New Terrain Open and More Snow on the Way!

February 3rd, 2012

Chair 4 and Chair 8 are now open just as another snowstorm is moving into position here at Loveland. The snow started falling yeterday and the forecast is calling for it to continue through Saturday. By the time it’s all said and done we could see 3 to 6 inches of fresh stuff, just in time for the weekend! Make plans to spend your weekend getting fresh lines at Loveland, not waiting in lift lines at the other resorts!

Got a friend who’s out of the loop? Make sure they stay in the know and forward this e-mail to a friend! Don’t leave yourself in the dark either; Loveland custom snow reports will make sure you never miss another powder day again. Sign-up to receive the Loveland snow report daily, every Friday, or only when it snows 6 inches or more!

Make Plans for Valentine’s Day!
Loveland once again celebrates Valentine’s Day with the annual Mountaintop Matrimony event where couples get married or renew their vows in this high-altitude mass wedding cerimony! Registration is now taking place for the 21st annual Mountaintop Matrimony. Visit the Mountaintop Matrimony page for all the details and to register to be eligible for a buy-one-get-one ticket.

Specials from Loveland Sport Shop
Get ready for all this snow with some new outerwear now on sale at the Loveland Sport Shop. All outerwear from brands such as Marmot, Patagonia, Spyder and Volcom is now 30% off. Conveniently located at the base of Loveland Basin and Valley, the Loveland Sport Shop carries all the top name brands at Front Range mega-store prices! Some restrictions apply on sale items; please see the Sport Shop for complete details.

Upcoming Events

Backcountry Babes Telemark Clinic - Sunday, Feb. 5th
The Backcountry Babes visit Loveland to host a women's specific telemark clinic. Free your heel and learn this classic disciple that is gaining popularity. All abilities are welcome and equipment demos are available. Visit backcountrybabes.net for all the details.

Ditch Day with Alice 105.9 FM - Monday, Feb. 6th
Start working on that fake cough because it’s going to be time to call in sick! Slacker & Steve are having a ditch day and you’re invited! 20 lucky listeners will have the opportunity to win and everyone that enters will receive a coupon for a $40 lift ticket! Download and Print the Coupon Here!

95.7 FM The Party's Ski Hooky Day – Thursday, Feb. 9th
Listen to 95.7 FM The Party for your chance to win tickets to Loveland and be sure to join us for the next Hooky Day on Thursday, January 12th featuring $20 tickets. All you need to do is sign up for Party VIP to receive your coupon for the day!

The Snow is Falling at Loveland Ski Area!

January 19th, 2012

Hooray SNOW! It has been a wintery few days here at Loveland with nearly a foot of fresh snow falling on the slopes this week. The forecast also looks good with some reports calling for up to 18" to fall through Sunday. This new snow would go a long way to helping us open more terrain, so keep doing your snow dance!

Be sure to sign up for custom snow reports to be the first to know how much we get. You can receive reports every day, only on Fridays, or anytime we receive 6 inches or more. Sign-up now and never miss another powder day again!

Take the Front Range Ski Bus!
This weekend promises a snowy drive to the mountains, so save yourself the hassle and take the Front Range Ski Bus! Picking up at several convenient Front Range locations, the ski bus gives you an affordable option to make it to Loveland for a great day of skiing. Use the promotional code “SHREDPOW” to save yourself a little more and don’t forget to ask about our discounted lift ticket rate!

Make Plans for Valentine’s Day!
Loveland once again celebrates Valentine’s Day with the annual Mountaintop Matrimony event where couples get married or renew their vows in what could be the largest high-altitude mass wedding in the world! Registration is now taking place for the 21st annual Mountaintop Matrimony. Visit the Mountaintop Matrimony page for all the details and to register to be eligible for a buy-one-get-one ticket.

Upcoming Events

Salomon BBR Demo – Wednesday, January 25th , 2012
Salomon visits with their new BBR ski for you to demo at no cost. Their new BBR ski features a unique shape that will help you master all corners of the mountain in any conditions. Find them in the front of the Basin Parking Lot for your chance to try out a pair of the BBR Skis. There is no cost to participate although a valid lift ticket, driver's license and credit card for deposit are required.

Fun Family Race Day – Saturday, January 28th, 2012
Join us on Saturday, January 28th as Loveland Ski Area, the Race Club and Subaru host a Fun Family Race Day. Gather your friends and family and challenge them to a timed race down a dual slalom course. Simply sign-up the morning of at the base of the Basin at no cost for the race on Firecut off Chair 2.

December Off to the Right Start!

December 8th, 2011

December Brings Beautiful Weather
December started off on the right track with a few small storms that dropped some fresh snow on Loveland and this weekend the forecast is calling for some sun shine and mild temperatures; perfect early season skiing conditions! Snowmaking has wrapped up leaving everything in the hands of Mother Nature from here on out. Be sure to do your part with a snow dance and pray for powder!


