"A ski trip out west can be a dream vacation for skiers and snowboarders in the East, with bigger mountains and more snow making for some jawdropping ski experiences. But there's plenty that should be known ahead for those heading out west for the first time ever. PeakRankings provided the must-known fundamental differences between West vs. East Coast skiing, and the tips that make heading west quite a bit easier. Expect much larger resorts. Plan to stay for enough days if you hope to explore."
"Prepare for new terrain types. Wider-spaced glades, above treeline bowl skiing, and expert terrain with steep drops are all frequently found out west. Adjust trail rating expectations. Trail ratings can be much more difficult in the west, with an East Coast black sometimes feeling like a Western blue. Prepare for hike-to terriain. Some of the best expert terrain in the west requires a hike, often getting less traffic and holding better snow."
Western U.S. ski areas are generally much larger with varied terrain including wider-spaced glades, above-treeline bowls, steep expert lines and hike-to chutes. Trail ratings tend to be harder than on the East Coast, so run labels can be misleading. Many western resorts sit above 10,000 feet, so arrive early to acclimate, stay hydrated, and expect greater fatigue. Western ski towns offer larger villages, nightlife, and après-ski. Travel from airports can be lengthy and require AWD/4WD, winter tires or chains. Avoid peak holidays, start early to beat lift lines, and book lodging and lift tickets in advance.
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