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Keystone 2020- What to Expect this December

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December 17, 2020 by Summit Express

Expectations for December: Keystone Colorado

Every time you visit the Rocky Mountains you can expect to be surrounded by take-your-breath-away beauty and the world’s BEST recreational downhill terrain. Keystone is no exception.  So here is what you’ll need to expect this December.

Keystone is the perfect location for an unforgettable Christmas getaway. The mountain is open for skiing and boarding. Mother nature has provided a solid base. Snow making technicians have been hard at work making and moving snow around the entire mountain. Conditions are great. Of course, we want more snow!! Reminder: When you pray for snow, pray for snow in our mountains. 

For the most updated conditions, visit Keystone’s website or checkout their live mountain camera. https://www.keystoneresort.com/the-mountain/mountain-conditions/mountain-cams.aspx

I’ve skied Keystone several times this December. Its been AWESOME.  Here’s what you can expect on the mountain.

SE’s account manager enjoying another blue bird day at Keystone Resort

  • Reservations to ski are required in advance.  I can not stress this enough. Reservations are required and can be purchased here: https://www.epicpass.com/info/reservation-details.aspx
  • Masks are required in all public areas including the lift line. It’s non-negotiable. For the safety of your family and others, please wear your mask. There are plenty of Keystone employees to help you with questions, direct you to ski school, carry your gear and to enforce this county mandated safety measure.
  • Gondola is restricted to parties traveling together. What this means is it takes a little longer to get up the mountain than years past, especially if you are riding as a single. Ski-like-a-local tip: Consult your trail map while enjoying the scenic gondola ride. Look for mid-mountain lifts, like Montezuma to avoid the base area. If you do ski to the base, take the Summit Express lift back up, instead of the gondola. The lines are shorter and you will not have to take off your skis. Check out the trail map: https://www.keystoneresort.com/the-mountain/about-the-mountain/trail-map.aspx
  • Plan your breaks. Indoor dining is closed on the mountain. Restrooms are open. There are grab and go food options mid-mountain, but you will have to eat and enjoy that beer outside on picnic tables. Restaurants in the village are open for outdoor seating. Keystone has enhanced outdoor heaters but it’s not the same as warming up for an hour over lunch at a mid-mountain lodge. Plan ahead. Eat a protein-packed breakfast before you hit the slopes. Pack a granola bar in your jacket.  For more information about dining at Keystone: https://www.keystoneresort.com/explore-the-resort/during-your-stay/dining.aspx
  • DRINK WATER.  Keystone’s base is 9,280 feet in elevation. Humidity at high altitude is very low. As a result, you may not be able to know how much moisture has evaporated from your skin. Ski-like-a-local tip: The best way to avoid injuries is to ski terrain within your ability level. Don’t forget to take breaks, especially because on-mountain lodges are not open. Remember to rest your muscles!

 

Keep these tips in mind when you are planning your day on the mountain and you will have a blast!!

Plus, when your ski day is over, there are still plenty of fun activities and sites to see. Bundle up and enjoy everything Summit County has to offer.

  • Dillon Marina Park has a giant LED Holiday Tree with music and a choreographed light show on display nightly from 5p-9p. for more information on Dillon events: https://www.townofdillon.com/events
  • If you need more holiday lights, check out Silverthorne’s displays. https://www.silverthorne.org/discover-silverthorne/visitor-s-guide/holiday-light-guide
  • If lights aren’t your thing, try bowling. Elevation Bowl in Dillon has 16 brand new lanes and is open and accepting reservations. 970-368-6435
  • Or go tubing in Keystone. https://www.keystoneresort.com/explore/mountaintop-snow-tubing-confirmation.aspx

IMG 3862Physical Distancing is a drag, but don’t let it ruin your vacation. There is still plenty to see and do. We are so happy you are coming to Colorado.  The skiing is amazing. Enjoy your holidays. Have Fun. Be Safe and remember to follow all county protocols.

 

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Do’s and Don’ts: Last Minute Bookings

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December 9, 2020 by Kevin W

the Do’s and mostly Don’ts: Last Minute Bookings

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Planning on coming out to Summit County to ski and snowboard this year?  If so, make sure you are ahead of the game this season.

With new restrictions in town it has become a little more tricky to travel to the mountains. . .but that does not mean it has to be stressful.  Here are some tips to make sure your travel plans go smoothly.

Trip Tips:

  1. Traveling with a big party?  If that’s the case. . try to plan on splitting larger groups in two.  With current restrictions in place it is MUCH easier to book reservations with smaller parties.  Staying together of course is always the main goal but for travel purposes and booking accommodations you may have more luck searching for a services with a smaller party.                                                                                          **We truly love bringing people up to our beautiful home, which is why we always suggest booking in advance.  https://www.summitexpress.com/
  2. Make sure to call hotels ahead of time. Many establishments are only allowing same family parties into accommodations.  Looking for solo accommodations may be easier than traveling with a group. Here’s a good read for anyone coming into town  https://www.summitcountyco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/27752/Amended-and-Restated-PH-Order—COVID-19
  3. Book your ski/ride reservations ahead of time!  We’ve already seen the tragic stories~ People  booked a 5 day trip and only could reserve 1 day of skiing so they ended up cutting the trip short and flying home.  Make sure if you are skiing with an epic pass that you make reservations ahead of time.  A ski trip with no skiing is never a good time.     https://www.epicpass.com/info/reservation-details.aspx 
  4. Riding Copper?  Make sure to book a parking reservation if you are driving or plan on taking the free Summit Stage bus.  https://www.coppercolorado.com/plan-your-trip/getting-here/parking     Last minute bookings have been available here so this might be the first actual DO’s in terms of do’s and don’ts for last minute booking.  If you do not find a spot, NO SWEAT just hop on the Summit Stage and bus on over to Copper.  No need for a parking pass if you aren’t parking!  https://summitcountyco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/29947/Copper-Mtn-Win-20-21

All in all. . . the theme this winter is to make sure you are planning ahead.  Last minute/spur the moment trips are always the best kinds BUT in these trying times booking ahead is always going to be the safest and most dependable option.

Lastly, whether you like the restrictions or not please adhere to all rules and regulations.  I know this is a vacation town to most but to a lot of us this is a place we call home.  We constantly have visitors coming and going from Summit County so please be courteous and keep our town and its locals safe.  We all want to get back to work! Please help keep our season alive.  

With that being said PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE support all the local business you can during your stay here.  If you are ordering take out food or using any kind of services here please make sure to TIP.  There are lots of people who make their living off tips and are currently taking huge cuts to make sure all our visitors can still experience how lovely are county truly is.  Please HELP US HELP YOU!

 

Be safe out there everybody.

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One of our drivers and dispatchers practicing his social distancing earlier this month

 

Filed Under: Breckenridge, Colorado Ski Resort News, Copper Mountain, Local Colorado News Tagged With: epic pass, ikon, ski, snowboard, summit county

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