A ski resort in Ontario has installed a new chairlift monitoring system that can detect when riders have not lowered their safety bar or are not seated properly after loading. …

A Massachusetts ski area could soon use an enormous battery system to help handle one of the biggest challenges associated with modern snowmaking: the massive amount of electricity needed during …

Back again for another year, Salomon’s QST X is a shockingly nimble, floaty, and fun powder freeride ski that breaks the mold of what a typical “athlete” ski might make …

If you have ever visited Yellowstone National Park and caught a strong rotten egg smell, you were likely smelling hydrogen sulfide. USGS Yellowstone Volcanic Observatory Scientist-in-Charge Mike Poland recently explained …

We are awash in skiing “content.” Pick your phone up and open Instagram, and you’re bound to see a triple cork, a terrible take on skiing, a pretty good take …

It’s always just after Labor Day when I, a self-proclaimed summer girl (I can’t help it, I was born in June), start to think about winter. I’ll mention in conversation …

A cross-country ski area that has operated in the mountains of northern New Mexico for more than four decades will not open for the 2026-27 winter season. Enchanted Forest Cross …

Stowe Mountain Resort is seeking state approval to cut two new trails through the existing forest on Spruce Peak, including a new route intended for beginner skiers. A newly filed …

For the last few seasons, Rossignol has been taking the freeride world by storm with their Sender Free 110 and Sender Free 118 skis. A more recent addition, the Sender …

To me (and probably to most folks west of the Mississippi), Nordica has always been a bit of a sleeper brand. I’ve known for a long time that their skis …

We’re still a few months away from winter 2026/2027, but the large scale weather pattern is already beginning to offer clues about where the biggest storms could develop. According to …

The SKI plus CITY Pass, makes it easy to enjoy both an urban and mountain holiday  all in one trip. The pass features 12 Austrian ski resorts with 265 kilometers …

Skiing in France can feel noticeably different from a trip to the major resorts of Austria, Switzerland and Italy. YouTuber Marius Quast explored those differences, looking at everything from resort …

There’s no use in pretending that outdoor gear isn’t expensive, sometimes prohibitively or unnecessarily so. While I’ve spent the better part of my adult life allocating any extra funds to …

Cheers to the folks at Warren Miller Entertainment who just unearthed a vintage clip from the 1978 film “Ski Ala Carte” featuring a long lost piece of ski training equipment. …

A Grand Canyon rafting crew recently discovered they had picked up an unexpected passenger while traveling down the Colorado River. Hatch River Expeditions shared a pictures and a video of …

Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel is back in the Himalayas just months after skiing from the summit of Nanga Parbat, and his next target is even higher. Bargiel is preparing …

Back in 1948, Arizona Snowbowl offered lift tickets for $1.50. They included unlimited access to the intermediate rope tow. In 2026, you can pay less than that to ski Snowbowl …

An iconic natural landmark in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean, permanently changing a rugged section of the park’s coastline. The National Park Service announced that …

Corbet’s Couloir at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has earned a reputation as one of the most intimidating in-bounds ski runs in North America. Located beneath the resort’s iconic tram, the …

A group of people enjoying coffee near Estes Park, Colorado, found themselves dangerously close to a harem of elk during the fall rut. The footage, shared by Colorado Wild Photography, …

Well, that escalated quickly. So goes an Instagram post from Alyeska, which just got hit with a sizable October storm that blanketed its slopes. It was the first snowfall of …

A hospitality company is making a second attempt to build a massive aerial tram just outside Glacier National Park in Montana. Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality submitted a proposal to the …

Trollhaugen in Wisconsin has uncovered its stored snow for their annual Open Haugen celebration, returning this Saturday, October 3rd, and Sunday, October 4th, with skiing and snowboarding scheduled from 11am …

Lindsey Vonn’s year didn’t exactly go as she wanted, but she still had some great moments. Her World Cup circuit came to an abrupt finish following a crash that tore …

Woodmore, Maryland — A bucket list item for avid skateboarders is ripping through an abandoned water park. The wavy waterslide features let skateboarders find a familiar rhythm, like at a …

A new sightseeing tram may be coming to a mountain close to one of the West’s best-known National Parks, but only if it clears a government approval process. Pursuit Attractions …

New tech, at least when it comes to skis, is often met with criticism and scrutiny. We’ve all been duped by the latest and greatest advancements in ski technology, only …

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. During POWDER Week at Grand Targhee …

The report comes from Glacier Monitoring Switzerland, Glamos, and what is surprising is the sheer pace of the melting. Until recently, glaciologists in the Alps considered 2% of ice lost …

Brand new, shiny tramway cabins are being unwrapped as Grouse Mountain, British Columbia, prepares to debut an updated version of its classic Red Skyride. The cabins look much like those …

Two of the world’s most reliable resorts for snow cover, Finland’s Levi and Ruka, have got their 26-27 ski seasons started this morning and they’ll be staying open now right …

Another terrain expansion is coming to British Columbia’s Whitewater Mountain Resort, adding 190 acres to the ski area’s footprint with six new runs, along with other improvements made during the …

Ski brands have reputations, and for an entire generation of skiers, Blizzard’s has undoubtedly been that of being the brand for hard-charging resort skiers looking for powerful on-piste skis and …

How many browser tabs did you have open the last time you booked a ski trip? For most of us, it’s a lot. One for flights, one for transfers, a …

One of Europe’s earliest ski seasons officially begins Friday, as Levi Ski Resort in Finnish Lapland has confirmed that its 2026-27 alpine and cross-country ski season will open Oct. 2. …

Lift lines have always been part of skiing, particularly on weekends, holidays and powder days. At a growing number of ski resorts, however, waiting in the regular line is no …

Las Vegas, Nevada — Perhaps the most anticipated ski resort terrain expansion opening this winter is at Las Vegas, Nevada, out of all places. And no, the expansion isn’t happening …

The first measurable snowfall of the season you see will highly depend on where you live. Elevation, latitude, and plenty of other aspects impact when a region will see snow, …

As temperatures begin to drop across ski country, resorts are preparing their snowmaking systems for another winter. While cold air is obviously essential, there is more to making machine-made snow …

El Niño, is that you? Precipitation has reached the southwestern U.S., and high-elevation areas, like Taos, are starting to see real signs of winter. Over the last 24 hours, Taos …

For professional mountain guide Jean-François “JF” Plouffe, decades spent skiing, climbing and guiding in serious terrain provided plenty of experience solving difficult problems in the mountains. His new short film …

Nocs Provisions is expanding beyond binoculars and monoculars with the launch of the Portal AFN7 Adventure Camera, a compact, screenless camera designed specifically for outdoor use. Priced at $179, the …

A new wave of premium ski clubs with line-cutting privileges, exclusive lodges, and fancy perks is taking the American ski industry by storm. Pay a few thousand dollars extra, and …

Skiing and snowboarding will return to Snowmass this weekend as Aspen Snowmass opens the Makaha Rail Park for two days of free access. The terrain park will be open Saturday, …

High-speed quads, six-packs, bubble chairs and gondolas have become standard equipment at many of Vermont’s biggest ski resorts. Smugglers’ Notch has taken a very different path. Every chairlift at the …

Olympic gold medalist snowboarder Hannah Teter is asking for support for her brother Abe, who has been battling a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer for more than 19 …

Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, recently touted the success of a pilot program to store leftover snow during the warmer months.  Now, the resort is unveiling the bounty for something just about …

Last winter skier visits in the USA were down 13.4% after poor snow kept people away. Average snowfall across the USA was 2.84m last winter. That is well below the …

Ski writer Rob Stewart books a Ski Miquel holiday in Lauterbrunnen with his 16-year-old daughter and her friend over the Easter school holidays, and finds some of the best snow …

