Category: Mountain
Mountain Review: Le Massif de Charlevoix
MOUNTAIN SCORE #1 East Coast 66 #50 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 6 Snow: 5 Resiliency: 4 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 7 Challenge: 8 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 10 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $121-$166 CAD ($84-$116 USD) Pass Affiliation: Mountain Collective…
How to Ski: 7 Must-Know Tips for Beginners
If you’ve never put on a pair of skis before, entering the winter sports world can be daunting. Skiing and snowboarding bring a feeling of exhilaration unlike any other winter activity, but unfortunately, the barrier to entry can feel quite high for those just starting—especially adults. But luckily, it doesn’t have to be that…
Mountain Review: Bridger Bowl
MOUNTAIN SCORE #7 in the Northern Rockies 66 #46 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS VIDEO REVIEW CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 8 Snow: 6 Resiliency: 6 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 10 Challenge: 3 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 7 Facilities: 6 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $82-$97 Pass Affiliation: None…
How the American Opioid Epidemic Shaped Vail Resorts’ Rise
The American opioid epidemic is among the most devastating public health issues in recent history. But what you might not know is that it also had a huge impact on the state of the North American ski industry. Between 1999 and 2020, over half a million people died from drug overdoses from prescribed and illicitly…
Most Beautiful Ski Areas in North America
When it comes to a typical ski vacation, you’re mainly booking for the slopes, not the views. But not at North America’s most beautiful ski resorts. The most picturesque mountains in the US and Canada aren’t just about the sports of skiing and snowboarding, but about the entire experience of the location itself, with…
Park City Offering Partial Compensation to Guests Affected By Ski Patrol Strike
The Park City ski patrol strike, which lasted from December 27, 2024 to January 8, 2025, severely disrupted operations to the United States’ largest publicly-accessible ski resort. In the aftermath of the first major ski patrol strike in over 50 years, Vail Resorts has announced a compensation program for guests affected by the…
Is Powder Mountain Actively Destroying Itself?
Powder Mountain has historically been known for its down-to-earth vibe and uncrowded slopes—but new management has made some significant changes. Over the past five years, the Utah ski scene has gotten more commercial than ever. But until recently, one major ski resort had been able to fend off the corporate influence—Powder Mountain. With…
Has Utah Skiing Reached Its Breaking Point?
Severe overcrowding and high-profile operational crises—such as the Park City ski patrol strike pictured above—have left many vacationers wondering whether Utah skiing and riding is worth it anymore. When it comes to top-tier powder and stunning alpine terrain, few places have been more of a magnet for skiers and riders than the state…
How to Prepare for Expert-Only Ski Runs
Expert-only ski trails can involve seriously dangerous terrain—and special skills are often needed to safely tackle them. If you’ve visited a ski resort before, you’ll know that the hardest runs aren’t just as simple as strapping on a piece of equipment and going. Expert-only terrain, typically denoted by a double-black-diamond marking in North…
Mountain Review: Mission Ridge
MOUNTAIN SCORE #3 in Washington 62 #59 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 6 Snow: 6 Resiliency: 5 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 7 Challenge: 5 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $89-$159 Pass Affiliation: Indy Pass, Powder Alliance On-site…
