Arapahoe Basin
United States
1 / 1Arapahoe Basin Ski Area - a ski resort in the United States. Ski area from 3,286 to 3,978 m, 771 m vertical drop and 9 lifts. Piste map, weather and snowfall.
Trail information
Altitude and trails
Arapahoe Basin, United States
3,978 м
top
692 м
Vertical drop
3,286 м
base
Total slopes
52 км
Lifts
9
Vertical drop
692 м
Adult ski pass
€ 167 / day
Opening hours
09:00 - 16:00
Trails by difficulty - 52 km total
Easy3.5 км · 7 %
Intermediate17.5 км · 34 %
Difficult31 км · 60 %
Ski pass prices
Adults
€ 167
Children
€ 69
Data verified on 2 August 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area- a small ski resort in Colorado (United States).
Worth knowing
The ski area rises from 3,286 to 3,978 m, with a vertical drop of 771 m. The vertical drop is enough for long runs with noticeable changes in terrain. The upper pistes are high, so snow lasts longer than on the neighboring lower slopes. The season usually runs from October 24 to May 16.
Snowparks
The resort has freestyle areas: 3 snowparks and 0 halfpipes.
Features
Guests are carried up by 9 lifts. There are 3 webcams on the slopes, showing the weather and piste conditions.
Maps
Webcams
Video
Playlist · 5 videos
Contacts and opening hours
Resort contacts
Official website
Phone
888-272-7246
Coordinates
39.64173, -105.87909
Countries
Lift opening hours
Opening hours
09:00 - 16:00
Typical season
Late October - early June
Season
24 October 2026 - 16 May 2027
Arapahoe Basin
Mid · 3 632 м
Updated at 07:23
+5°Clearfeels like +4°
Precipitation0 mmMET
wind7 km/hMET
Snow line4 400 мCALC
Forecast data from MET NorwayDetailed forecast →
Average monthly snowfall at Arapahoe Basin
Snowiest month:November- 79 cm
111Jan14 days
107Feb14 days
111Mar13 days
102Apr12 days
78May9 days
2,0Jun1 days
79Nov10 days
104Dec13 days
Snowfall per month - cm. Below each bar - how many days it snowed that month. Observation data for the last 3 completed seasons.
Accommodation
Hotels and apartments in the resort towns
Keystone
★★★
Ski Tip Lodge, A Vail Resorts Property
8.9136 reviews
303 €from 227 € / night
1BR Valleyview | Balcony | Pool |
998 reviews
from 193 € / night
Mountain Elegance: 3-Bed, 2.5-Bath Ski Tip
9.314 reviews
from 692 € / night
Beautiful Townhome/Clubhouse Access/Mountain Views
9.522 reviews
from 635 € / night
Spacious Patio w/ Gorgeous Mountain Views in Cozy Condo Near Resort Shuttle
9.645 reviews
from 1007 € / night
Updated Townhome w/ Private Oversized Deck Offering Treed & Mountain Views!
9.927 reviews
from 1090 € / night
Keystone Townhome in Quiet Location Near Resort Shuttle, Access to Activities
9.841 reviews
from 441 € / night
Tranquil Mountain Haven! Close to Trails!
9.840 reviews
from 481 € / night
★★★
Hyatt Place Keystone - Dillon
81,006 reviews
430 €from 395 € / night
★★★★
The Springs Condominiums by Vail Resorts
7.816 reviews
321 €from 303 € / night
★★★
Forest Condominiums by Vail Resorts
8.2480 reviews
198 €from 187 € / night
★★★
River Run Village by Vail Resorts
7.944 reviews
270 €from 248 € / night
★★★
Lakeside Village by Vail Resorts
8.3485 reviews
209 €from 193 € / night
★★★
Oro Grande #203
6.816 reviews
555 €from 373 € / night
Dillon
★★
Super 8 by Wyndham Dillon/Breckenridge Area
7.81,010 reviews
129 €from 116 € / night
★★★
Comfort Suites Summit County
8.21,008 reviews
198 €from 181 € / night
★★★
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dillon
9.3542 reviews
281 €from 279 € / night
Perfect 3BR Lakefront | Fireplace | Deck
8.947 reviews
from 524 € / night
Dillon Valley Ski Condo
8.942 reviews
from 214 € / night
1 mile to Dillon Amphitheater + Dillon Marina
927 reviews
from 393 € / night
Silverthorne
★★
Mountain Valley Inn & Suites
6.5473 reviews
173 €from 170 € / night
★★★
Quality Inn and Suites Silverthorne - Copper Mountain
8.11,009 reviews
188 €from 161 € / night
★★★
Forest Park 3 bed 4 Bath Twnhm HTJM
8.311 reviews
1010 €from 764 € / night
★★★
The Block Hotel & Commons
9.1731 reviews
237 €from 196 € / night
★★★
Hotel Indigo - Silverthorne by IHG
9.2231 reviews
313 €from 254 € / night
★★★
173 Buffalo Drive 3 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning
9.123 reviews
from 1035 € / night
Keystone8 кмDillon19 кмSilverthorne22 км
Prices are per night for a stay in high season. Last checked: 9 September 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Which months are best for visiting Arapahoe Basin?
January and March offer the most favorable snow conditions: average snowfall is 111 and 111.2 cm respectively, with 14 and 13 snowy days. The figure is 106.5 cm in February and 104.3 cm in December; November is noticeably less snowy, with 79.1 cm.
Does the resort have a snowpark?
Yes, Arapahoe Basin has a snowpark.
How much does a lift pass cost at Arapahoe Basin?
A day pass costs 167 €, and a child pass costs 69 €.
Where is the best place to stay, and how much does accommodation cost?
Dillon and Keystone each have 6 hotels. Accommodation starts at 287 € per night in Dillon and 279 € in Keystone. Silverthorne also has 6 hotels, with prices starting at 418 € per night.
Is Arapahoe Basin suitable for beginners?
The resort is not particularly aimed at beginners: of the 52 km of pistes, only 3.5 km are easy, 17.5 km are intermediate and 31 km are difficult.
What are the lift operating hours?
The lifts operate from 09:00 to 16:00.