The Northern Snow Show is on this weekend at The Snow Centre Manchester this Saturday and Sunday, 3rd – 4th October. Northern Snow is the UK’s only consumer snowsports show …

The report reviews the department’s work to prevent harm, protect clean and fair competition, uphold ethical standards, and promote inclusive participation across all FIS disciplines. The FIS Sports Integrity Report …

It’s hard to believe that the time has come yet again. The nights are getting longer, the days are getting colder, and with the leaves changing and snow dusting the …

A somewhat new addition to the Dynastar M-Free squad, the M-Free 112 F-Team replaced the discontinued 118 as the widest ski in the lineup. It quickly became a fan favorite …

Atomic’s most versatile Bent is back unchanged for another year, and we’re absolutely not complaining about that. When Atomic first introduced the Bent 100 in 2018/19, fans of the brand …

Powder skis don’t all have to be stiff and scary. At least that’s the lesson that Blizzard seems to have learned with the widest ski in the all-new athlete-designed Canvas …

If you’re a skier, you’ve either heard of—or tackled—Corbet’s Couloir. The classic and gnarly run at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, is one of the most famous chutes in North …

A new cat skiing operation, led in part by snowboarder Bjorn Leines and spanning 16,000 acres in British Columbia’s Monashee Mountains, will open this coming winter. Called Flowline, Leines said …

The super El Niño is coming, and Direct Weather, a popular YouTube channel that creates short and long-range weather forecasts, is forecasting how the weather phenomenon will affect snowfall across …

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October is the month when autumn/fall is really here and temperatures start to drop across the northern hemisphere. In Europe, the list of glacier resorts open begins to grow with …

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Flying with skis or snowboard can add a surprising amount to the cost of a ski trip. What you pay depends on the airline, how much gear you bring and …

There’s no feeling in the world quite like riding an exquisitely-specced mountain bike in gnarly terrain at high speeds. It’s a moment where ridiculous levels of engineering, industrial design, and …

The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Torch Relay will make history by traveling through all 50 U.S. states before reaching Los Angeles for the Summer Olympics. LA28 announced the plans on …

Juliette Willmann, a 29-year-old French freeride skier, died in an avalanche on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, on Cerro Crestón, a mountain near El Chaltén, Argentina—the town known for climbing, backcountry …

The U.S. National Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame and Museum in Ishpeming, Michigan, has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2026, according to SAM News. The class of …

Retired ski patrol jackets from a Michigan ski resort are getting a second life far away from the slopes. Boyne Mountain has partnered with Vermont-based BirdieBlue to turn used ski …

Grand Canyon National Park will transition to modified fall operations at the North Rim beginning October 15th, bringing several seasonal closures and temporary road restrictions as winter approaches. The National …

Nelson, British Columbia — Whitewater Mountain Resort is one of Canada’s most underrated skiing destinations. Located on the Powder Highway, Whitewater has seen big investments in recent years, with a focus …

There’s nowhere better than Austria when it comes to enjoying a great snow holiday with endless skiing and fabulous food, both on and off the mountain. These two delights complement …

Monticello, New York — It’s probably been the busiest offseason ever at Holiday Mountain. Bought by local businessman Mike Taylor in 2023, the work has been practically nonstop to give …

Mammoth Mountain is not simply a ski resort located near volcanic terrain. The mountain itself is a volcano, and a new visualization from the U.S. Geological Survey shows just how …

Eagle Point Resort in Utah has released a new video showing the recovery efforts underway following the devastating Cottonwood Fire. The resort’s latest update shows dump trucks hauling debris while …

The Dome Fire burning in Yosemite National Park was caused by an abandoned campfire, according to the fire information page on InciWeb. The fire was first reported on the morning …

BOA Technology is expanding its snowboard boot technology for the 2026-27 winter season with an updated PerformFit Wrap system and a new multi-directional H5 dial platform. The Denver-based company is …

One of Grouse Mountain’s most recognizable pieces of infrastructure is getting a major upgrade during the resort’s 100th anniversary year. The British Columbia ski area has begun installing new tram …

In case you missed it, forecasts show the upcoming winter could be wet, wild, or warm, depending on where you are, thanks to an incoming Super El Niño. While long-range …

Loveland Ski Area is getting closer to firing up its snowmaking system as the Colorado ski resort continues preparations for the 2026-27 season. The resort recently had its snowmaking crew …

Mad River Glen has never been known for doing things the conventional way and that apparently extends to off season trail maintenance. Each fall, crews at the Vermont ski area …

Arizona Snowbowl is giving skiers and snowboarders another reason to start planning a trip to Flagstaff this winter. The resort has announced a November 20th opening date for the 2026-27 …

Broomfield, Colorado — In a not exactly surprising reveal by Vail Resorts, the company did not have a good 2026 fiscal year. On Monday, Vail Resorts announced its 2026 fourth …

A season pass at one Lake Tahoe ski area comes with a surprisingly large bonus for skiers willing to travel. Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village, Nevada, says its …

It’s a growing trend these days that ski resorts go through their own independent weather data and issue individual long range forecasts and we love it. Big Sky recently analyzed …

Mostly they are only small areas and there are limited slopes on offer, but ski resorts are beginning to open for the approaching 2026/27 season. Hintertux used to be open …

Isère is a feeling, a winter escape shaped by emotion, atmosphere and the freedom to choose your own perfect Alpine experience. The fabulous French département is home to 21 ski …

New trail map alert! This is not a drill… Holiday Mountain, a humble but lively ski area in Monticello, New York, has revealed a new trail map ahead of the …

The new ski season is here and of course there are lots of new destinations, new accommodation choices and new rail and air services and routes by which to get …

Alta, Wyoming — Grand Targhee Resort seemed close to approval for a major 694-acre expansion. The U.S. Forest Service released its draft Record of Decision (ROD), which would have approved …

Vail Resorts has formally committed to replacing Park City Mountain’s Silverlode Express with the company’s first eight-passenger detachable chairlift in the United States. The project is now included among Vail …

Arizona Snowbowl is already looking like winter after the Flagstaff ski area picked up 2 inches of snow overnight in late September. The early-season snowfall arrived with the 2026-27 ski …

In Colorado, the air’s humming with the sound of helicopter blades as Aspen Mountain constructs its new Nell Bell lift. The high-speed Leitner-Poma quad replaces the Little Nell and Bell …

Colorado’s first real taste of accumulating snow is showing up in the latest National Weather Service forecast, with some high elevation locations potentially seeing nearly half a foot of snow …

This week, Las Vegas, Nevada’s ski resort, Lee Canyon, flew in and installed the towers for a new lift that’s part of what the ski area is calling a “major …

Three hikers were rescued from California’s Big Sur backcountry overnight after becoming lost and disoriented, with one member of the group experiencing a medical emergency. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office …

Yes, there’s skiing in Arizona, and yes, it actually snows there! Arizona Snowbowl, the state’s largest and highest-altitude ski resort, woke up to its first snowfall of the season on …

As the snow melts away from Mt Buller in Australia, it reveals more than the terrain beneath it. Lost gear and trash left behind during the winter season also begin …

Some of the world’s leading avalanche researchers, forecasters, ski patrol professionals and mountain-safety experts are in Whistler this week for the 2026 International Snow Science Workshop. View this post on …

Sandpoint, Idaho — Change is afoot at Schweitzer Mountain Resort, which has seen more than $75 million in investments over the past five years. While there aren’t flashy upgrades coming …

Brian Head, Utah — The future of Brian Head is coming to life. Last week marked a major milestone in building Stefanie’s chairlift at the Aspen Meadows Club. Helicopter crews …

Skiing and snowboarding often comes with some pretty incredible views, especially at the top of your favorite resort. We took to Facebook to ask our followers which ski resorts have …