Ski Hooky Days Return to Loveland!
We are excited to announce that the popular 95.7 FM The Party Ski Hooky Days will be returning to Loveland this season. If you missed the first Hooky Day then plan ahead to play hooky with us on Thursday, January 12th. Listen to 95.7 FM The Party for your chance to win tickets to Loveland and be sure to join us for Hooky Days featuring $20 tickets. All you need to do is sign up for Party VIP to receive your coupon for the day. Loveland will be hosting the Ski Hooky Days once a month through March and by signing up for Party VIP you'll also receive a 2-for-1 coupon good for 2 weeks after the Hooky Day (blackouts may apply).

Great Holiday Gift Ideas from Loveland!
Loveland Gift Cards and Gift Certificates are a great option for those hard-to-shop-for people on your list. Loveland Gift Cards can be purchased in any denomination and are good for purchases all over the ski area including tickets, lessons, sports shop, day care and even food! Gift Certificates are also available for any specific product and are great for the first time skier to the die-hard snow sports enthusiast. For more information and to purchase, please call 303-571-5580 ext. 170.

Loveland Sports Shop Demo Center
Although many of the larger demo days have come and gone, the Loveland Sports Shop offers demos of all the skis, snowboards, and telemark models they carry. Take advantage of the Hat Trick Demo which allows you to try multiple skis or boards so you can find the right one for you. For more information on demos please contact the Loveland Sport Shop.

Upcoming Events

January Demo Days - January 2012
Demo Days continue at Loveland in the New Year with visits from Outdoor Divas and Bent Gate Mountaineering. Outdoor Divas hosts a women's specific demo day on Thursday, January 5th, and Bent Gate hosts an AT and telemark demo on Sunday, January 15th. Check out the full event calendar for details.

95.7 FM THe Party's Ski Hooky Day - Saturday, January 12th
Listen to 95.7 FM The Party for your chance to win tickets to Loveland and be sure to join us for the next Hooky Day on Thursday, January 12th featuring $20 tickets. All you need to do is sign up for Party VIP to receive your coupon for the day!

Ski Season off to a Good Start!

October 28th, 2011

Ski Season off to a Good Start!

It's not even November yet but we've already had a few awesome powder days here at Loveland! A storm that pushed through Tuesday and Wednesday dropped nearly 2 feet of new snow and the early season conditions are spectacular. We currently have two top to bottom runs open and the recent storm will help get more terrain open very soon. The snowmakers are working hard to put the finishing touches on Chair 6 and we will let you know as soon as it is ready to start turning. If you want to be the first to know, check out skiloveland.com this weekend for updates or follow us on Facebook! Hopefully this snow is a sign of things to come! The forecast is calling for some beautiful weather this weekend, a great chance to get that first day on the slopes! Early season tickets are only $47 for an adult full day and only $22 for children ages 6-14.

Save $10 on any 4-Paks Purchased at a Fall Ski Show!
Everyone in Colorado knows the Loveland 4-Pak is the best deal going with fully transferable tickets and no blackout dates. Now you can save even more on this already great deal by purchasing a 4-Pak at a Front Range Ski Show . Purchase a 4-Pak at any of the ski shows Loveland attends this fall and save an extra $10! 4-Paks are regularly $129 when purchased online , but you can pick them up for only $119 at any Ski Show Loveland attends. If you live in the Summit County area, come visit us at the Dillon Dam Brewery tonight for their Pray for Powder Party where you can pick up a discount 4-Pak. Check out our complete Ski Show Schedule. Don't forget that 4-Paks are not available for purchase at any Loveland Ticket Window and will not be sold after November 20th, 2011!

Loveland Season Passes Have the Best Perks
Not only do you get one of the snowiest and longest seasons in Colorado with a Loveland Season Pass , but lots of other extras as well. All season passes now come with 3 days at Monarch Mountain, 3 days at Purgatory (midweek pass not valid at Purgatory), 1 unguided day at Silverton , plus tons of other great perks ! Hurry because these prices expire on November 20th, 2011.

2011 - 2012 Loveland Season Pass Prices

New Renewal
Adult (23-69) $359 $339
Young Adult (15 - 22) $269 $249
Child (6-14) $159 $149
Under 5 No Cost No Cost
Senior (70+) $79 $79
Midweek $249 $239

Bundle Season Rentals for your Child and Save!
Loveland Ski Area has partnered with The Sports Authority to offer your child (6-14) an amazing deal on season long rentals and a season pass. Visit one of The Sports Authority's participating locations, sign your child up for one of their Junior Season Lease Packages and you can purchase a season pass to Loveland for your child for just $100! That is $59 off the regular price! Restrictions apply, please see the complete details

Early Season Demo Days Return to Loveland!
Along with a new season comes new gear, and where else would you get to try out this new gear but Loveland Ski Area, your demo day headquarters! This fall tons of ski, snowboard and telemark brands descend on Loveland to let you demo all of this year's equipment before you buy it. Christy Sports visits on November 12th, with their complete line up of brands for you to demo. Packages including lift tickets, lunch and unlimited demos are available by pre-registering at any Christy Sports Location. Colorado Ski & Golf hosts their demo just a week later on November 19th and 20th and pre-registration is taking place now at all their locations. For pricing details pleas visit our online event calendar .

