Which Ski Resorts Are Still Open in the West? Here's Every One - and When They Close - SnowBrains

"The ski season in Colorado is being described as the worst in 50 years, with resorts opening less than half their usual terrain for much of the winter."

"In Utah, the snowpack peaked at 75% of average in late February before collapsing to just 15% of median by late March, marking a 60-point drop in less than a month."

"Dozens of ski areas in the West called it a season weeks ahead, with some smaller resorts in New Mexico, Idaho, Nevada, and the Pacific Northwest never opening or closing as early as February."

"Major resorts have also been affected, with Deer Valley closing three weeks early and Aspen's Buttermilk and Highlands both closing ahead of schedule."

The 2025-26 ski season in the American West is concluding with significant challenges, including below-average snowfall and an unprecedented spring heat wave. Colorado is facing its worst ski season in 50 years, with resorts operating less than half their typical terrain. Utah's snowpack saw a drastic decline from 75% to 15% of the median in just a month. Many ski areas have closed early, with some never opening, affecting both small and major resorts across the region.

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