Training programs, methodology, equipment, sport science, and times have all evolved, but Phil McNichol intends to bring the same core values, motivation, and messaging which brought him noteworthy success the …

Vail Resorts reported quarterly earnings on Monday, September 28, 2026, and we now know just how hard last season’s warm weather and lack of snow hit the ski resort giant. …

The locals of Mammoth Lakes, California, went to bed on Sunday, September 27, unaware of what the next morning would bring—the season’s first measurable snowfall. Flakes fell only at high …

A new forward-looking, long-term plan shared by the Vancouver, British Columbia, ski resort, Cypress Mountain, proposes overhauling the destination’s lift fleet, along with other changes to ensure that Cypress thrives …

It follows a legal case brought against Winter Park resort following a death in 2012 caused by an avalanche inbounds. The family of the deceased argued that the resort knew …

A dry ski slope has been recognised with Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award for the fifth consecutive year. The award, for Alpine Snowsports Aldershot, recognises attractions that consistently receive outstanding reviews …

Long before the first skier drops into Highland Bowl at Aspen Highlands, crews have already spent days walking its steep slopes one step at a time. Aspen Snowmass recently highlighted …

Titus Canyon Road in Death Valley National Park will close on October 2nd, 2026, as the National Park Service begins a major project to repair and strengthen the popular backcountry …

Utah’s ski industry is backing an unusual candidate this election season: “Super El Niño.” Ski Utah has rolled out a tongue-in-cheek “Vote Super El Niño” campaign ahead of the 2026-27 …

Ontonagon, Michigan — The Upper Peninsula is best known for one ski resort in particular: Mount Bohemia. However, many resorts up there get great snowfall. One example is the state-owned …

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Quebec — Located in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Mont Sainte-Agathe has been lost to time. While the surrounding area remains an active spot for recreationists, the old slopes …

From Denali to Yosemite, these mountain hikes have a short autumn window. Here’s where to go—and which roads and trail closures to check before leaving home. The best fall hike …

When it comes to finding the best ski resort, great snow and challenging terrain are only part of the equation. The atmosphere surrounding a mountain can be just as important, …

The Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park has grown to 5,215 acres as of the morning of September 28th, according to the National Park Service. The fire has expanded by …

Five ski days and 20 ski days call for very different pass decisions. Here’s how the 2026–27 Epic and Ikon options compare—and the question to answer before looking at the …

The first day of October is approaching, and skiers know what that means: the race to be the first ski resort open in the United States is officially on. Most …

Need a little reminder of what you’re missing? A new free ski game that recently surfaced online features well over 25 real ski resorts recreated with surprising accuracy. Called Lejup—that’s …

Buying ski boots can be one of the most frustrating parts of preparing for a ski season. While many skiers assume the best approach is simply trying on several pairs …

It seems just as innovation in ski filmmaking has reached new heights, the prevalence of technology has made many yearn for analog. While unpolished, experimental, and unhinged edits have become …

It’s been an active few weeks for Canada’s western ski resorts where, as the ski season approaches, early tastes of winter keep showing up. The latest surge of chilly weather …

It seems VIP’s guests are looking to make every day count on the mountain rather than spending their first few days finding their bearings. For winter 2026/2027 VIP SKI has …

The Austria National Tourist Office, ANTO, has revealed the best regions for beginners, experts, multi-day adventures, and night skiing tours. “Ski touring keeps trending, with more and more winter sports …

Dillon, Colorado — On I-70, the first ski area directly off the highway during a trip from Denver isn’t the one most go to. Loveland Ski Area has a less-fancy …

The 2026-27 ski season is officially underway at one of Austria’s highest ski areas. Pitztal Glacier began lift-served skiing Saturday, Sept. 26, opening a limited section of its high-elevation glacier …

Buying new ski boots is an extremely exciting process, and more and more people are starting to think about buying new boots ahead of the winter season. Maybe it’s your …

Typically when we’re talking skiing, you look towards the North rather than looking towards the South. But you’d be shocked by how southern some ski resorts can get. On the …

A Chilean cover band, known as Metrópoli, is playing a selection of 80s synth-pop hits in the humble but well-partied Hotel Bar at Ski Portillo, Chile. The enigmatic singer, who …

The platform builds on a recent study published in Nature Climate Change, led by researchers from ETH Zurich and Vrije Universiteit Brussel together with an international research team. The study …

Lac La Belle, Michigan — It’s getting hard to keep track of all the changes at Mount Bohemia. Their latest terrain expansion announcement came yesterday, and uphill skiers and splitboarders …

Pitztal set its opening date of Saturday September 26th some time ago and it was feared the resort might have to push it back after the high temperatures of the …

Cypress Mountain has unveiled a sweeping 60-year development plan that could eventually bring major chairlift replacements, expanded snowmaking, a redesigned beginner area and significant upgrades to the Nordic side of …

The two key dates this year are 30th September and 12th November. The tables below show the date that tickets go on sale for each kind of train. TGV INOUI …

The figures come from Domaines Skiables de France (DSF) with France up 2.4% on the previous season and 6% up over the past four years. The 2025/2026 winter ranks as …

When we talk highest ski resorts in the United States, all of the top 10 are located in Colorado. But Colorado’s mountains also tend to start quite a bit higher …

Skiing is supposed to be fun, but anyone who has spent enough time at a ski resort knows there are plenty of things skiers can become extremely serious about. We …

All good road trips should include a ferry trip and this section started with one as we left Horseshoe Bay just to the north of Vancouver. Sunshine Coast, British Columbia, …

I’ve been noticing holes in my socks lately. They all look the same and are in the same place: a small, dime-shaped opening where my heel meets the fabric. Similar …

Election season is heating up as the midterms approach. And with so much on the line, Ski Utah has apparently decided to throw its weight behind a candidate, unveiling a …

An Ohio ski area is heading into its 66th winter with another round of upgrades to its lifts, snowmaking system and night skiing infrastructure. Snow Trails, located near Mansfield, announced …

East Burke, Vermont — Burke Mountain has been seeing some love since being acquired by Bear Den Partners in 2025. Last ski season saw various improvements, including tripling snowmaking capacity, …

California — Out of all the ski resorts in North America, few (if any) compare to the rugged terrain at Kirkwood. The California ski resort is known for its extreme …

One of the strongest El Niño events in the modern times is developing ahead of the 2026-27 North American ski season, giving skiers plenty of reason to watch the winter …

The Ikon Pass is heading into the 2026-27 ski season with new destinations, expanded terrain, upgraded lifts and major snowmaking investments across its global network. Alterra Mountain Company announced the …

“NO UPHILL ACCESS ALLOWED”—It’s a sign every backcountry skier has grown weary of, and some choose to blatantly ignore (illegally). Most ski resorts have adapted to the dramatic rise in …

Here we are, in North America, speculating about El Niño and hoping that, if we’re lucky, the ski season will get underway at the end of October. And should those stars align, it’ll only be …

With ski season approaching, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is once again giving Colorado residents a chance to prepare for winter with its annual SnowShape Fitness Series. The eighth season of SnowShape …

The Town of Jackson, Wyoming, is under a Boil Water Advisory after bacteria was detected in a Town water well. The Environmental Protection Agency, which has jurisdiction over the Town’s …

Meteorologist Chris Tomer is watching another round of moisture that could bring additional snow to Colorado’s highest elevations over the coming days. While some light snow is already falling across …

Colorado is gearing up for a standout winter, and for UK skiers and snowboarders looking ahead to the 2026/27 season, there’s never been a better time to make the trip. Big‑mountain …

Corbet’s Couloir is easily one of the most famous ski runs in the world, known for its 20-foot drop, 50-degree pitch, and easy accessibility from the top of the Jackson …

