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Loveland Ski Area Resort Guide
Projected to open November 8, 2026
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 8
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Last Snowfall
Oct 26
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
13cm
Snow Depth
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Loveland Ski Area is located near Georgetown, Colorado, just east of the Eisenhower Tunnel, offering over 1,800 acres of skiable terrain and an average annual snowfall of 422 inches. The resort is known for its high elevation, varied terrain suitable for all abilities, and a laid-back, unpretentious atmosphere. Signature experiences include expansive bowl skiing, affordable lift tickets, and one of the longest seasons in Colorado, typically running from October to May. Key amenities include on-mountain dining, equipment rentals, ski and ride school, and convenient access from the Denver metro area.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Loveland Ski Area
Lifts
10
Skiable area
1800 ac
Longest run
3.2 km / 2 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad1
- Quad chair3
- Triple chair3
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 10 of 10 seasons on record
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Powder Alliance
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Loveland Basin Cafeteria & Bar – Known for its laid-back, welcoming atmosphere, this slopeside bar is a favorite among locals and visitors for après-ski drinks, offering panoramic mountain views and a cozy spot to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:05 PM UTC
13cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-42%
vs 5-Year Avg
23cm avg by now
-47%
vs 30-Year Avg
25cm avg by now
23cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 13.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~13.3 cm. That's 42% below the 5-year average (23 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 47% below the 30-year average (25 cm).
Loveland Ski Area Season Snowfall
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Loveland Ski Area Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 300cm with an average of 77 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 10% above this average (330cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 30cm | 8 days | 14cm | 26cm | 8cm |
| December | 34cm | 9 days | 32cm | 45cm | 7cm |
| January | 36cm | 10 days | 52cm | 66cm | 7cm |
| February | 36cm | 11 days | 68cm | 82cm | 7cm |
| March | 42cm | 11 days | 78cm | 93cm | 9cm |
| April | 52cm | 11 days | 82cm | 99cm | 11cm |
| May | 31cm | 7 days | 60cm | 90cm | 10cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
56 days scored, from 22 Feb
45
Best Day
28 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4528 Feb
- 4322 Feb
- 4026 Feb7cm
March 2026
- 4112 Mar
- 394 Mar2cm
- 383 Mar
April 2026
- 3716 Apr
- 3618 Apr4cm
- 3315 Apr4cm
February scored highest for Loveland Ski Area in 2025-26. Based on 56 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2025-26)
163 days
Nov 8, 2025 → Apr 19, 2026
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 8, 2026
Through Apr 19, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Loveland Ski Area
- Where is Loveland Ski Area?
- Loveland Ski Area is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Loveland Ski Area?
- Loveland Ski Area runs from a base elevation of 3,230 m (10,597 ft) to a summit of 3,871 m (12,700 ft), giving a vertical drop of 641 m (2,103 ft).
- How big is Loveland Ski Area?
- Loveland Ski Area has 1,800 acres (728 hectares) of skiable terrain, 94 marked runs and 10 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Loveland Ski Area?
- Loveland Ski Area is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Loveland Ski Area?
- Loveland Ski Area typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Loveland Ski Area get in a typical season?
- Loveland Ski Area averages 422 inches / 1072 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
