Peak Elevation
11,570 ft
3,527 m
Vertical Drop
3,450 ft
1,052 m
Skiable Area
5,317 ac
2,152 ha
Avg Snowfall
354 in
899 cm
Lifts
31
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About
Vail spreads across the Gore Range in central Colorado, the largest single ski mountain in the state at 5,317 acres. It drops 3,450 feet and averages about 354 inches of snow a season, fed across a front face, the seven legendary Back Bowls, and the Blue Sky Basin. More than 30 lifts and roughly 195 marked trails make it one of the biggest lift-served areas in North America.
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Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Vail have?
Vail has 31 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 54,963 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Vail?
Vail has a vertical drop of 3,450 feet (1,052 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Vail?
The summit of Vail sits at 11,570 feet (3,527 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Vail have?
Vail has 278 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Vail?
Vail covers 5,317 acres (2,152 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Vail offer night skiing?
No, Vail does not offer night skiing.
Does Vail have snowmaking?
Yes, Vail has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Vail get each year?
Vail averages around 354 inches (899 cm) of snowfall per season.