Top 10 Underrated Ski Resorts You Need to Visit

TLDRDiscover 10 lesser-known ski resorts with amazing snow, challenging terrain, and fewer crowds. From Monarch Mountain in Colorado to Mount Bohemia in Michigan, these hidden gems offer unique experiences for skiers of all levels. Don't miss out on the powder, breathtaking views, and unforgettable adventures these resorts have to offer!

Key insights

⛷️Monarch Mountain in Colorado boasts the second-highest snowfall in the state, making it a paradise for powder enthusiasts.

🏔️Mount Bohemia in Michigan offers exceptional snow and challenging glade runs, perfect for advanced skiers seeking adventure.

❄️Showdown Mountain in Montana is a hidden gem with fewer crowds, great powder, and steep tree runs for advanced skiers.

🎿Solitude in Utah offers powder-perfect slopes, fewer crowds than nearby resorts, and a great mix of challenging and beginner-friendly terrain.

🏞️Cochran Ski Area in Vermont is a budget-friendly option with Alpine racing training and a non-profit label, perfect for families and beginner skiers.

Q&A

What ski resort offers the most powder per person in the United States?

Solitude in Utah claims to have the most powder per person ratio of any resort in the United States.

Which underrated ski resort in Montana offers stunning views of Glacier National Park?

Whitefish Mountain in Montana, our fourth most underrated ski resort, offers breathtaking views of Glacier National Park.

Are there any resort options for advanced skiers looking for extreme terrain?

Yes, Silverton in Colorado and Alasa in Alaska offer some of the most extreme terrain in North America, perfect for advanced skiers seeking a challenge.

Which ski resort is known for its long top-to-bottom runs and consistent snowfall?

Powder Mountain in Utah boasts the most skiable acreage in the United States, with long top-to-bottom runs and consistent, light snowfall.

Are there any budget-friendly ski resorts on this list?

Cochran Ski Area in Vermont is a great budget-friendly option with community dinners and evening ski passes for just $5.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introducing lesser-known ski resorts with amazing snow, challenging terrain, and fewer crowds.

03:13Monarch Mountain in Colorado offers incredible snowfall and affordable lift tickets.

05:23Mount Bohemia in Michigan provides excellent snow and thrilling glade runs.

07:59Showdown Mountain in Montana is a hidden gem with great powder and steep tree runs.

09:57Solitude in Utah offers powder-perfect slopes and a mix of challenging and beginner-friendly terrain.

12:04Cochran Ski Area in Vermont is a budget-friendly option with Alpine racing training.

14:15Whitefish Mountain in Montana offers breathtaking views of Glacier National Park.

16:39Silverton in Colorado and Alasa in Alaska provide extreme terrain for advanced skiers.

19:18Powder Mountain in Utah offers vast skiable acreage, long runs, and consistent snowfall.

21:23Discover budget-friendly skiing at Cochran Ski Area and community dinners for just $5.