Colorado recorded 13.8 million skier visits during the 2024-25 winter season, according to preliminary data released by Colorado Ski Country USA, a ski industry trade association.
This figure marks the third-highest season on record for Colorado, following a strong start with solid November snowfall, variable mid-season weather, and a snowy spring that extended the season into May. Melanie Mills, President and CEO of Colorado Ski Country USA, praised member resorts for their adaptability and commitment to providing enjoyable experiences for a wide range of visitors.
The association represents 21 member resorts across Colorado, including Copper Mountain and Arapahoe Basin in Summit County. However, Vail Resorts-owned properties like Breckenridge and Keystone are not part of this group. Skier visits count each person skiing or snowboarding for any part of a day at a resort.
While skier visits across the United States increased slightly during the 2024-25 season, Colorado experienced a small decline compared to the previous year. The peak season for skier visits came in 2022-23, with Colorado reaching 14.8 million visits and the U.S. totaling 65.4 million.
Colorado typically accounts for just under a quarter of all U.S. skier visits. In the 2023-24 season, it made up about 22% of the national total. During 2024-25, the U.S. logged 61.5 million skier visits—the second-highest on record—up from 60.5 million in 2023-24. Meanwhile, Colorado’s visits fell by roughly 200,000 compared to the previous season’s 14 million.
Despite the slight decline, Colorado’s numbers remain strong. Industry experts suggest that the pandemic-driven surge in skiing popularity may now be leveling off.
“In a chaotic world, skiing remains a meaningful touchstone for so many,” Mills said. “Colorado’s ski areas welcome skiers and snowboarders from around the state, the country, and the world to escape to our slopes and enjoy genuine Colorado hospitality.”