Powder Mountain is adding a different kind of mountain infrastructure as development continues across the Utah ski resort. Powder Mountain and Weber Fire District broke ground Sept. 24 on a …

The National Weather Service has significantly expanded its experimental Flood Inundation Mapping system, giving nearly 100 percent of the U.S. population access to detailed maps showing where river and stream …

Aspen Snowmass preserved 85% of the snow stored beneath insulated blankets through the Colorado summer, according to the company behind the technology. Snow Secure USA said Sept. 24 that drone …

Willamette Pass is heading into the 2026-27 ski season with a dramatically larger snowmaking system after a winter marked by a delayed opening, warm temperatures and multiple interruptions to operations. …

Japan’s official winter forecast is out and the early outlook favors warmer temperatures and lower snowfall odds across several of the country’s snowiest regions. The Japan Meteorological Agency released its …

Oregon’s Willamette Pass Resort has more than tripled the capacity of its snowmaking system ahead of the 2026-27 season in a move it called “one of the most significant infrastructure …

The world’s best downhill mountain bikers are flocking to Whistler this weekend for an elite weekend of racing. Starting Saturday, September 25, 2026, the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Downhill …

La Folie Douce, the famous Val d’Isère on-mountain cabaret-bar, that’s also home to exceptional dining and which has also opened half a dozen more locations in other French resorts as …

While most ski areas across the Northern Hemisphere are still waiting for winter, crews at Levi Ski Resort in Finland are getting slopes ready for opening day. The Lapland resort …

After a wildfire scorched its slopes and damaged infrastructure over the summer, Utah ski resort Eagle Point is making headway on repairs and sharing an update on what the past …

After competing for his mother’s home country, Great Britain, during two Winter Olympics, halfpipe skier Gus Kenworthy is returning to the team where he got his start, the U.S., and …

Professional skiers tend to use some pretty unique lifts and workouts for their summer preseason training, but this bit from U.S. Ski Team member Jett Seymour stands out as wildly …

Holiday Mountain was down to just three ski trails when new ownership took over in 2023. This winter, the Southern Catskills ski area says it will have 20. The Monticello, …

Another Colorado ski resort has announced its targeted opening day for the 2026/26 winter season. Purgatory Resort, just north of Durango, will open on Friday, November 20, 2026, conditions permitting. …

Perched at 8,900 feet above sea level, Zen Nest is a luxury rental property in Duck Creek Village, Utah, offering incredible views of the surrounding Dixie National Forest. The secluded …

Vail, Colorado — Tributes are pouring in across the country for a ski industry legend who played a major role in skiing. On September 22nd, George Gillett Jr. passed away …

Northern hemisphere skiers who can’t handle a summer off the slopes usually head to high glaciers, the southern hemisphere, or some sort of indoor training facility. But some people push …

All-weather snowmaking machines have been all the rage in recent years, and a Lake Tahoe-area ski resort is the most recent to join in on the trend. Sugar Bowl, known …

Las Vegas, Nevada — If you’ve ever wanted to visit Las Vegas, this winter could be a great time to go. For one, it’s not hot as hell outside during …

Killington, Vermont — It’s not as buzzworthy as a high-speed chairlift, but Killington is installing another important lift this offseason. This offseason, Killington Resort is replacing the Snowdon Triple with …

It is hard to find a better snapshot of the transition from fall to winter than what is happening at Jay Peak right now. The northern Vermont ski resort is …

After a long, dry summer, skiing’s favorite Nubz are back. While Freeride World Tour (FWT) livestreams are all well and good when it comes to chronicling the Nubz’ best comp …

One of Lake Tahoe’s most scenic mountain lodges could eventually be replaced by a much larger facility built for skiing, dining and events. Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village, …

One of the leading ski holiday booking companies, Iglu, say that the number of skiers using AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini to research where to go has nearly …

Last updated: 25 September 2026 Another ski season is already here! Hoorah! Glacier ski resorts are already operating in the Alps and centres have opened using last year’s snow recycled …

Another ski season is already here! Hoorah! Glacier ski resorts are already operating in the Alps and centres have opened using last year’s snow recycled in Scandinavia. As usual we’re …

30ish Minutes With Shaun White Shaun White is beckoning a duck from his first-story hotel room in Wānaka, New Zealand. Throwing a slice of pear in front of the open …

Most ski games, from SSX: On Tour to Steep, come with a goal in mind. Either explicitly or implicitly, the moment you sit down with the sticks, you’re trying to …

Over the past weeks, teams have travelled to New Zealand, Chile and Argentina to return to snow, fine-tune their preparations and, in some cases, put their summer training to the …

At a time when a single day of skiing at some major Colorado resorts can cost well into triple digits, Purgatory Resort is going in a very different direction and …

Six decades of American ski and snowboard history will be represented in one room in New York City this fall. U.S. Ski and Snowboard announced that its 60th annual Gold …

The Ikon Pass covers resorts around the world, from Asia to South America, Oceania, Europe, and North America. There are some truly massive ski resorts on the pass, with ski …

A recent rescue at one of Colorado’s most popular backcountry hot springs is prompting a warning about the risks of alcohol and drug use at high elevations. Mountain Rescue Aspen …

California — All-weather snowmaking systems are creating new possibilities for ski resorts. In the U.S., ski resorts like Ober Gatlinburg and Ski Ward have extended operations during windows that don’t …

Tamarack Resort in Idaho is making a seven-figure investment in snowmaking ahead of the 2026-27 winter season, adding automated snowguns and expanding its mobile snowmaking fleet. The project is designed …

After a tough and often snowless season stymied visitation in the western U.S., France has emerged as this past winter’s ski capital of the world, clocking more skier visits than …

Broomfield, Colorado — Vail Resorts is going through a turbulent stretch. A billionaire’s pursuit of Park City Mountain Resort, along with a warmer-than-average winter, has created more scrutiny for the …

The wildfire that burned near Mt. Hood, Oregon, this summer is almost contained, nearly two months after a lightning strike started the blaze. As of September 21, 2026, the Grasshopper …

As summer turns to fall in Donnelly, Idaho, Tamarack Resort has big upgrades to its snowmaking system underway. Ahead of the 2026/27 winter, Tamarack has made a seven-figure investment to …

Purgatory Resort is heading into the 2026-27 ski season with a major terrain expansion, expanded snowmaking, new air service and unusually low lift ticket prices on much of its operating …

Dramatic footage captured and shared by Lolo Balaguer this week shows the moment an old ski lift cable is cut apart at a former ski resort in the French Pyrenees. …

Featured Image Credit: Boyne Resorts Six dollars…that’s what a can of local beer costs at Michigan’s Mount Bohemia. By contrast a craft cocktail at the Remedy Bar in Vail starts …

What do you get when you combine flat light, not-so-great snow, two rippers, and one of North America’s gnarliest ski resorts? A big mountain SLVSH game worth watching. Last winter, …

Switzerland’s Jungfrau Region is a veritable paradise for skiers, hikers, and climbers, with its jaw-dropping views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. The Jungfraujoch, situated at an altitude of …

Sponsored Story It’s a rite of passage: any serious skier has seriously thought about going heliskiing in Canada at least once in their life. The promise of epic snow, complete …

Booking the chalet? Essential. Flights? Obviously. Lift passes, ski hire and lessons? They’re probably already on the list. But there’s one part of a ski holiday that’s surprisingly easy to …

As the 2026-27 ski season approaches, a slew of upgrades are coming to California’s ski resorts, from new lifts to remote systems that can trigger avalanches from afar and keep staff out of …

German mountain safety and outerwear brand Ortovox has announced the launch of two new beacons ahead of the winter season that can help talk you through a tricky situation in …

