"There are countless great skiing and snowboarding locations across the United States. Some counties, however, pull far above their weight when it comes to quality and quantity of snow, elevation, access to great inbounds and backcountry terrain, vibrant après scene, accessibility from major airports, and of course number of ski resorts. From coast to coast, we've compiled a list using the aforementioned qualities needed in a county to rank the top five best ski counties in the United States."
"Killington Resort, known affectionately as the "Beast of the East," has an astounding vertical drop of 3,050 feet and a combined area of 1,977 square acres with sister resort Pico Mountain. Killington's longest run from Killington Peak to Skyeship Base (nicknamed "Killington Peak to Creek") offers a vertical drop of 3,081 feet over a four-mile distance. Killington also boasts the longest ski season in the east, opening as early as October 1st and closing as late as June 22nd."
"Pitkin County is home to possibly the most famous Ski destination in the U.S. if not the world, Aspen, Colorado. Pitkin boasts an impressive 4 separate ski areas within its county limits; Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, Aspen Snowmass and its flagship Aspen Mountain. The four resorts combined boast an incredible 5,600 square acres of skiable area. Aspen also has a world renowned après scene, featuring award winning restaurants, quaint bars, and a lively arts scene."
Counties were evaluated by snow quality, elevation, inbounds and backcountry terrain, vibrant après scene, accessibility from major airports, and number of ski resorts. Rutland County, VT sits about 70 miles from Burlington and hosts Killington Resort and Pico Mountain, with a combined 1,977 skiable acres and a vertical drop around 3,050 feet. Killington's longest run drops 3,081 feet over four miles and its season can run from October 1st to June 22nd. Nearby resorts include Okemo, Sugarbush, and Stratton. Pitkin County, CO includes Aspen, with four ski areas totaling about 5,600 acres, a famed après culture, and a city airport.
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