Peak Elevation
11,952 ft
3,643 m
Vertical Drop
1,162 ft
354 m
Skiable Area
1,146 ac
464 ha
Avg Snowfall
350 in
889 cm
Lifts
8
Monarch Mountain Weather Forecast
About
Monarch Mountain straddles the Continental Divide on Monarch Pass, 20 miles west of Salida, Colorado. It is a no-frills, natural-snow area: 350 inches a year, no snowmaking, 1,146 skiable acres, and 1,225 feet of vertical off a 11,952-foot summit. The Tomichi lift, added in 2026, opened terrain in No Name Basin on the west side of the Divide.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by PowderMonarch, LLC
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Monarch Mountain have?
Monarch Mountain has 8 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 6,100 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Monarch Mountain?
Monarch Mountain has a vertical drop of 1,162 feet (354 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Monarch Mountain?
The summit of Monarch Mountain sits at 11,952 feet (3,643 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Monarch Mountain have?
Monarch Mountain has 77 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Monarch Mountain?
Monarch Mountain covers 1,146 acres (464 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Monarch Mountain offer night skiing?
No, Monarch Mountain does not offer night skiing.
Does Monarch Mountain have snowmaking?
No, Monarch Mountain relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Monarch Mountain get each year?
Monarch Mountain averages around 350 inches (889 cm) of snowfall per season.