All of France celebrates Epiphany with the galette des rois, the ‘king cake’, but ski area Le Grand-Bornand really pulls out all the stops in early January. It serves up …

Ski Sunday had been on-air for 48 years and was staple viewing for generations of skiers & snowboarders. We reported on the ending of the programme as the decision was …

Minnesota — The third-largest ski resort in Minnesota dreams of becoming even bigger. Giants Ridge has seen major upgrades in recent years, including an extensive snowmaking project in 2024, the …

The lederhosen and dirndls are coming back out at Taos Ski Valley. Oktoberfest returns to the New Mexico ski resort this weekend, with two days of German beer, food, live …

Vandals damaged a cabin at Gold Lake Sno-Park, Oregon, which serves Nordic skiers and other backcountry users along Willamette Pass, prompting an investigation led by local officials. The training director …

Ski areas come and go, but the memories created at them can last for decades. We asked Unofficial Networks readers on Facebook which closed ski area they would most like …

If you’ve ever driven I-70 through parts of Colorado (or most major US highways with steep sections, for that matter), you’ve undoubtedly seen runaway truck ramps along the road. Not …

Pinkham Notch, New Hampshire — Some of the biggest snowmaking upgrades in New England this offseason are happening at a place that desperately needs it. Wildcat Mountain has struggled in …

A 19-year-old hiker died after lightning struck a small shelter near the summit of Mount Timpanogos in Utah during a severe thunderstorm on September 18th. The Utah County Sheriff’s Office …

Broomfield, Colorado — You really don’t want to be the person who pays the lift ticket window rate at a major ski destination. You look at the rates, deny it …

Schigebiet Unterberg, a small Austrian ski area, is permanently closing as part of a broader climate-driven trend that’s forced European resorts to tangle with increasingly mild winters, particularly at lower …

A new PBS documentary follows Wyoming-based skiers Jr Rodriguez and Vanessa Chavarriaga Posada as they examine their relationship with skiing, the outdoor industry, and the communities they hope to make …

California is taking the developing El Niño seriously months before the heart of ski season arrives. Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a statewide state of emergency Monday as California prepares for …

The fall elk rut is a popular time for tourists to visit Colorado’s Estes Park, drawn by the promise of impressive battles between bulls and the incredible bugles heard throughout …

There are plenty of ski races that end at the bottom of a mountain but Mt Hutt’s annual Peak to Pub keeps going for another 18 miles to a local …

An award-winning mockumentary that highlights the experience of being a professional skier and a mom—alongside mining for laughs—now has a sequel. As its name suggests, the newest adventure, Here Hold …

A resident of Logan, Utah, is hoping to bring a more affordable resort skiing option to the Wasatch Mountains. Clint Richins, who grew up enjoying winter sports at Snowbasin, has …

The snow keeps piling up at Ski Portillo, Chile. A record-breaking storm dumped more than 200 inches (508cm) of snow in less than a week at Ski Portillo in July, …

Tour operator Inghams is offering more for ski lovers of all things Norway this winter. The company is offering optional Oslo and Bergen city break extensions to Norwegian ski trips …

Crans-Montana Hosts Thousands of Trail Runners – Without the UTMB Mont Blanc Crush Wildstrubel by UTMB brought thousands of runners to the Swiss ski resort, as Crans-Montana continues to move …

Verbier’s winter 2026/27 brings a new Esserts–Savoleyres Telemix, a direct weekend rail connection from Geneva Airport to Le Châble and a new chapter for freeride as the sport heads towards …

One of the strongest El Niño events in the modern record is taking shape heading into the 2026-27 ski season, but Utah skiers looking for a simple answer about what …

When 6-year-old Bryce Rader slipped completely off a chairlift at a Virginia ski resort, the only thing keeping him from falling 16 feet to the ground was his 10-year-old friend. …

Arapaho National Forest, Colorado — There have been various indications this summer in Colorado of last winter’s woeful snowfall. These include well-below-average reservoirs, new potential water rules for the Colorado …

Franconia, New Hampshire — If you were hoping for a quick resolution to Cannon’s aerial tramway replacement, I’ve come bearing bad news. InDepthNH reports that New Hampshire officials are exploring …

A Virginia youth has been honored with a Carnegie Medal for saving his friend from falling off a ski lift. In January 2025, Major Metzger, who was 10 at the …

Getting your body ready for ski season can be a bit of a challenge. If you’re like me, you tend to just stick to summer sports until it’s too cold …

Ski trips can mean very different things to different people. For some skiers, the perfect trip is built around deep powder and a long list of resorts. For others, it …

As Pajarito Mountain Ski Area heads into the 2026-27 winter season, the New Mexico ski resort is getting ready to show off the biggest infrastructure updates in the resort’s 70-year …

As the ongoing El Niño edges into record territory, Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for California, directing agencies to begin preparations for reducing flood, landslide, and …

South Tyrol, Italy — While this summer did cause major damage to Europe’s glaciers, ski season is slowly coming into gear for the continent’s ski industry. Various ski resorts in …

Nova Scotia — It’s been hard to keep track of all the changes going on at a certain Canadian ski resort. Cape Smokey in Nova Scotia recently reopened, and investments …

A new ski film from NS Creative follows freeride skiers Nat Segal and Erin Spong through two winters in the backcountry of British Columbia. Titled Biscuits, the documentary-style film follows …

Tough day for this pickup driver who might need to visit a body shop after getting too close to rutting elk in Colorado. The scene went down on a road …

I’m going to tell you about the best week of the year for girl snowboarders! When a group of like minded snowboard girls come together, mixed with sun/ snow/ shred…that’s …

Les 3 Vallées will welcome a new ski‑in, ski‑out four‑star address this winter as °Fahrenheit Seven Les Menuires opens on 11 December 2026 near the Preyerand cable car. It becomes …

Sugar Bowl Resort has released a new video tour of its Village Locker Room, giving skiers a closer look at one of the completed pieces of the California resort’s massive …

The wait for lift-served skiing in the Austrian Alps could be down to less than a week. Pitztal Glacier and Kaunertal Glacier are both targeting Saturday, Sept. 26, for the …

There may still be plenty of green grass and fall color across Maine, but Sunday River is already making snow. The Newry ski resort fired up its snowmaking system early …

For many skiers, the goal of a new season is pretty simple. Ski more, have more fun, and hopefully become a better skier along the way. Improving your technique can …

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is preparing for the 2026-27 winter season with nearly $2 million in improvements across its mountain operations, snowmaking infrastructure, guest facilities, and tubing park. Snowmaking and …

Snow’s beginning to fall in the mountains and, before too long, we’ll all be clicking into our skis. In the meantime, we all could use a reminder that, yes, summer’s …

I have never visited the city of Vancouver despite flying in and out many times to visit some of the ski resorts in British Columbia – Whistler, Sun Peaks, Fernie, …

A Quebec ski resort known for stretching its ski season deep into spring is about to give visitors another reason to ride a chairlift when there is no snow on …

Skiers at one of Chile’s most unusual mountain resorts got a reminder Friday that Nevados de Chillan is not just a ski destination. It is also an active volcanic complex. …

Armada Skis is adding another heavy hitter to their already incredible stacked team roster. Two-time X Games gold medalist, Olympic silver medalist, and two-time FIS Crystal Globe winner, Mac Forehand …

Oakley® has unveiled Mont Scape, the latest goggle built around the brand’s Conical Lens technology,  a unique Oakley lens shape engineered to deliver a wider, more natural field of view …

Oakley® has unveiled Mont Scape, the latest goggle built around the brand’s Conical Lens technology,  a unique Oakley lens shape engineered to deliver a wider, more natural field of view …

Western South Dakota might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about America’s most unusual landscapes, but the region packs an impressive collection of geological features, …

