Copper Mountain, Frisco

Copper Mountain is within shuttle range of Denver International Airport (75 miles) and a lot of skiers/riders like to fly in early so they can get on the slopes by noon. There are 22 lifts serving 2,433 acres of playland, with 125 trails slightly weighted to more advanced skiers. The trail systems are separated by ability levels so beginners don't cross in front of experts. Copper's re-developed village is now among the best and most convenient of the Colorado destination resorts, with plenty to keep you occupied off-slope.ActivitiesSnowboarding: A boarder's playground. Copper offers the Kidz Terrain Park for young'uns and newbies, complete with mini rails, boxes, jumps, and a mini-pipe to play in. Then there's Night Rider, at the base of the American Eagle lift, which is, of course, open nights. Eagle Jib Park sits atop American Eagle. Parks are groomed every night and the pipes are cut every other. Rentals available.Cross Country Profile: Twenty five kilometers of groomed trails. Cross country and snowshoe rentals available.LodgingLodging located just steps away from the mountain. Over 850 lodging units ranging from hotel rooms to 5-bedroom home and premium condominiums.Winter RecreationSleigh rides, snowmobling, ice skating, tubing hills, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, free mountain tours, athletic club.