Mountain Review: Lake Louise (2021-2023)
Despite the occasional extreme cold spell, this Banff resort’s jaw-dropping vistas and varied terrain distinguish it from competitors.
Mountain Review: Banff Sunshine Village (2019-2022)
This absolutely striking resort has consistent snow and terrain for everyone, although frigid spells are common during the core season.
Mountain Review: Revelstoke (2022-2023)
This one-of-a-kind Canadian Rockies resort should be on every expert’s bucket list, but it feels like it hasn’t been developed to its full potential.
Mountain Review: Big Sky (With Tram Add-on)
Purchasing the extra-cost Lone Peak Tram add-on gets visitors lift-serviced access to Big Sky’s most extreme terrain, highest elevation, and best views. However, competing mountains offer similarly unique terrain for a far lower cost of entry.
Mountain Review: Sun Valley - Dollar Mountain
Sun Valley’s beginner zone is way too small and variable to warrant a trip to on its own. But for those in town already, its unconventional footprint may be worth stopping by.
Mountain Review: Sun Valley
This Idaho mountain offers a world-class terrain experience for families, but snow and conditions are not as consistent as at other Rockies resorts. Despite a recent terrain expansion, the mountain still isn’t ideal for experts.
Mountain Review: Snowbasin
Despite a lack of on-site lodging, this Utah resort stays competitive thanks to diverse hills, striking peaks, and top-of-the-line facilities.
Mountain Review: Buttermilk
Aspen’s beginner-centric mountain offers a good learning environment and excellent terrain parks, but the area is otherwise uncompetitive and overpriced.
Mountain Review: Aspen Mountain
The oldest Aspen ski area offers incredible views of town on a relatively compact footprint, but the resort could use logistical enhancements in lower-mountain areas.
Mountain Review: Aspen Highlands
While modestly sized, this Aspen resort offers a surprisingly local feel and a diverse, demanding expert footprint.