There are plenty of ways to spend money when it comes to buying ski gear. But beyond the basics, which purchases actually make a noticeable difference on the mountain? We …

More than 80 races and the World Ski Championships in Crans-Montana are on the schedule. October 2026 October 24: Giant Slalom (F) in Sölden October 25: Giant Slalom (Men) in …

The statistics covered 492 ski areas in operation across 37 states in the USA. “The overwhelming majority of skiers and riders wear helmets, and usage has grown dramatically over the …

Interlaken in Switzerland is added as a gateway to the Jungfrau region and more than 200km of pistes plus access to Grindelwald’s ski area. The operator is offering new Oslo …

A familiar personality returns to guide the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team for the coming season and into the next Olympic cycle, toward the Alpes 2030 Winter Games and beyond. …

Alta Ski Area has 1,000 more trees growing on its slopes after volunteers spent their Saturday morning planting Engelmann spruce saplings across the Utah ski area. 50 volunteers joined members …

NOAA has released an updated forecast for the upcoming fall, with above-normal temperatures favored across much of the United States and above-normal precipitation expected across portions of the Southwest and …

One of Colorado’s most popular spots for skiers to earn their turns in the summer and fall has melted out for what seems to be the first time on record. …

Jessie Diggins apparently was not interested in taking it easy after retiring from professional cross-country ski racing. Less than six months after ending one of the most decorated careers in …

Another month, another update from the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center, which is sharing a new map that provides a broad look at the expected temperature and precipitation outcomes …

Temperatures are dropping, and flakes are starting to fly in Summit County, Colorado. Keystone Resort’s North Peak webcams picked up a little flurry of snow on Wednesday night around 8 …

Golden Gate Canyon State Park has become Colorado’s first Urban Night Sky Place after earning a new designation from DarkSky International. The designation recognizes the Colorado Parks and Wildlife park …

June Lake, California — When you think of ski areas in Mono County, you think of one place… June Mountain. Yeah, not really, because Mammoth exists. Which is a shame, …

One of Mt. Bachelor’s most important chairlifts is starting to look very different inside, even though most skiers may not notice much of a difference from the outside. Crews have …

Burlington, Vermont — An up-and-coming ski brand is making notable changes ahead of the 2026-27 season. Last week, Renoun Skis announced that a new ski collection is now available to …

The Australian ski season is entering its final days, with Perisher Ski Resort preparing to close for the 2026 season on Friday, September 25th. The resort remains the last major …

Visitors to Royal Gorge Bridge and Park have a pretty unique way to experience one of Colorado’s most dramatic landscapes. The park introduced two clear-floor gondola cars in February 2026, …

The 2030 French Alpes Winter Olympics now have a finalized sports venue masterplan after the International Olympic Committee Coordination Commission completed its second annual meeting in Lyon this week. The …

A new plan from the International Olympic Committee shows where ski events from super-G to slalom are planned to be hosted when the Winter Olympics touch down in the French …

The Snow League has landed in New Zealand, and its inaugural World Challenge kicks off at Cardrona Alpine Resort this weekend. Unlike the normal Snow League format, where skiers and …

“These Games now have a clear vision, a striking visual identity, a compelling sports programme, an optimised venue plan and solid economic foundations,” said the Chair of the IOC Coordination …

The accident happened on Tuesday and an investigation is underway. The plane crashed 10 minutes after take-off and witnesses reported seeing a fire at the crash site with thick smoke. …

If you are planning on skiing on New Zealand’s Mount Ruapehu over the weekend, we suggest you bring your appetite because there will be free footlong sammies and you don’t …

Before the snow starts flying at Killington, the Vermont resort wants to make sure there is nothing underneath it that should not be there. Killington Resort will host its annual …

Anyone who has been staying in the authentic French ski village of Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise on New Year’s Day in recent years may have been surprised to see skiers heading past in …

Fancy a slopeside sub? How about one that isn’t a five-dollar footlong—but free? You might be in luck, depending on your proximity to Tūroa, a New Zealand ski resort. In …

The countdown to skiing on an Ikon Pass in the United States is officially down to 50 days. Ikon Pass posted an updated list of tentative 2026-27 opening dates on …

Keystone Resort in Colorado got an early reminder that winter is approaching on Wednesday night when the first snowflakes of the season began falling over the mountain. The flakes arrived …

Fall is in the air, which means it’s nearly time for the inaugural winter season of the X Games League. The X Games League made its debut this summer and …

Park City, Utah — Deer Valley Resort’s offseason has been quieter than last year, but that’s not saying much. That’s because last winter saw the debut of 6 new chairlifts, …

Sundance, Utah — The Electric Horseman is coming to life. Not the movie, but rather a ski resort’s new marquee chairlift. Last week was a big milestone for Sundance Mountain …

Utah’s Brighton Resort is bringing back its annual Design the Sign contest with a special anniversary twist. The resort is asking skiers, snowboarders, artists, and fans to create an original …

Snow’s already falling on some of the highest peaks and, depending on how the weather shakes out, the North American ski season could start as soon as next month. If …

California’s 2026-27 ski season is starting to take shape. As of Sept. 17, seven major California ski resorts have published opening dates or targets for the coming winter, with Mammoth …

With temperatures beginning to fall across Colorado, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is preparing to make its first snow of the 2026-27 ski season. The ski area recently shared an update …

Down Under — Last September, Australian ski resorts were enjoying strong snowpacks and enjoyable spring skiing conditions. This September, things look very different. Australia is dealing with arguably its worst …

Earlier this summer, renowned Polish skier and mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel became the first person in history to climb and complete a continuous ski of the Himalaya’s 26,660-foot Nanga Parbat—all without …

Heidi, now the UK’s second-largest ski holiday company, is giving its customers the opportunity to book private instruction directly on their website as part of their wider ski holiday package. …

Eden, Utah — The half-day/afternoon lift ticket seems to have faded from ski resorts’ strategy. When I was growing up, many ski resorts promoted half-day ticket discounts. As multi-mountain passes …

Kai Lenny has spent his career chasing waves in just about every way imaginable. Now the Hawaiian waterman is putting years of that experience into a new app designed for …

Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel has added another remarkable achievement to his growing list of high-altitude firsts. In June 2026, Bargiel climbed Pakistan’s 8,126-meter Nanga Parbat, the world’s 9th-highest mountain, …

One of the world’s best-known freestyle ski resorts has found a way to eliminate a surprisingly large amount of downtime from its snowpark grooming operation. LAAX and snow groomer manufacturer …

A 61-year-old Connecticut man was assisted by New Hampshire Fish and Game conservation officers after suffering a shoulder and back injury during a hike on Mt. Washington Tuesday. According to …

A new mountain bike film follows Alexis Righetti and Bertran Montoya into terrain where riding a bike starts to look a lot more like mountaineering. “ESTOS: Riding The Ultimate Line” …

A mountain lion found resting in a tree near Denver forced a temporary road closure in Westminster, Colorado, on Tuesday, September 15th, as Colorado Parks and Wildlife worked to safely …

Pillán, formerly known as Pucón, stands out as one of the most unusual ski resorts in the Southern Hemisphere. Located on the slopes of Villarrica Volcano in Chile, the resort …

Chile — Chile has had a great ski season, bringing people to resorts and the backcountry to experience the Andes. Ski Arpa is a cat-skiing operation that’s located about a …

Two of the biggest names in outdoor recreation are teaming up. REI Co-op and AllTrails announced a multiyear partnership Sept. 15 that will combine discounted AllTrails memberships for REI members …

No mountains? No problem.  Uruguay, the South American country known for its sunny beaches and star soccer players, just hosted its first-ever alpine ski national championships with a pair of …

