Palisades Tahoe Base-to-Base Gondola Will Not Operate for 2021-22
More work is needed to complete this 8-passenger gondola, which will provide lift-serviced access between the Olympic Valley and Alpine meadows zones for the first time.
Snowbasin Middle Bowl Express Lift Nears Completion
When complete, the Utah resort’s second six-pack is set to have major implications for its terrain desirability and traffic flow.
Vail Resorts Axes Trail Maps at All Its Resorts
A traditional ski resort staple is disappearing from Vail Resorts mountains, with environmental concerns spearheading the decision.
Aspen Mountain Pandora Expansion Gets Final Approval
A key terrain expansion at Aspen’s townside ski area is likely one step closer to approval after a straw poll from Pitkin County commissioners. The new resort zone would bring 153 acres of traditional and glade terrain on the mountain’s upper east flank.
Keystone’s New Peru Express Six-Pack Nears Completion
The finishing touches are being put on what will become Keystone’s third six-pack chairlift. This installation is more of a routine upgrade than a major transformation for the resort’s experience.
Whiteface Is Planning a New High-Speed Lift and Trails for Future Seasons. Here Are Our Initial Thoughts.
In preparation for a major 2023 competition event, New York’s Whiteface ski area is proposing a series of enhancements that have the potential to address lower-mountain crowding bottlenecks and annoying trail logistics.
Jackson Hole Rendezvous Peak Bootpack Axed for 2021-22
The bootpack to the top of Jackson Hole’s Rendezvous Bowl will not be offered this season, according to a press release put out by the resort this week. Normal capacity guidelines will return on the aerial tram.
Sierra-At-Tahoe’s West Bowl to Be Closed for 2021-22 Season, Other Openings Delayed Through at Least 2022
In late August, Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort was ravaged by the Caldor Fire, which caused extensive damage to lifts, facilities, and some terrain. With its most recent update, the resort has given a sense of just how much damage was done.
Steamboat Maintaining Amended Version of its Virtual Gondola Line, Removes Priest Creek Lift for 2021-22
The virtual line program for Steamboat’s gondola is returning this winter, with a few modifications based on learnings from the summer season. The Colorado resort has also removed its oldest lift.
Powdr Offering Refunds to Killington, Snowbird, Copper, and Mount Bachelor Passholders Over Controversial “Fast Tracks” Program
As a result of the considerable controversy generated by the Fast Tracks program, Powdr is offering refunds to season passholders for the four impacted resorts. The program will still be implemented as planned.