Howelsen Hill Ski Area

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Howelsen Hill Ski Area holds a unique place in the history of skiing. It has sent more skiers to international competition than any other area in North America. Howelsen Hill boasts a remarkable heritage. It is the oldest ski area in continuous use in Colorado, and has the largest and most complete natural ski jumping complex in North America. Howelsen has been the training ground for more than 64 Olympians making over 90 Winter Olympic appearances, 15 members of the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame and 6 members of the National Ski Hall of fame.

Howelsen Hill was recently acknowledged as a "Pioneer Ski Resort" by the International Skiing History Association and the Colorado Ski Museum Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame. Come experience skiing history in the Yampa Valley!

Statistics:

  • Elevation: 6,969 base, 7,136 peak
  • Longest run: 1 mile
  • Trails: 15
  • Lifts: 4 (Double chair, Poma surface, Pony Tow, Magic Carpet)
  • Cross-Country Trails: 21km
  • Snowmaking: 50%
Documents:
Howelsen Hill Ski Area Summer Trail Map
Howelsen Hill Ski Area Winter Trail Map

Contact Information:

Phone: (970) 879-8499
Nordic Hotline: (970) 879-8552 ext. 739
Tubing at Howelsen Hill: (970) 819-8010