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Loveland Ski Area

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Loveland Ski Area Description:

Sitting high atop the Continental Divide, Loveland Ski Area consists of two separate ski areas connected by a shuttle bus. Loveland Basin is the larger of the two areas, with 6 of the resort's 8 lifts and 85% of its terrain. Loveland Valley Ski Area, with its gentle slopes and lack of crowds is geared towards beginners.

Loveland Ski Area Location/Directions:

Loveland Ski Area is located just 53 miles from Denver in Georgetown, Colorado. It is served by both Denver International Airport (DIA) and Vail/Eagle County Airport (EGE). [link url:http://www.skiloveland.com/group/plan_your_trip.aspx]Loveland Ski Area Transportation Information

Loveland Ski Area Statistics:

  • Trails: 81
  • Lifts: 8 (3 fixed-grip quads, 2 triples, 3 doubles)
  • Acres: 1,365
  • Snowmaking Coverage: 11% (160 acres)
  • Summit Elevation: 13,010 ft. / 3,965 m
  • Base Elevation: 10,600 ft. / 3,230 m
  • Vertical Drop: 2,410 ft. / 734 m
  • Longest Trail: 2 mi / 3.2 km
  • Terrain Parks: 1
  • Average Snowfall: 400 inches / 1,016 cm annually
  • Night Skiing: No

Loveland Ski Area Trailmaps

Loveland Ski Area Reservations:

Lodging and lesson reservations as well as lift ticket and season pass purchases can be made online by visiting the Loveland Ski Area website or by calling 1-877-736-3SKI.

Loveland Ski Area Weather & Snow Conditions:

Loveland Ski Area Snow Report

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