I had the best time this year using the Ikon pass to visit resorts I had always dreamed of. Of all the trips (Aspen, Steamboat, Squaw/Alpine, Mammoth, SLC), the resorts in Colorado were standouts. What I especially enjoyed were the long ski runs. Whereas at most ski resorts I am required to frequently sit on a lift; at Ajax, Snowmass, and Steamboat, the wonderfully long runs allowed for ample time on the slope before returning to the chair.
And let’s face it, Colorado is a very cool state. I plan to return next season and maybe visit some different places. Copper Mountain and Winter Park are both on the Ikon pass. Could you please share your thoughts?
Specifically:
1) If you had to choose one resort over the other which would you choose and why? Maybe I should just visit both.
2) Are there convenient shuttles and public transportation or should I just plan to rent a car? I will be visiting mid-week and the ski train to WP only runs on weekends. I don’t enjoy winter driving but am not completely against it if it makes sense.
3) Where do you recommend staying at each resort? Winter Park seems pretty clear-cut... at Copper there are some nearby towns (Frisco, Dillon, Silverthorne). Are these good options?
Thank you
And let’s face it, Colorado is a very cool state. I plan to return next season and maybe visit some different places. Copper Mountain and Winter Park are both on the Ikon pass. Could you please share your thoughts?
Specifically:
1) If you had to choose one resort over the other which would you choose and why? Maybe I should just visit both.
2) Are there convenient shuttles and public transportation or should I just plan to rent a car? I will be visiting mid-week and the ski train to WP only runs on weekends. I don’t enjoy winter driving but am not completely against it if it makes sense.
3) Where do you recommend staying at each resort? Winter Park seems pretty clear-cut... at Copper there are some nearby towns (Frisco, Dillon, Silverthorne). Are these good options?
Thank you