Snowmass is the family-friendly giant of the Aspen area. Set in the Brush Creek Valley just outside Aspen, it offers more skiable terrain than Aspen's other three mountains combined, with wide-open bowls, long cruising runs and a relaxed village atmosphere.

Skiers and snowboarders of every level will find room to roam, from gentle beginner slopes to the steep terrain off the Cirque, which tops out above 12,500 feet. The modern Snowmass Base Village has shops, restaurants, an ice rink and plenty of ski-in, ski-out lodging, making it easy for families. In summer, the mountain turns into a playground for hiking, mountain biking and lift-served adventures, and the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Colorado. Aspen's shopping, dining and nightlife are just a short shuttle ride away.

Fly into Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, just minutes away, or drive from Denver. From the air, look for the jagged peaks of the Elk Mountains. I'll find the right ski-in lodging, handle lift tickets and lessons and plan your mountain getaway.