One thing that unites all of us Coloradans is our love of the great outdoors. No matter if it’s the middle of summer or the dead of winter, we’ll be outside enjoying all that nature has to offer. One of the favorite pastimes in the Grand Junction area is skiing, and we’ve got some incredible resorts right in our own backyard! Whether you’re at X-Games level or a novice skier hitting the slopes for the first time, you’ll have a great time at some of the best places to ski near Grand Junction CO. Have fun and be safe!
Best ski resorts near Grand Junction CO
Powderhorn Resort
48338 Powderhorn Drive, Mesa
Located 35 minutes east of Grand Junction, Powderhorn is one of the Colorado’s finest places to ski, snowboard, and avoid hurting yourself in all sorts of exhilarating ways! Over 42 trails are open at Powderhorn, with a claim to fame as the world’s largest flattop mountain. It’s a great and family-friendly experience, so come out to the lifts today!
La Sal Mountains
Near Moab, UT
Deep inside the Manti-La Sal National Forest, the aptly-named La Sal Mountains offer great opportunities for downhill and cross-country skiing. In addition, Moab, the closest town to the mountains, is well regarded as a hotbed for extreme sports enthusiasts all over the world. So head up the Geyser Pass Road and get ready for some incredible skiing experiences!
Telluride Ski Resort
565 Mountain Village Blvd, Telluride
It’s a bit of a hike from Grand Junction to Telluride, but it’s well worth it to experience one of America’s best-kept secrets. You’ll find smooth and fast runs as well as some more challenging slaloms, but you can get whatever you want out of your skiing experience right here!
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Wherever your adventures take you in this winter season, we hope you all have a great time and stay safe on the slopes. If you’re looking for a quality used vehicle that’s ready to take on the winter just like you are, feel free to stop by and check out our current inventory! We’d love to see you and get you prepped for your winter excursions.