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Backcountry Skiing in Colorado: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

Find awesome powder and amazing runs on your next skiing adventure in Colorado.

Home to the vast Rocky Mountains and many awesome runs, Colorado is a skiers paradise. Choose from a wide range of ski towns like Telluride, Vail and Aspen, pack your skis and get ready for some awesome powder.

Top backcountry skiing trips | Colorado

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Full Day Backcountry Ski Touring in Telluride, Colorado

Full Day Backcountry Ski Touring in Telluride, Colorado

Join a certified mountain guide for this stunningly beautiful and immersive full-day backcountry skiing experience outside of Telluride. Nestled into the heart of the San Juan Mountains, explore meadows, couloirs and steep slopes, enjoying phenomenal powder and great views along the way.
FromUSD 200 per person for 4 travellers

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Aspen guided ski touring day tours (advanced)

Aspen guided ski touring day tours (advanced)

Join a certified guide of the Aspen Expeditions team on these advanced ski touring day tours around Aspen. Enjoy the most amazing runs and peak ascents in this winter paradise.
FromEUR 400 per person for 3 travellers

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3-day Wilderness Ski Touring in Telluride, Colorado

3-day Wilderness Ski Touring in Telluride, Colorado

Join a certified mountain guide for this scenic and exciting 3-day wilderness ski touring adventure, based out of Telluride, Colorado. Enjoy the incredible natural beauty and high-quality powder conditions of the Colorado Rockies!

3 days

Intermediate

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Ski touring day tours for beginners around Aspen

Ski touring day tours for beginners around Aspen

Discover a new way of enjoying the mountain with one of the guides of the Aspen Expeditions team on this 1-day ski touring program for beginners around Aspen.
FromEUR 400 per person for 3 travellers

1 day

Beginner

Intermediate

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Ski touring day tours around Aspen (intermediate)

Ski touring day tours around Aspen (intermediate)

Get ready to push your limits with this intermediate ski touring day tours and peak ascents around Aspen in the company of one of the experienced guides of the Aspen Expeditions team.
FromUSD 400 per person for 3 travellers

1 day

Intermediate

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Aspen guided freeride day tours, Colorado

Aspen guided freeride day tours, Colorado

Join a certified guide of the Aspen Expeditions team on a freeride day tour in Aspen, and discover the hidden backcountry of this exclusive resort in Colorado.
FromEUR 400 per person for 3 travellers

1 day

Intermediate

Intermediate

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Backcountry skiing day near Breckenridge, Colorado

Backcountry skiing day near Breckenridge, Colorado

A certified guide will take you on a beautiful day of backcountry skiing through the pristine and tranquil powder of Breckenridge, Colorado, where its fresh snow, relative peace and quiet away from the crowds and stunning scenery will make for an unforgettable day!
FromUSD 281 per person for 4 travellers

1 day

First time

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1-day Intro to backcountry skiing and snowboarding in Aspen

1-day Intro to backcountry skiing and snowboarding in Aspen

Enter the backcountry of Aspen with a certified guide for an intro to backcountry skiing and snowboarding program in the beautiful Colorado Rockies and take your groomed expertise off-piste.
FromUSD 70 per person for 6 travellers

1 day

Intermediate

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Backcountry skiing day trip in Vail, Colorado (CO)

Backcountry skiing day trip in Vail, Colorado (CO)

Join one of our certified guides on this Backcountry skiing day trip in Vail. And enjoy untracked lines in the peaceful Colorado’s backcountry
FromUSD 255 per person for 5 travellers

1 day

Beginner

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Backcountry skiing day in Red Mountain Pass, near Silverton

Backcountry skiing day in Red Mountain Pass, near Silverton

Join a certified guide on an amazing day of backcountry skiing in one of the most scenic spots in the Rocky Mountains and discover the excitement of ski touring through Red Mountain Pass in Colorado.
FromUSD 67 per person for 6 travellers

1 day

Intermediate

High

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Backcountry skiing day in Summit County, Colorado

Backcountry skiing day in Summit County, Colorado

Join one of our certified mountain guides for an exhilarating and fun day of backcountry skiing in the sublime beauty of Colorado's Summit County!
FromUSD 225 per person for 4 travellers

1 day

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FAQs: Backcountry Skiing in Colorado

What should I know about Backcountry Skiing Colorado?

The Rocky Mountain National Park is an excellent location for backcountry skiing. Here you’ll find the Hidden Valley Backcountry Area and the Flattop Mountain. These areas provide awesome runs. In Aspen, you’ll find awesome spots, particularly the trails along Castle Creek Valley to Ashcroft. Telluride is another awesome option and is not as busy as some of the other backcountry spots in Colorado. Plus, Telluride is located in the San Juan Mountains where there are lots more runs to explore.

Why should I choose Colorado for my Backcountry Skiing adventure?

**Lots of choice on the slopes **

Colorado has 22 resorts in total covering all most 30,000 acres of skiing terrain. That’s a lot of land to ski on. There are also a number of huts deep in the backcountry which you can use as a base on your trips.
**Varied facilities **
The great thing about Colorado is that there are options for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a luxury experience, something suitable for the family or something a little more rustic, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Colorado.
** Great Weather **
The sun is almost always shining in Colorado. In fact, they get around 300 days of sunshine in a year. They also get excellent snowfall, and from November to May, you’ll be able to find somewhere in Colorado with good quality snow.

What can I expect from the weather during my Backcountry Skiing trip in Colorado?

Colorado is very sunny with around 300 days of sunshine a year. The weather is mild year round with averages of 7 degrees celsius in the winter and 30 degree days in the summer. The weather is always colder in the mountains.

Which language is predominantly spoken in the Colorado region?

English

What currency is accepted around Colorado?

US Dollar

How can I get to Colorado?

Fly to Denver International Airport then get a bus or drive to your final destination.

What's the country code for the Colorado region?

+1

When is the best time to travel to Colorado for Backcountry Skiing?

November through to May for backcountry skiing.

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