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Back Bowls and Beyond

Get the inside scoop on everything you need to explore our Legendary Mountain!

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A Powder Hound's New Best Friend

Leitner-Poma has been on-site with our Vail Mountain team to bring you our NEWEST chairlift – Sun Down Express (#17).

Posted on January 14, 2023 - Read More

How to Make the Most our of your MLK Weekend Trip to Vail

We’ve got the inside scoop on everything that’s happening, and some tips on how to make the most out of your holiday weekend.

Posted on January 13, 2023 - Read More

Sunrise View from Mountain Top Express with Undercast in Vail, CO

How to make the most out of your holiday at Vail Mountain!

The holidays in Vail are a spectacular time of year. If you’re visiting us this December through the New Year, here are a few tips from us to you!

Posted on December 23, 2022 - Read More

It's a BIG week at Vail Mountain

On Dec. 1st we gave you a sneak peek at the Back Bowls and what they looked like. Most areas needed more snow, and the south facing aspects were predominantly brown.

Posted on December 12, 2022 - Read More

Thanksgiving Week Skiing and Riding

Our 60th Anniversary season is off to a celebratory start, and we’re excited to welcome you back to legendary skiing and riding during this season full of thanks.

Posted on November 22, 2022 - Read More

Tips for Beginners

We want everyone to be prepared and have a great early season experience at Vail Mountain from beginners to experts.

Posted November 18, 2022 - Read More

Epic Lift Update

What’s better than one new lift? TWO! The Vail Mountain operation teams have been working hard to install two new chairlifts.

Posted November 17, 2022 - Read More

Fall Foliage Gore Range in Vail Colorado

Vail Mountain's Photo Pros Talk Fall Photography

Fall's the perfect time to capture the perfect photo. Here's some tips from our photo pros:

Posted September 16, 2022 - Read More

Tips For Summer In the Mountains

There’s so much more to Vail than just our epic powder days. Summertime in the Rocky Mountains is full of activities with something for everyone.

Posted July 23rd, 2022 - Read More

20th Anniversary GoPro Mountain Games kick off summer in Vail

The annual GoPro Mountain Games serve as a signal – rather a beacon – that summer has arrived here in Colorado.

Posted May 27, 2022 - Read More

Check Out The New Hangout At Golden Peak

Looking for a place to lounge while listening to live music at the GoPro Mountain Games and talking to Mountain Games athletes?

Posted May 26, 2022 - Read More

National Brotherhood of Skiers Selects Vail Mountain for 2023 Golden 50th Anniversary Summit

(NBS), in partnership with Vail Resorts, the Town of Vail, and the Vail Valley Partnership, is proud to share that NBS has selected Vail Mountain for its Golden 50th Anniversary Summit.

Posted Mar. 29, 2022 - Read More

Fun in the Sun: Spring Skiing in Vail

March kicks off longer days and warmer temps, but it can also be the snowiest month in Vail. This makes spring THE dreamiest season to hit Vail Mountain.

Posted Mar. 24, 2022 - Read More

Level Up At Vail

Are you dreaming of leveling up your mountain game? The instructors at Ski & Snowboard School are called “world-class” for a reason.

Posted Mar. 15, 2022 - Read More

Legendary Terrain: China Bowl

“What makes China Bowl so special?” Some say it’s the mellow groomers, some say it’s the long meandering glades, some say it’s the hidden route to the Back Bowls…There’s no wrong reason to love China Bowl.

Posted Feb. 19, 2022 - Read More