Thanksgiving Ski Packages 23/24
Skiing During Thanksgiving
If you are thinking of skiing this Thanksgiving holiday, there are a few things you need to watch out for! First off, you want to check that the ski resort you are considering is due for early season snow with decent snowmaking capacity otherwise you run the risk that there is no terrain to ski! In general, the mountains in Summit County, Colorado are a great destination for a Thanksgiving ski getaway because it gets cold early for snow making. Breckenridge ski resort, Vail Resort and Aspen Snowmass are great for early season skiing. Below are ski resort packages that are great for Thanksgiving skiing.
Winter Park
Great for: Beginners and Intermediates
Access: 2 hours from Denver International Airport
- One of the best larger ski resorts closest to Denver
- Compared to other Colorado resorts, avoids the infamous traffic around Eisenhower Tunnel and beyond
- Some of the finest steep mogul runs in the country and large variety of terrain to suit different abilities
Breckenridge
Great for: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Access: 2.5 hours from Denver International Airport
- Home to the highest lift in North America and some of the best skiing in Colorado
- Bustling historic town filled with dining and nightlife options
- Wide range of lodgings from modest to luxury that suits all budgets
Whistler Blackcomb
Great for: Intermediates and Advanced
Access: 2-3 hours from Vancouver International Airport
- A massive 8,117 acres across two mountains making it the largest ski area in North America
- Extensive variety of terrain with over 200 trails, bowls, glaciers and tree runs
- World-class village full of amenities, activities and apres ski to keep skiers and non-skiers well entertained for days
Keystone
Great for: Beginners and Intermediates
Access: 2-2.5 hours from Denver International Airport
- Family-friendly ski destination with a beginners ski area at the bottom and top of the mountain
- Night skiing available and award-winning lift-serviced terrain parks
- Affordable lodging options compared to some other Vail-owned resorts
Vail
Great for: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Access: 2.5-3 hours from Denver International Airport
- Iconic North American ski resort and the largest in Colorado
- Exceptional European-style ski village with world class dining and array of off-slope activities
- Wide variety of trails from steep and deep to pristinely groomed and long wide runs
