The closest ski resort to Denver is the Loveland Ski Area and this is one of the Denver Ski resorts where all the locals go. The Loveland Ski area sees 400″ of snowfall every year. If you have ideas of fulfilling a childhood dream of walking on clouds, walking on these fluffy pillows of snow is probably as close as you are going to get to that dream.

If you’re a seasoned skier or snowboarder, or simply want to give it a try, Denver ski resorts have something to suit everyone’s taste. Loveland lies about 53 miles away from Denver and is located in the Arapaho National Forest. As the locals know the best places to go, you might try to tag along with some!

Every bit of the 1,365 acre resort is ski-worthy, and is in fact the 10th largest Denver resort for skiing. Although the ski season depends upon the snowfall, you can usually expect the season at Loveland to start around late October—a bit earlier than most resorts in the U.S. You might feel a bit safer at this resort, as there is an 18” base of man-made snow which helps slim down the chance of ice patches developing.

If you’ve always wanted to experience the snowy wonder of the Rocky Mountains, you will find that Denver ski resorts are the perfect place to fulfill that dream. Loveland, in particular, would be a terrific place to visit, even if you aren’t very experienced at snow sports. There are mild trails to the south of the resort, good for beginners and intermediate skill levels, and the north side offers aggressive tracks for the more experienced, thrill-seeking skier.

The double-black diamond and black diamond runs provide a death defying ski ride for the daredevils, while intermediary skiers will also find the ideal challenge. You will be able to find a map and directions to this resort online at the Loveland site. The resort offers different skiing programs for adults and kids, and tots and teens are encouraged to enjoy the pleasures of snowboarding. They also have an All Terrain All Conditions clinic available for skiers with advanced capabilities, and there is nothing better than enjoying a mouthwatering barbecue at the Basin Deck after a hard days skiing.