This Is Where Locals Ski in Colorado-and It's Known for Its Long Ski Season, 'Beach' Tailgating, and Highest-elevation Restaurant in North America

"A-Basin's staff and location contribute to our long season. Positioned on the Continental Divide with a base elevation of over 10,000 feet, we're blessed with early and late season snow that sticks around for a long time. But truthfully, without the passion of our management team and entire staff, we would not be able to provide such a long season for our guests. It's our employees that ultimately make the season last so long with a lot of hard work and dedication to the ski area."

"How to Get There If you are flying in, you'll want to land in Denver International Airport. From there, rent a car and drive to the resort. Arapahoe Basin sits roughly 65 miles from Denver, and you'll take I-70 and get off onto U.S.-6. The drive takes about 1.5 hours, and you'll want to make sure you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle as the roads can get snowy in t"

Arapahoe Basin provides a distinctly local ski experience with challenging terrain, fewer crowds, and a lively "beach" tailgating culture. The resort often opens as early as October and can remain open into summer in strong years. Its position on the Continental Divide and a base elevation above 10,000 feet support early and late-season snow. Staff dedication and management support extend the operating season. The sweet spot for conditions is February and March or immediately after fresh storms. Access from Denver International Airport is about 65 miles via I-70 and U.S.-6, roughly a 1.5-hour drive; four-wheel drive is recommended for snowy roads.

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