Ski season was abruptly ended in March 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and various restrictions affected business in 2020-21. Aspen Skiing Co. says early reservations indicate business will bounce back this season.
An expanded snowmaking system saved the day for Aspen Skiing Co. and for skiers and riders hoping to hit the slopes at Aspen Mountain on Thanksgiving. Skico officials said the opening likely would have been delayed if not for the expanded snowmaking system.
Aspen Mountain will open with 50 acres at the top of the mountain with uploading and downloading required on the Silver Queen Gondola; Snowmass will open 7 acres at Elk Camp Meadows, uploading and downloading required on the Elk Camp Gondola.