Colorado Ski Areas Report 13.8 Million Visits Third Highest Season

Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) announced that the 2024-25 ski season saw a preliminary total of 13.8 million skier visits in Colorado, marking the third-highest season ever for skier traffic in the state. This season featured a strong start with solid snowfall in November, variable mid-season weather, and a snowy spring that extended skiing into May, with member resorts adapting well to these conditions. Colorado accounted for about 22% of all skier visits nationally, with the U.S. recording 61.5 million visits, the second-highest on record. Developments this season included new facilities like Eldora’s Caribou Lodge supporting adaptive sports, value pricing strategies such as Ski Cooper’s affordable lift tickets, and high-profile events including Aspen Snowmass hosting The Snow League and the Winter X Games. Vail Resorts, not part of CSCUSA, reported a slight decline in visitation but remains a major player with its Colorado ski areas accounting for roughly 40% of the state’s skier traffic. Overall, robust events, innovations, and community engagement contributed to sustained enthusiasm for skiing and snowboarding in Colorado.