Echo Mountain
Echo Mountain, Colorado, is the ski resort closest to Denver, at 35 miles and less than an hour away. This makes Echo Mountain one of the most convenient ski resorts imaginable. The resort is also known for its season pass that's lower than other resorts with no restrictions, and lower prices overall to make it more affordable for whole family.
Echo Mountain offers a variety of trails from beginner to advanced, and ski school complete with a Magic Carpet lift. Park features and improvements last season help make Echo Mountain a top Colorado resort. With 15 trails of all skill levels and an average snowfall of about 220 inches per years, it's a great consistent ski and snowboard experience.
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Getting to Echo Mountain couldn't be any easier. Leaving Denver, which is served by Denver International Airport, take I-70 West and exit onto Evergreen Parkway. Turn right on Hwy 103 (Squaw Pass Road) and follow that for 11 miles to see the entrance to the Echo Mountain area. From the Summit County and Idaho Springs area, take I-70 East until you reach Highway 103. Take that for about 18 miles to the mountain.
Find some great deals on lodging in the Echo Mountain area includes over a dozen top quality choices, for everything from discount motels to elegant and luxurious condominium style lodging. Rental homes, ski chalets, cottages, cabins, bed & breakfasts and ski inns and resorts in the area are available for overnight and multi-night stays near Echo Mountain.
Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding and a special emphasis on racing and snowboarding clinics to help new skiers learn the necessary skills to do both. A terrain pipe offers boxes, jibs and rails for both experienced riders and new riders trying to learn the sport. The ski school offers lessons for small children, adolescents and adults. There's a special learning area with the Magic Carpet lift and a handle-tow. And there are freestyle lessons and clinics available for those interested in learning to handle all the fun features in the terrain park. Learn the tips and tricks directly from the Echo snowboarding team and you'll be handling the jibs and rails like a pro in no time.
