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Did you know Loveland Ski Area was the first major ski area in Colorado to make snow in 1967 with diesel compressors used by construction crews building the Eisenhower Tunnel?
Did you know Loveland Ski Area has been the first ski area in North America to open with continuous operation for the sixth consecutive season? (2000/2001-2005/2006)
These are just a few of the unique historical facts about Colorados longest continually owned and operated ski area. As we prepare for our 70th season of operation, we would like to share with you what makes Loveland Ski Areas history so unique and how it has become an icon for skiers and riders today.
For over half a century, Loveland has been long known for some of the best skiing and snowboarding conditions in Colorado. At Loveland you get 1,365 diverse acres of terrain and breath-taking views from the second highest chairlift in the world, high atop the Continental Divide. Up here, 400" of snow isn't just average, it's expected.
Average Snowfall
400 inches (10.160 meter) based on 31 year average.
*Tied for second most in Colorado with Silverton
Snowmaking Capability
160 Acres.
Base Elevation
10,600 feet (3230.880 meter!)
Summit Elevation
13,010 feet (3965.448 meter!) Lift-served: 12,700 feet.
Vertical Drop
2,410 feet (734.568 meter).
Skiable Acres
1,365.
Lifts
4 double, 2 triple, 3 quad, 1 surface lift and 1 tow.
Trails
13% Beginner 41% Intermediate and 46% Advanced.
Longest Run
2 miles (3.218 Km).
