Top 10 Ski Resorts in the West Feature a Nostalgic Surprise

Ski Magazine reveals its top 10 ski resorts in the West, highlighting a nostalgic favorite that surprises many enthusiasts

Top 10 Ski Resorts in the West Feature a Nostalgic Surprise
Top 10 Ski Resorts in the West Feature a Nostalgic Surprise

Salt Lake City: Ski Magazine just dropped its annual list of the best ski resorts in the West, and it’s always a blast to see what made the cut. Everyone has their go-to spots, and comparing notes can lead to discovering new favorites.

This year, they ranked the top 30 resorts, and guess what? Two spots from Tahoe made it: Palisades Tahoe at No. 24 and Heavenly Mountain Resort at No. 27. Palisades is loved for its wild terrain and fun village scene, while Heavenly is all about those stunning views and last year’s epic snowfall.

Speaking of Palisades, they’re celebrating their 75th anniversary this season! How cool is that? The list stretches from British Columbia’s Whistler Blackcomb down to New Mexico’s Taos Ski Valley. But the biggest shocker? Utah’s Powder Mountain snagged the top spot.

Editors called it a “diamond in the rough.” It’s not for those who want a lively après scene or fast lifts—those lifts are pretty old and slow. But if you’re into uncrowded slopes and great snow at reasonable prices, this place is a gem.

Curious about the top 10? Here’s the rundown: 1) Powder Mountain, 2) Snowbasin Resort, 3) Sun Valley, 4) Aspen Snowmass, 5) Taos Ski Valley, 6) Mammoth Mountain, 7) Alta Ski Area, 8) Jackson Hole, 9) Deer Valley, and 10) Big Sky Resort. For more details, check out www.skimag.com/ski-resort-life/.

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