Information on Ski Cooper:
Ski Cooper is located in the San Isabel National Forest near the historic town of Leadville and is one of the oldest ski areas in Colorado. The ski area opened in 1942 as a training site for the 10th Mountain Division Special Forces that fought in the Alps during World War II. Ski Cooper is one of the kinder, gentler ski areas that is great for beginner skiers and families. It offers diverse terrain with 26 trails on 400 skiable acres. A variety of lessons are available at the mountain, from beginners & first timers to more challenging classes. Groups & private lessons are also offered. Many of their instructors have nearly 20 years of teaching experience. On-mountain, you will also find equipment rentals for the entire family. They have everything you will need for ski vacation. Skis, snowboards, gear & more Or, for the more adventurous skier, try backcountry skiing on Chicago Ridge by snowcat. There are 2,460 acres of treed and bowl skiing; and you can go as high as 12,600 feet in elevation atop the Continental Divide. The slopes vary from 3,000 to 10,000 feet in length with vertical drops up to 1,400 feet per run. Ski Cooper offers Snowcat tours to the ridge from mid-December to early April. There is more than just alpine skiing. Telemarkers, cross-country skiers, snowboarders and snowmobilers enjoy this great terrain in the San Isabel National Forest. Close to Ski Cooper is some great cross-country skiing. The Piney Creek Nordic Center offers 25 kilometers of groomed cross-country (track and skating). Or, you can tour the Continental Divide at your own pace by snowmobile. After a day of skiing, explore nearby Leadville. You will find a variety of reasonable lodging options and a variety of things to do from sleigh rides, shopping and museums to just relaxing in one of the many fine restaurants. From Denver, take I-70 west to Exit 195 at Copper Mountain Resort, go south on Highway 91 to Leadville. On the north side of Leadville turn right on Highway 24 and go another nine miles to the top of Fremont Pass.
Ski Cooper Lift closing and opening times:
Daily: 9am - 4pm Half Day: 12pm
Length of Season:
Dec 1-3, Dec 8-10 to 1-Apr-07
Types and number of lifts:
2 Surface Lifts;1 Double Chair;1 Triple Chair
Number of trails and difficulty breakdown:
Total Number: 26
Breakdown of difficulty: Easiest : 30%;More Difficult : 40%;Most Difficult : 30%
Elevation at base 10500 feet and elevation at summit is 11700 feet.
Skiing Options at Ski Cooper:
Night Skiing: no
Heli- Skiing: no
Snowcat Skiing: yes
Miles of cross Country ski trails: 25 km
Snow boarding: yes
Equipment Rentals:
skis
, snowboards
Getting to Ski Cooper:
From Colorado Springs, CO: Take Hwy 24 West to Leadville, 130 miles. Follow the signs to Ski Cooper 9 miles away.
Alternate route to Ski Cooper:
From Denver, CO: Take I-70 West from Denver to exit 195 at Copper Mountain. Go south on Hwy 91 to Leadville. Turn right on Hwy. 24, and go 9 miles to the top of Fremont Pass.
From Eagle County Airport: Take I-70 East from Eagle County Airport to exit 171. Go east on Hwy 24 to Leadville. Follow the signs to Ski Cooper 9 miles away.
Contact Information:
719 486-3684
719 486-2277
866 834-6323
http://www.SkiCooper.com
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