Copper Mountain is a family-oriented resort. They way the runs are laid out there is advanced skiing on the left moving to beginner on the right (looking at the mountain). If the members of your group are at different ability levels, it is hard to ski together since you will tend to be on different sides of the mountain. The shuttle to the parking lots is quick and efficient.
Statistics for Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Base Elevation: 9,712 feet/2,926 meters
Summit Elevation: 12,313 feet/3,767 meters
Vertical Drop: 2,601 feet/793 meters
Lifts: 22 total (1 six-person, high-speed lift; 4 high-speed quads; 5 triple chairlifts; 5 double chairlifts and 7 surface lifts)
Lift Capacity: 32,324 skiers per hour
Skiable Acres: 2,450 acres/985 hectares makes Copper one of the largest ski and snowboard resorts in Colorado
Marked Trails: 126 (21% beginner, 25% intermediate, 36% advanced, 18% expert)
Average Snowfall: 282 inches/710 centimeters
Snowmaking: 380 acres/154 hectares
Longest Run: 2.8 miles/5 kilometers (Soliloquy to Roundabout)
Cross Country: 25 kilometers of trails allow skiers to make their way through the picturesque White River National Forest.
Additional Activities: Ice Skating, Snowshoeing, Tubing, Snowmobiling, Sleigh Rides, Dog Sledding, Cross Country Skiing, Racquet and Athletic Club, Spa Facilities, Shopping, Dining, Après
Getting to Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain Resort is located just 75 miles west of Denver and 20 miles east of Vail off Interstate I-70 at exit 195, easily accessible from both the Denver International Airport and Eagle County Airport.
By Bus: Summit County offers a FREE bus service from multiple locations around Summit County. Visit The Summit Stage for the schedule.