Uphill Policies




Rocky Mountain Uphill Ski Resort Policies

UPDATED FOR THE 2023/24 SEASON

We reviewed 78 resorts encompassing the rocky mountain region.

At this time, 56 of the resorts have written uphill travel policies available.

6 of the resorts in this region have written policies that do not allow uphill skinning. Some of those resorts have backcountry access instead though

It is our hope that with the right conversations we can help create uphill access at more resorts in the Rocky Mountains.

This region is one of the most progressive in the country, especially Colorado, when it comes to policies and an embracing culture.

Resort access varies widely. Hours of operation and uphill access can change from day to day. Below you will find uphill access hours allowed and potential costs for uphill travel at your local resort. We have also provuided links to each resorts uphill policy for your review before heading out. We do our best to provide the most accurate informaton. Please be sure to check with your local resort before heading out on the mountain.

NOTE: A variety of factors can close uphill access for resorts including early season operations, snowmaking, lack of snow and avalanche mitigation. Always check with your resort before heading out.


Arizona


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Snowbowl Non-Operating Hours Only Free, Uphill Access Permit Required View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Arizona - Mount Lemmon Ski Valley and Sunrise Park Resort.


Colorado


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Arapahoe Basin Anytime Free Uphill Pass Required View Policy
Aspen Snowmass Anytime Pass Required. View Policy for trailmaps and important information before heading out. View Policy
Beaver Creek 30 mins after lift closed to 15 mins before lift opens Free - Required to call Uphill Access Hotline: 970-754-5907. Designated Routes View Policy
Breckenridge Non-Opertaing Hours Only Free, view policy for important information regarding trail access. Trail Hotline: 970-547-5627 View Policy
Cooper Anytime Free Access View Policy
Copper Mountain Non-Operating Hours and Day Time Routes AvailableOnly Uphill pass $79, Armbands Required. Private uphill tours, equipment rentals and uphill reace series also available. View Policy
Crested Butte 4:30 pm to 8:45 am Free, Uphill Access Hotline: 970-349-2345 View Policy
Howelsen Hill Ski Area Non-Operating Hours Only Free, Check for uphill access View Policy
Keystone Non-Operating Hours Only Free, Uphill access hotline number: 970-496-4033 View Policy
Loveland Non-Operating Hours Only $50/season. 50% of proceeds donated to the Alpine Rescue Team and the National Forest Foundation. View Policy
Monarch Mountain Anytime $59/season or Season Pass View Policy
Powderhorn Mountain Resort Anytime $19/day or $54/season View Policy
Purgatory Access Allowed. Check site for policies around when and where. View Policy
Steamboat Non-Operating Hours Only Uphill Pass/Armband Required View Policy
Sunlight Mountain Resort Anytime Restricted $10/day or $50/season View Policy
Telluride 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Free View Policy
Vail 4:30 pm to 8:00 am Free, Uphill Access Info: 1-970-754-1023 View Policy
Winter Park Anytime $25/season, armband required. Uphill Events and guided tours available. View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Colorado - Echo Mountain, Eldora Mountain Resort, and Wolf Creek.


Idaho


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Bogus Basin Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Brundage Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Lookout Pass Ski Area 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Current Day Lift ticket or Season Pass Holders Only View Policy
Pebble Creek Ski Area 9:30 am to 4:00 pm No Price Listed View Policy
Tamarack Resort Unsure Access is permitted, check policy to see if uphill routes are open. View Policy
Schweitzer NO Uphill Access Allowed View Policy
Sun Valley 5:00 am to 8:00 am and 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Free View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Idaho - Bald Mountain Ski Area, Kelly Canyon Ski Area, Magic Montain Ski Area, Pomerelle Mountain Resort, Silver Mountain and Soldier Mountain Ski Area.


Montana


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Big Sky Operating Hours Only $5/Pass required View Policy
Bridger Bowl NO Uphill Access Allowed View Policy
Great Divide Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Lost Trail Ski Area Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Showdown Montana Anytime Free, designated routes View Policy
Snowbowl Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Red Lodge Mountain 4:30 pm and 9:00 am $20/day or $50/season View Policy
Whitefish Mountain 6:00 am to 7:00 pm $16/day or $140/season View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Montana - Blacktail Mountain Ski Area, Discovery Ski Area, and Maverick Mountain.


New Mexico


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Angel Fire Resort No time Listed Prior written authorization from management required View Policy
Pajarito Mountain Ski Area Anytime Free View Policy
Sipapu Ski Resort 5:00 pm to 9:00 am Free Uphill Access Pass Required View Policy
Ski Santa Fe Anytime Free View Policy
Taos 7:00 am to 9:00 am Free View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in New Mexico - Red River, Sandia Peak and Ski Apache.


Utah


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Alta Times vary Free, use designated routes. Grizzly Gulch and Catherine's Pass backcountry options available View Policy
Beaver Mountain Non Operating Hours Free, use designated routes View Policy
Brian Head Resort No Approval Not allowed unless authorized by management View Policy
Brighton Anytime Free, restricted parking, check for uphill routes open View Policy
Deer Valley NO Uphill Access Allowed on Resort. Backcountry options available View Policy
Park City 6:00 pm to 8:30 am Free, TEXT "UPHILL" to 435-244-7169 to receive up-to-date information. Parking Restrictions View Policy
Powder Mountain During Operating Hours Only Lift Ticket or Pass Required View Policy
Snowbasin 4:00 am to 3:00 pm Free Pass and Armband Required. Offering 4 moonlit tours throughout the season in 2024. View Policy
Snowbird NO Uphill Access Allowed View Policy
Solitude Mountain 4:30 pm (5:30 pm after Marc h 10th) to 10:00 pm Free View Policy
Sundance NO Uphill Access Allowed View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Utah - Eagle Point and Nordic Valley Resort.


Wyoming


Resort Hours Cost Resort Policy
Grand Targhee Non-Operating Hours Only Free View Policy
Jackson Hole NO Uphill Access Allowed View Policy
Sleeping Giant Non-Opertaing Hours Only Free View Policy
Snowy Ranga Anytime Free View Policy
Snow King Mountain Anytime $25/day or $200/season View Policy
White Pine Ski Area Anytime Free, use designated routes View Policy

The following resorts do not have stated policies in Wyoming - Beartooth Bason, Hogadon Basin, Medowlark Ski Lodge and Pine Creek Ski Resort.



If you do not see a policy listed for your local ski resort, feel free to contact us. We will be more than happy to research your local resort's policy, as well as try to advocate for uphill access if the resort currently does not allow it. You can reach us at noliftneeded@gmail.com.


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