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Wolf Creek, CO opens for daily skiing and snowboarding starting Tuesday, October 22nd

Wolf Creek, CO opens for daily skiing and snowboarding starting Tuesday, October 22nd

Wolf Creek Ski Area opens October 22nd. | Image: Wolf Creek Ski Area Facebook

Wolf Creek, Colorado Ski Area announced today, October 20th, that the ski area will be open starting Tuesday, October 22nd.

While Wolf Creek won’t take the crown for being the first resort in the U.S. to open this season, the Colorado resort will offer significantly more terrain than Ski Ward, Massachusetts, which opens Saturday. October 19th, won the race for the opening. Ski Ward currently offers a single run served by a tow lift. Wolf Creek Ski Area will offer skiing and snowboarding seven days a week starting Tuesday. The Bonanza, Treasure and Nova lifts operate from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and provide access to approximately 30% of the mountain. The magic carpet is used for the “Wolf Pup” and “Wolf Rider” programs.

Ski slopes in the Wolf Creek ski areaSki slopes in the Wolf Creek ski area
Wolf Creek’s terrain is varied and easily accessible./ Photo credit: wolfcreekski.com

Snow depth at Wolf Creek Ski Area is currently 16 inches at the halfway point, and year-to-date snowfall is 21 inches. Conditions at Wolf Creek are machine groomed, with early season conditions and unmarked obstacles. Machine-groomed trails include:

  • Quiet,
  • Bonanza Crossover,
  • Navajo Trail,
  • summer day,
  • Divide Trail/Kelly Boyce,
  • Powder Puff Valley,
  • Knocker,
  • Charisma,
  • Bunny Hop,
  • Nova,
  • and Susan’s.

As usual, with more snow and wintry conditions, more terrain and lifts will open.

Wolf Creek will operate three ski lifts and a magic carpet starting Tuesday, October 22nd. | Image: Eric Deitemeyer

The 2024-25 season marks Wolf Creek’s 85th season, which the resort will celebrate with a series of fun events and activities throughout the season, offering skiers and snowboarders the chance to win prizes and giveaways, starting with the opening ceremonies. On opening day, visitors are invited to wear the anniversary colors of red and gold and receive a commemorative 85th anniversary sticker. For more information, visit the 85th anniversary page.

Please note that uphill traffic is not recommended at this time due to heavy equipment and snowmaking operations. Lobo Overlook is a great alternative for skiers and snowboarders looking to earn their turns.

Local rates apply for lift tickets. $68 for adults, $49 for seniors and $34 for children. Ski school, ski and snowboard rentals and Treasure Sports are open. The Pathfinder Bar will be open, as will the Continental Espresso Bar. The Upper Lodge will have limited food service.

Conditions look great at Wolf Creek. | Image: Eric Deitemeyer