Vail ski information
One of the world’s top ski resorts, Vail has it all from an attractive, vibrant village to a huge ski area with endless skiing. The front side of the mountain is tree lined with runs cut to suit all levels of skier, from gentle beginner slopes to steeps and moguls for the more advanced. Go over the top to the backside and you find the powder bowls Vail is famous for, after a big snowfall of light Colorado powder there are few better places to be on Earth. Sitting at the base of the mountain Vail Village is connected to the newly remodelled Lionshead area by a short shuttle or 5 minute walk and these two villages offer the majority of evening entertainment, both having easy access to the slopes. Vail Cascade is a luxury resort in its own picturesque setting and a popular choice due to its array of facilities and ski-in/ski-out convenience.
Skiing and snowboarding in Vail
Ski Information Beginners
Beginners are excellently catered for, with a superb ski school, convenient lifts immediately behind the village, and plenty of long, wide-open, gentle runs right from the top of the mountain.
Ski Information Intermediates
With 5,174 acres of incredible skiing, you can choose from miles of prepared pistes and superb groomed runs to the world famous Back Bowls. Colorado powder snow is so light that intermediates can enjoy most runs. Make sure to try the 'Blue Sky Basin'.
Ski Information Advanced
Double black diamond runs like Goshawk and Peregrine will really test the best. Revel in the glory of the acres of virgin powder snow in no less than six massive Back Bowls, plus mile upon mile of mogul fields, creating the perfect skiing experience.
Ski Information Snowboarding
Freeriders are spoilt for choice, with powder filled back bowls and the glades for intermediate/ advanced riders. Golden Peak is the domain of the freestyler with both expert and beginner pipes and numerous kickers.
First Time Ski/Snowboard Package
| Adult (16+ yrs) | 3 Days |
| First Time ski or board | £260 |
Snow Savers
• Kids Ski Free - Free lift pass for all children aged 4 and under all season
To book Kid Ski Free please contact the North American reservation team on 0871 971 0579
Please note offers are only available when you pre-book before travel. Contact Reservations or visit our website for qualifying conditions and extra information.
Vail at a glance
Fly from
Heathrow direct to Denver. Flights from most other London & regional airports into Denver and Eagle Airports.
Transfer time
Denver: 2 hrs 30 mins,
Eagle: 45 mins (no direct flight from UK)
Coach transfer included, car hire or private transfers available at a supplement.
Piste fact file:
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Resort Height
2,500m (8,200ft)
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Total Kms of Piste
5,289 acres
Piste Type No. of Runs Easy 35 Intermediate 56 Difficult 103 -
Cross-country
45kms
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Longest Run
6.4kms
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Number of Lifts
33 (13)
* Terms & Conditions
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
