
Arapahoe Basin
Weather at Arapahoe Basin
Low: 41.9°F / High: 46.9°F
Wind: NW 5 mph
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 0 in
7 days: 1 in
Snow Depth
Base: 46 in
Season Total: 10 in
Resort Status
Lifts: --/--
Trails: --/--
Standing proud at 13,050 feet, Arapahoe Basin delivers Colorado's longest ski season and some of North America's most challenging terrain. Known affectionately as "A-Basin" by locals, this mountain maintains its authentic, adventurous spirit while offering terrain for all skill levels across its 1,428 acres.
Live Arapahoe Basin Webcams
Arapahoe Snow Stake
Check the fresh powder totals at Colorado's longest season resort with this essential Arapahoe Basin webcam positioned at 3794 meters. This A-Basin live cam focuses directly on the snow stake, giving you precise 24-hour snowfall measurements to help plan your day on the legendary 1,428 acres of terrain that often stays open until July.
Nine lifts serve A-Basin's diverse terrain, including the critical Lenawee Express and Black Mountain Express lifts that efficiently transport skiers to the mountain's renowned upper bowls. The Beavers and Steep Gullies expansion area is serviced by a high-speed quad, opening access to expert-level glades and chutes.
Arapahoe Basin Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
147
Total Area
1428 ac
577.9 ha
Location
Positioned along the Continental Divide just 68 miles from Denver, Arapahoe Basin sits at the eastern edge of Summit County on US Highway 6. The proximity to Denver makes it an accessible destination for day trips, while its location near Keystone and other Summit County resorts creates opportunities for varied multi-mountain adventures.
Arapahoe Basin
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Season Info
While most resorts wind down in spring, A-Basin often continues operations into early summer, sometimes as late as July 4th. The mountain typically opens in October, offering one of the first chances to ski in Colorado each season. High elevation and favorable weather patterns create exceptional snow conditions throughout an extended season that can last up to 8 months.
Current Season
2024 - 2025
Opening Day
10/22/2024
Closing Day
6/8/2025
Days Open
230
Annual Snowfall
Metric
8.89m
889cm
Imperial
29.2ft
350in
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