Eldora

Weather at Eldora

⛅partly-cloudy

Low: 32.9°F / High: 38.8°F

Wind: NW 13.1 mph

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 0 in

7 days: 0 in

Snow Depth

Base: 0 in

Season Total: 0 in

Resort Status

Lifts: --/--

Trails: --/--

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2025View Full Report →

Perched in Colorado's Front Range at 9,200 feet, Eldora offers a genuine mountain experience just 21 miles west of Boulder. This accessible resort combines challenging terrain with welcoming beginner areas, making it a favorite among both Denver locals and visitors seeking quick access to Colorado skiing.

Eldora's modern lift network includes six chairlifts and three surface lifts, efficiently serving 680 acres of varied terrain. The Alpenglow six-person chairlift whisks skiers to the summit in under five minutes, while the Challenge Mountain quad provides access to advanced terrain. This thoughtfully designed system minimizes wait times and maximizes your time on the slopes.

Eldora Lift System

Total Ski Lifts = 9

6-Person Chair

Quad Chair

Triple Chair

Double Chair

Surface Lift

Eldora Resort Elevation

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

680 ac

275.2 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

18%

Intermediate

48%

Advanced

18%

Expert

16%

View Full Trail Map

Location

As the closest ski resort to Boulder and the northern Denver metro area, Eldora combines convenience with authentic mountain terrain. The resort is easily accessible via RTD's N bus service from Boulder, making it one of Colorado's few ski areas reachable by public transit. Free parking and minimal traffic make Eldora an ideal choice for those seeking more skiing and less travel time.

Eldora

, colorado

Toggle layers using the controls in the top right. Ski runs and lifts are shown in the overlay.

Season Info

With an average of 300 inches of annual snowfall and comprehensive snowmaking coverage, Eldora typically operates from mid-November through mid-April. The resort's high elevation and northern exposure help preserve excellent snow conditions throughout the season, while spring brings legendary Colorado sunshine and perfect corn snow conditions.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/15/2024

Closing Day

4/20/2025

Days Open

157