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Back Bowls and Beyond

Get the inside scoop on everything you need to explore our Legendary Mountain!

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Skier carves freshly groomed snow in the Back Bowls at Vail, CO.

Welcome to Opening Day: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Welcome back to Vail Mountain for the 2024-2025 winter season! This season brings new dining, live music, a new gear membership, updated app features, improvements to the ski and snowboard school experience, and more.

Posted November 15, 2024 - Read More

Stay for the Summer

Sunshine, events, and activities galore! This season brings three new exciting activities including a new concert series.

Posted on June 1, 2024 - Read More

The “Backcountry” Experience

Inner & Outer Mongolia Bowls are the farthest removed bowls on the resort, offering untouched snow and secluded expert terrain that makes you feel like you have entered the backcountry.

Posted Jan. 7, 2024 - Read More

Skiers Look OVer Siberia Bowl in Vail, CO

Where Solitude and Mystery Go Hand in Hand

Siberia Bowl includes a great variety of terrain with low angle open glades, large cliffs, and steep vertical drops to amplify stoke.

Posted Jan. 6, 2024 - Read More

Fresh Powders Tracks in China Bowl in Vail, CO

The Introduction to Bowl Skiing and Riding

China Bowl offers wide mellow intermediate terrain with consistent grooming and iconic views.

Posted on Jan. 5, 2024 - Read More

Skier Enjoys Fresh Tracks During Sunrise on Tea Cup Bowl in Vail, CO

A True Spring Gem

Tea Cup Bowl provides smooth trails on favorite runs like Emperor’s Choice and Red Zinger.

Posted on Jan 4., 2024 - Read More

Drone View of Sun Up Bowl During Bluebird Day in Vail, CO

Explore the OG Bowl

Sun Up Bowl is the gateway to the Back Bowls—take one lap and you can scout your next run.

Posted on Jan. 3, 2024 - Read More

Powder Skiing in Back Bowl's In Vail, CO.

Welcome to the Old Local's Bowl

Sun Down Bowl is the go-to spot to play in offering numerous features such as trees, cliffs, and gullies.

Posted on Jan. 2, 2024 - Read More

Powder Playbook - Holiday Edition!

The holiday season is here, and Vail Mountain is hard at work opening terrain for your ultimate holiday vacation.

Posted on Dec. 22, 2023 - Read More

Powder Playbook - Thanksgiving

We don’t know about you, but somehow Thanksgiving snuck up on us! The holidays are here, and we’re excited to celebrate with you.

Posted on Nov. 21, 2023 - Read More

Fresh Morning Snow During the Change of Season in Vail, CO

Powder Playbook: Opening Day

Welcome back to Vail Mountain for the winter season! With more than 30 inches of snow so far and one of the best snowmaking teams in the business...

Posted on Nov. 9, 2023 - Read More

Top 5 Things To Do In Vail This Fall

As the summer sun gives way to the crispness of autumn, Vail transforms into a breathtaking wonderland of vibrant colors and captivating experiences.

Posted on Aug. 29, 2023 - Read More

4th of July in Vail!

Although we’re known for our world-class skiing, Vail transforms into a vibrant summer destination. The summer fun really ramps up during the Fourth of July! Here’s what you can expect for the holiday this year.

Posted on June 30th, 2023 - Read More

Start Planning Your Summer Trip to Vail

As the snow melts and the weather warms up, Vail is transformed into a summer playground, offering activities and events for visitors of all ages.

Posted on May 15th, 2023 - Read More

Top 6 Thing To Do In Vail In April!

April is a great time to visit Vail, Colorado, as the winter ski season comes to a close and the spring season begins.

Posted on April 5th, 2023 - Read More

A Powder Hound's New Best Friend

Leitner-Poma has been on-site with our Vail Mountain team to bring you our NEWEST chairlift – Sun Down Express (#17).

Posted on January 14, 2023 - Read More

How to Make the Most our of your MLK Weekend Trip to Vail

We’ve got the inside scoop on everything that’s happening, and some tips on how to make the most out of your holiday weekend.

Posted on January 13, 2023 - Read More

Sunrise View from Mountain Top Express with Undercast in Vail, CO

Christmas Holidays at Vail Mountain!

The holidays in Vail are a spectacular time of year. If you’re visiting us this December through the New Year, here are a few tips from us to you!

Posted on December 23, 2022 - Read More

It's a BIG week at Vail Mountain

On Dec. 1st we gave you a sneak peek at the Back Bowls and what they looked like. Most areas needed more snow, and the south facing aspects were predominantly brown.

Posted on December 12, 2022 - Read More

Thanksgiving Week Skiing and Riding

Our 60th Anniversary season is off to a celebratory start, and we’re excited to welcome you back to legendary skiing and riding during this season full of thanks.

Posted on November 22, 2022 - Read More

Tips for Beginners

We want everyone to be prepared and have a great early season experience at Vail Mountain from beginners to experts.

Posted November 18, 2022 - Read More

Epic Lift Update

What’s better than one new lift? TWO! The Vail Mountain operation teams have been working hard to install two new chairlifts.

Posted November 17, 2022 - Read More

Fall Foliage Gore Range in Vail Colorado

Vail Mountain's Photo Pros Talk Fall Photography

Fall's the perfect time to capture the perfect photo. Here's some tips from our photo pros:

Posted September 16, 2022 - Read More

Tips For Summer In the Mountains

There’s so much more to Vail than just our epic powder days. Summertime in the Rocky Mountains is full of activities with something for everyone.

Posted July 23rd, 2022 - Read More

20th Anniversary GoPro Mountain Games kick off summer in Vail

The annual GoPro Mountain Games serve as a signal – rather a beacon – that summer has arrived here in Colorado.

Posted May 27, 2022 - Read More

Check Out The New Hangout At Golden Peak

Looking for a place to lounge while listening to live music at the GoPro Mountain Games and talking to Mountain Games athletes?

Posted May 26, 2022 - Read More

National Brotherhood of Skiers at Vail Mountain for 50th Anniversary Summit

National Brotherhood of Skiers Selects Vail Mountain for 2023 Golden 50th Anniversary Summit

(NBS), in partnership with Vail Resorts, the Town of Vail, and the Vail Valley Partnership, is proud to share that NBS has selected Vail Mountain for its Golden 50th Anniversary Summit.

Posted Mar. 29, 2022 - Read More

View of vail ski slopes and surrounding mountains

Fun in the Sun: Spring Skiing in Vail

March kicks off longer days and warmer temps, but it can also be the snowiest month in Vail. This makes spring THE dreamiest season to hit Vail Mountain.

Posted Mar. 24, 2022 - Read More

Level Up At Vail

Are you dreaming of leveling up your mountain game? The instructors at Ski & Snowboard School are called “world-class” for a reason.

Posted Mar. 15, 2022 - Read More

Legendary Terrain: China Bowl

“What makes China Bowl so special?” Some say it’s the mellow groomers, some say it’s the long meandering glades, some say it’s the hidden route to the Back Bowls…There’s no wrong reason to love China Bowl.

Posted Feb. 19, 2022 - Read More