The French ski village of Samoens has announced it will be staging a four-day ‘Cheese Party’ this January. The traditional resort, part of the huge Grand Massif ski region which …

The French ski village of Samoens has announced it be staging a four-day ‘Cheese Party’ this January. The traditional resort, part of the huge Grand Massif ski region which has …

A three day music festival at Palisades Tahoe, California, is back, and this time, the singer, songwriter, and rapper behind hits like Buy U a Drank and I’m N Luv, …

We have spent the last few days in the wonderfully off-the-beaten-track ‘town’ of Nordegg in Alberta in Canada. It calls itself a town, but there’s not much of it: 1 …

VIP SKI is launching a new Ski Confidence Week in Val d’Isère. Skiers can still parallel turn, have probably been skiing for years and know perfectly well how to get down …

Manchester Airport creates the most challenges for travellers, with the lowest customer satisfaction in the country. A new study has been released by Click Intelligence and compares all major UK …

For elite skiers and snowboarders, the Northern Hemisphere summer presents a difficult problem. World Cup athletes and Olympic hopefuls need quality snow to prepare for the upcoming season, but most …

Huawei’s new WATCH GT 7 includes a surprisingly sophisticated set of features aimed directly at skiers and snowboarders, including downloadable resort maps, turn tracking, G-force measurements and automatic separation of …

It may still be mid-September, but one of Colorado’s biggest ski resorts says its fall colors are already approaching their best. Breckenridge Ski Resort posted an update this week showing …

One of skiing’s biggest winter music festivals is returning to Palisades Tahoe this December, and the 2026 EDM-centric lineup stacked. Tahoe Live will take over Olympic Valley from Dec. 11-13, …

At most ski resorts across North America, the ski season is a waiting game. You need fresh flakes or cold temperatures to make your own snow. Without at least some …

Yellowstone National Park saw visitation decline again in August 2026, according to new statistics released by the National Park Service. The park recorded 856,467 recreation visits during the month, representing …

French-Swiss artist Saype turned the slopes of a Swiss ski resort into a massive outdoor canvas this summer, creating two temporary paintings that covered nearly 2.7 acres of mountainside. The …

Snow blanketed Big Sky Resort’s high point, Lone Mountain, in a wintry tease this week that got local skiers and fans from afar buzzing about the season to come. The …

Skiers can be fiercely loyal when it comes to equipment, especially when a favorite pair of skis has survived years of hard use. We recently asked our Unofficial Networks Facebook …

With next season just around the corner, is this the year you promise yourself you’ll finally get into the terrain park? Maybe it’s landing your first 180, nailing a box …

The Snow League is returning to European screens for its second season, with Warner Bros. Discovery Sports Europe renewing its commitment to the rapidly growing snowboard and freeski competition. The …

Telluride, Colorado — The drama never appears to stop in the remote ski town of Telluride. A ski patrol strike that lasted into the new year divided the community, and …

Idaho — If you’re a backcountry skier, you know finding and skiing excellent lines isn’t easy. You have to earn your turns, bring the proper gear, assess avalanche risk, and …

During a trip to Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Eileen Gu—the global superstar and decorated Olympic freeskier—found herself forced to remind fans that she needs space on the slopes while …

Sun Valley will host a two-day climate summit next month bringing together ski resort leaders, mountain-town officials, nonprofits and businesses to discuss wildfire resilience, clean energy, transportation and other challenges …

Passo Stelvio in Italy re-opened earlier in September after closing in mid-August due to the warm temperatures. Its glacier ski area was a sorry sight. Photo: pirovano.it, 15 August 2026 …

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is celebrating its 80th anniversary during the 2026-27 winter season with special lift ticket deals, free skiing for 80-year-olds, giveaways, events, and a birthday celebration planned …

Lead Photo Credit: @milliondollarcowboybar Instagram The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar on Jackson’s Town Square has 78,000 Instagram followers. The ski town local bar that residents actually walk into after their …

Seven Springs Mountain Resort is giving skiers a chance to take home a piece of Pennsylvania ski history. The resort will auction individual chairs from its retired Blitzen triple chairlift …

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating two reported black bear attacks on humans that occurred within a span of three days in southern Colorado. One woman was bitten through her …

Doppelmayr Group reported approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue, with major projects at Big Sky and Deer Valley among the installations helping drive growth. The Austrian lift manufacturer announced its …

Ellicottville, New York — In a state with over 50 ski areas, you need to do things well to stand out. Holiday Valley Resort stands out for its high-quality lifts, …

Après ski can look very different depending on where you are in the world. At Valle Nevado in Chile, the experience extends beyond simply grabbing a drink after the lifts …

Ski tour operator Peak Retreats’ have announced they’ll be running a women-only Ski Confidence Week trip in March. The award-winning company, which specialises in ski holidays to France, says its …

Looking for a break from your schoolwork? Want to nerd out about action sports and meet like-minded folk who want to do the same? Dakine Days—a campus tour that’s dropping …

A dramatic video from westbound I-70 near Eisenhower Pass shows just how important Colorado’s runaway truck ramps can be when a commercial vehicle loses control. The video was taken and …

Broomfield, Colorado — The opponents of Vail Resorts have been talking up a storm this summer. Billionaire Matthew Prince continues to actively voice his desire to purchase Park City Mountain …

A new proposal could eventually give skiers a way to travel from Denver International Airport to Colorado’s mountain resorts without getting behind the wheel. According to the Summit Daily, Denver …

Stifel’s annual U.S. Ski Team fundraiser brought in $1.35 million in St. Louis, supporting training, programs and athlete development, U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced Monday. Stifel chairman and CEO Ron …

As the new winter edition of the X Games League gathers steam, the event circuit’s organizers are announcing where skiers and snowboarders can tune in to watch their favorite pros …

Clear Creek County is making good on its warning to visitors parking along Guanella Pass Road as the fall leaf-peeping season gets underway in Colorado. Following the county’s recent installation …

The action sports championships X Games, the winter version of which has mostly happened in Colorado over the past few decades, is taking the concept on the road this winter …

Another wintry tease has blown across western states and provinces, delivering, in some cases, solid and measurable snow accumulations. One of the big winners was Crystal Mountain, Washington, which previously …

The X Games are expanding their winter competition into a new era with the launch of the MoonPay X Games League Winter Season. The inaugural season will bring top ski …

Tannersville, Pennsylvania — Camelback Resort had a poor reputation. Issues like crowding, paid parking, and poor snow quality left guests disgruntled. Owned since 2019 by KSL Resorts, the resort drew …

Enfield, New Hampshire — It hasn’t been the easiest past few years at Whaleback Mountain, but the hiring of a new executive director will hopefully lead it toward a more …

New York’s ski resorts are putting their chairlifts to work before the snow arrives. Bristol Mountain began its seasonal Fall Sky Rides on Sept. 12, while Gore Mountain’s dedicated leaf-peeping …

Last week, Aspen Snowmass appeared to be quietly selling $3.75 lift tickets for December 14th, 2026, leaving skiers wondering whether the unbelievable price was a glitch or an intentional promotion. …

The $3.75 Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, lift tickets honoring the resort’s 80th Anniversary that sent the internet scrambling last week are back on sale, but they likely won’t last for long. …

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Manning Park Resort is looking beyond its next chairlift replacement. The British Columbia mountain has released a Ski Resort Development Plan proposing additional ski terrain, redesigned lift connections, a more …

One of Arizona’s most unusual mountain-lion sightings doesn’t involve an animal at all. The Superstition Mountains’ famous Cougar Shadow is expected to return during its fall viewing window from September …

Your next backyard hangout could have a little more ski-town character than the usual patio furniture. The Town of Mountain Village, Colorado, is auctioning 10 refurbished gondola cabins, with proceeds …

