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The 10 most-affordable ski spots in North America
Skiing, like polo and yachting, is a rich man's(or woman's) sport. The equipment is expensive, and in order to participate, you need to go to a specific place. In the case of skiing, this means paying ski lift fees and traveling to a pricey ski resort. The costs can add up and make it prohibitively expensive for less affluent ski enthusiasts.
But there are some less expensive ski resorts. Ski.com has put together a list of the top ten affordable ski spots in North America.
Keystone, near Denver, makes the list because of the many extras it offers, such as night skiing included with a lift ticket on the day of arrival, plus access to nearby resorts like Vail and Breckenridge. Steamboat in Colorado is on the list thanks to affordable ski-in/ski-out lodging and convenient shuttle services. And Winter Park, also in Colorado, is praised as catering to a "moderate demographic, no luxury properties."
Whistler-Blackcomb, near Vancouver, is normally a very pricey destination. But in an attempt to lure visitors before the Olympics, it is offering some fantastic deals right now. Airfare to Vancouver can be expensive, depending on where you fly from, but you can save money by flying into Seattle and taking a train to Vancouver.
Jackson Hole (Wyoming), Banff(Alberta, Canada), and Lake Tahoe round out the western top ten with plentiful deals, discounts, and special offers that help keep prices low. On the east coast, Stowe(Vermont) and Lake Placid in New York offer excellent mid-week prices.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Mike V. Nov 3rd 2009 5:09PM
It's little, but Brian Head in southern Utah is a fun place to visit.
Very reasonable, nice people and super-quality snow.
beth@thinkaor.com Nov 5th 2009 8:55PM
Winter Park is a great, affordable ski destination. Even more so right now because now through Christmas because you can get free lift tickets for every 2 or more nights of lodging. www.PlayWinterPark.com (P.S. the "no luxury properties" isn't accurate anymore. There are some brand new condos at the base that are really nice.)
Keith Hunt Nov 9th 2009 11:07AM
Two questions about Ski.com's most affordable ski resorts in North America.
1. What is the closest ski resort to most of Southern California
2. What Southern California ski resort is offering more affordable deals than ANYBODY on the list?
The answer is Mt Baldy.
Mt Baldy is offering skiers and snowboarders SEASON passes for only $99.95. For affordability alone Mt Baldy deserves to the list.
Mt Baldy is the closest ski resort to much of Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire and all of Orange and San Diego Counties.
Now that is close and very affordable.
I understand affordablity depends on how far you are travelling, but if you live in Southern California Mt Baldy should be considered.
Mt Baldy is off the 210 freeway just minutes north of Upland and Claremont.
For more information please Mt Baldy Ski LIfts at 909 982 0800 or go to http://www.mtbaldychamber.com/promotions.lasso
Keith Hunt
President
Mt Baldy Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Nov 11th 2009 8:26PM
Hello
I have a question about your blog, would you mind emailing me at kevin@skiresorts.com so we can talk directly?
Thanks
Kevin