Loveland Ski Area is one of the closest ski resorts to Denver. It is located by Loveland Pass on the Continental Divide. It gets lots of snow and has one of the longest ski seasons in Colorado. It is popular with locals because of its proximity to Denver, its long season and its relatively inexpensive lift tickets. There’s lots of terrain here, with a beginners area for those just starting out. Loveland is not a full scale resort with lots of lodging and a ski town attached to it, but there is plenty of great skiing to be had and can be a quick ski getaway for locals and visitors to Denver.
| Location | Loveland Ski Area is located in central Colorado. It is 53 miles west of Denver and 12 miles from Silverthorne. |
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| Airports | Denver International Airport- 80 miles |
| Season Length | October to May (typical length, depending on weather) |
| Hours | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. M-F 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on weekends and designated holidays |
Mountain Info
| Acres | 1570 |
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| Base Elevation | 10,800 ft |
| Summit Elevation | 13,010 ft |
| Vertical Rise | 2210 ft |
| Avg. Annual Snowfall | 422 in |
| Lessons | Yes |
| Rentals | Yes |
| Terrain Park | Yes |
| Snowcat Skiing | Yes |
| Cross Country Skiing | No |
| Night Skiing | No |
| Trails | 93 |
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| Longest Run | 2 Miles |
| Terrain | 13% Beginner 41% Intermediate 46% Advanced |
| Lifts | 2 double 3 triple 3 quad 1 surface lift 1magic carpet |
| Amenities | Cafeteria, restaurant, bar |
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| Trail Map Link | Loveland Ski Area Trail Map |
| Ski Town | Loveland is not associated with a ski town but is close to the mountain town of Silverthorne and is about an hour away from Denver. |
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| Summer | — |