Alta, Utah — In a vintage video brochure from Alta’s 50th anniversary, the narrator repeatedly proclaims that “Alta is for skiers.” However, that wasn’t always the case. Earlier this year, …

The Pacific Northwest is home to vibrant cities like Seattle and Portland, yet its stunning Oregon and Washington coastline has no major urban hubs. In Geography By Geoff’s captivating YouTube …

America’s Secret Island: The Enigmatic Palmyra Atoll Revealed Palmyra Atoll, America’s secret island, lies deep in the Pacific Ocean. This U.S. territory is so remote and pristine that most Americans …

Snowvana is taking its winter kickoff party across the country this fall, combining discounted gear, ski films, resort deals and live entertainment at four stops from Seattle to Wisconsin. Organizers …

The Most Beautiful Ski Towns: Insights from Enthusiasts on Unofficial Networks We asked the Unofficial Networks community a simple question: “What is the most beautiful ski town?” The responses flooded …

Colorado skiers and snowboarders are already looking ahead to the 2026/27 season, with several resorts now publishing their planned opening dates. The state’s ski season could begin as early as …

Washington State’s Mount Adams, sometimes referred to as Washington’s Forgotten Giant, is overshadowed by nearby Mount Rainier and Mount Hood and might be the most underrated mountain in the United …

It is an ungodly hour. My dad, probably wearing enormous snow boots, is stomping around the kitchen and back room, organizing gear. If I’m awake now, he’s probably been awake …

From high-altitude glacier skiing in the autumn to the wider opening of Austria‘s mountain resorts as winter gets underway, there are plenty of opportunities to get on the snow early. …

Steamboat’s plan to get its halfpipe open earlier starts with something you won’t find coming out of a snow gun: dirt. The Colorado resort is using material excavated during construction …

Some ski resort upgrades make their biggest impression after the sun goes down. Blue Mountain Resort near Palmerton, Pennsylvania, is installing 315 new LED trail lights for the 2026-27 season, …

Taos Ski Valley is introducing a ski vacation where someone else handles nearly everything, from finding your next run to arranging dinner. The starting price: $2,750 per person, per night. …

New England may be one of the most densely settled regions in the United States, but its landscape contains some remarkably unusual geographic features. From a tidal whirlpool capable of …

Choosing one ski resort to visit for the rest of your life is an almost impossible question for anyone who loves skiing. With thousands of mountains around the world offering …

At Argentina’s Las Leñas ski resort, there’s a little lift you may have heard of: Marte. Humble in stature but legendary in terrain access, the two-seater, which is often closed, …

Up to 20cm of fresh snowfall has been reported above 3,000m on ski slopes in the Alps. It’s the first snowfall of meteorological autumn and a positive sign after the …

When it comes to iconic ski resort chairlifts there are few more recognizable than Jackson Hole’s Aerial Tram. In just 9-minutes The Tram whisks 100 skiers and snowboarders at time …

Lac La Belle, Michigan — You know it’s the offseason at Mount Bohemia when they announce they’re adding more terrain for next winter. It seems like Bohemia keeps expanding its …

After nearly a decade, Alta Ski Area, Utah, will have a new general manager: David P. Hirasawa. On October 19, Hirasawa will succeed Michael Maughan, who ran the ski area …

Hokkaido — If you’re only able to make one Japanese ski trip in your lifetime, it should be to Hokkaido. This powder-filled region above mainland Japan features legendary resorts like …

Tupper Lake, New York — One of the most ambitious Northeast ski area real estate developments could become a reality if it finds the right owners. The Adirondack Explorer reports …

Following a string of fatal crashes this summer on the steep, winding mountain road that connects Jackson, Wyoming, to the Idaho communities where many locals live, the Wyoming Department of …

A new chairlift can do more than shorten the ride uphill. Sometimes, it changes where you start your morning, which terrain you can reach, and how you connect your favorite …

Two young adult grizzly bears were euthanized this week after a series of conflicts near homes in Lincoln, Montana, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. The bears repeatedly accessed …

One of skiing’s more unusual rivalries is about to add another chapter. Park City, Utah, is preparing to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its annual Shot Ski this fall, and …

Moxy Hotels has opened its newest property in Japan at Niseko Village, bringing a 310-room hotel with direct ski-in and ski-out access to one of Asia’s most famous powder destinations. …

High in the Teton Range, patches of ice tucked beneath some of the mountains’ most dramatic peaks are doing something that might not be obvious from a distance: they’re moving. …

Fall visitors heading into Colorado’s mountains are being warned to plan ahead as leaf-peeping season gets underway at Guanella Pass. Clear Creek County has installed temporary no parking signs along …

A nomination window for Vail Resorts’ Board of Directors closed yesterday, September 10, 2026, according to a press release published by the company. Five nominations were made in total by …

History, secrecy, and gastronomy on a ski trip to Eastern Norway’s Telemark region The train doors clang open, the sound echoing up and down the steep concrete steps. Grabbing my …

Ischgl will launch their 2026/27 winter season with Westlife set to headline the Top of the Mountain Opening Concert on 28 November 2026, bringing the band’s ongoing 25‑year anniversary celebrations …

The Super Bowl of Mountain Biking, otherwise known as Red Bull Rampage, is back for another edition in Southern Utah’s striking desert landscape. Red Bull Rampage has bounced around a …

Another month, another update from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center that raises the odds of a “historic” El Niño event even higher.  “During the October-December 2026 season, there is a 75% …

The departure of Grospiron marks the latest setback in the event’s troubled governance. “His decision to leave the presidency is part of a deliberate, organised and fully assumed transition, taken …

Congratulations are in order for French professional mountain biker Kilian Bron who got sweet revenge three full years after failing an objective high in the Andes mountains of Bolivia. “Without …

The race to open ski resorts earlier and keep them covered when winter weather refuses to cooperate is increasingly being fought with pumps, compressors, automated snow guns, and a whole …

Over the summer Alpine Fleet launched new shared lines to Chamonix and Morzine featuring both multi-drop and door-to-door options. “The response from passengers was fantastic, and that momentum is carrying …

Australia’s 2026 ski season is coming to an unusually early end after record warmth, rain, and a lack of sustained snowfall devastated the country’s alpine snowpack. Several major Australian ski …

A roughly 300-pound black bear died in Durango this weekend after Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers discovered its stomach and upper intestine were completely blocked by trash. The incident is …

Wild sequence from the slopes of Patagonia, Argentina of a snow-scooter rider who took an unexpected tumble after inching his way out on a fragile cornice. Mirko Luqe is a …

A hiker stranded on Mount Hood was rescued Sunday after becoming disoriented in worsening weather and ending up trapped above a waterfall in the lower Big Zig Zag Canyon. The …

What year is it? 1946? It was, apparently, for a brief time when skiers and snowboarders online discovered that Aspen Snowmass—the glamorous and well-known group of Colorado ski areas—was, inexplicably, …

The brand perhaps best known for its eclectic top sheets is back with a new ski graphic, and it’s one that celebrates a facet of ski culture near and dear …

Ikon Pass is expanding its presence in Asia for the 2026-27 ski season with three new resort additions in Japan and China. Madarao Mountain Resort in Japan and Beidahu Ski …

Peak-day lift tickets are approaching $400 at major U.S. ski resorts. Add parking, rentals and lunch, and one day on the mountain can cost more than $500 per person—before you …

Montana’s mountains are increasingly likely to see their first impactful snowfall of the 2026–2027 season this weekend, with snow levels potentially falling to around 7,000 feet and several inches possible …

The countdown to winter is officially on. Here are the 2026–27 ski season opening dates that resorts across North America have announced so far. Updated September 10, 2026 The 2026–27 …