2024 Ski Resort Upgrades Ranked: Which Were Hits and Which Flopped?
We rank the major 2023-24 North American ski resort upgrades in order of their overall effectiveness, and we highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each initiative.
The 10 Highest Ski/Snowboard Lesson Prices In North America: 2023-24
Learning how to ski or snowboard has never been cheap, but at the most prestigious destinations, this season’s lesson costs approach an entirely new tier of insanity.
What’s New at Every Destination Ski Resort: 2023-24
Over the past few years, ski resorts have absolutely exploded with new investments. And this upcoming season is perhaps the craziest one yet—across the North American ski scene, more than 30 major ski resorts are in for some sort of serious upgrade.
Summer Ski Resorts: Are They Worth the Trip?
Is skiing during the warmest time of year a crazy idea—or is it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? We’ve prepared a comprehensive analysis on whether this type of trip is right for you.
2023 PeakRankings Mountain Score and Rankings Adjustments: Full Changes
Dozens of mountains see score changes reflecting on-mountain improvements, while we’ve made a few category tweaks to better reflect overall resort experiences.
The 10 Highest Ski/Snowboard Lesson Prices In North America for 2022-23
Learning how to ski or snowboard has never been cheap, but at the most prestigious destinations, this season’s lesson costs approach an entirely new tier of insanity.
Alterra Announces Mammoth and Deer Valley Lift Enhancements, Crystal Parking Investments in Updated Capital Plan
The mountain company also re-confirmed gondola projects at Steamboat and Palisades Tahoe and a base area redevelopment at Deer Valley.
State of 2021-22 Ski Resort Operating Plans, Opening Dates, and Updates
In the wake of the rapidly spreading COVID-19 Omicron variant, several resorts have added new mask mandates. No outdoor capacity restrictions have been reinstated as of yet.
Video Review: Mammoth
An in-depth video review of Mammoth Mountain, a large California ski resort located in the Inyo National Forest.
Mammoth Rock Avoidance Challenge: Dropout Chutes
Is it possible to get down Mammoth’s double-black Dropout Chutes during the peak season without hitting a single rock? Our ranker-in-chief Sam finds out.