Thanks For a Great Season!

Video footage from Closing Weekend 2010-2011. Thanks for another great season! See you in the Fall!

Spring Storms Bring Another 2 Feet to Loveland!

Spring Storms Bring Another 2 Feet to Loveland!
As other ski areas around Colorado are getting ready to close, Loveland is still going strong! A couple spring storms have hit us this week dropping another two feet of fresh and pushing our year-to-date total over 475 inches and our mid-mountain base over 100 inches! With just under a month of the season remaining, there is still time to get great spring skiing and riding in! And with late season ticket pricing now in effect, only $46 for adult and $22 for children, what other excuse do you need?!

2011 / 2012 Season Pass Announcement
As the end of an epic snow season looms in the near future we are excited to announce that 2011 / 2012 Season Passes are on sale now and will be good for the remainder of 2010 / 2011 season as well! These are the lowest priced passes that will be offered for 2011 / 2012 season and are available online, at the Loveland Basin Ticket Office, or over the phone by calling 303-571-5580 x136. Don't forget, all season passes now come with 3 days at Monarch Mountain, 3 days at Purgatory, plus tons of other great perks! Hurry because these prices expire on Closing Day, May 31st, 2011.

2011 - 2012 Loveland Season Pass Prices
New Renewal
Adult (23-69) $359 $339
Young Adult (15 - 22) $269 $249
Child (6-14) $159 $149
Under 5 No Cost No Cost
Senior (70+) $79 $79
Midweek $249 $239

Ski & Ride School Open Through May 8th
The Loveland Ski & Ride School will continue to operate as normal out of the Basin Lodge despite the closing of the Loveland Valley. Expert instructors are available for all levels of skiing and snowboarding on both a walk-in and advanced registration basis. The Ski & Ride School is also still offering telemark instructions with advanced registration. Spring is a great time to learn, brush up on technique, or take it to the next level, so get all the info you need by visiting the Loveland Ski & Ride School, or by calling 303-571-5580 x170.

51st Annual Loveland Derby - This Weekend!
The largest amateur ski race in North America returns to Loveland for the 51st Season. Costumes, races, and fun surround this event as racers from all over America travel to celebrate the end of another season. Unfortunately the Loveland Valley will not be open to the public for these races. For more information on how to attend or get involved, contact the Loveland Race Club at 303-571-5580 x169

Upcoming Events - View the Entire Online Event Calendar
Tall Tee's & Tacos Slopestyle Competition - Session #2 - Saturday, April 23rd
Think you got skills? Prove it at the 2011 Tall Tees & Tacos Slopestyle competition at Loveland Ski Area. Join us as skiers and riders of all ages, abilities, and disciplines compete to win some of the $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs. Wahoo's Fish Tacos returns to provide lunch to competitors as the Skullcandy DJ spins Tunes in the Love Park during the competition. Registration costs $20 and includes and event tall tee and lunch. Valid lift ticket and signed waiver required.

Corn Harvest Benefit Ski Party - Saturday, April 30th
Join us on Saturday, April 24th as Loveland Ski Area hosts the 10th annual Corn Harvest benefit ski party for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. Packages including lift tickets, lunch, beer, raffle and donation will be available at morning registration for only $60 If you already have a pass or ticket registration will cost $30. A special BBQ will be served up with New Belgium beer and a giant raffle will be giving away some amazing prizes. This is the last big party of the season that you wont want to miss.

Spring Break Brings Sunny Skies and Great Skiing!

March 17th, 2011

Spring Brings Sunsine and Great Skiing!
This past week at Loveland has seen some perfect spring skiing conditions: sunny, warm and of course tons of great snow. The forecast is calling for this spring weather to continue this weekend after the chance for some fresh snow tonight. Meteorologists are calling for anywhere between a couple inches to up to a foot! Be sure to never miss a powder day by signing up for our custom snow reports delivered daily, on Fridays, or anytime we receive 6 inches or more.

Get Up, Get Down, Get Out! GOALS Vertical Challenge
Get Outside and Learn Something, or GOALS, is a youth development program designed to educated kids in ways they would otherwise not learn in the classroom through multi-day wilderness river trips. Join us for a vertical challenge with great prizes to help raise valuable funds to make these educational trips possible. Visit www.goals4youth.org to learn more about this great organization and how to get involved.

Beat the Crowds and Save Big this Spring Break!
Beat the crowds this spring break by skiing fresh lines here at Loveland, not waiting in lift lines at some of the other places! We have more snow than normal for spring break and now you can save even more money on Loveland's already affordable lift tickets. Visit any one of our convenient off-site ticket locations and pick up adult full day tickets for only $52 and children's tickets for only $22. If you're looking for an even better deal, Shell Gas is offering buy-one-get-one adult lift tickets with the purchase of 10 gallons of gas! Visit skifreedeals.com to find the participating gas stations and to see all the terms, conditions and restrictions.

Spring Entertainment at Loveland!
Spring is starting and Loveland's got more than just great skiing and riding on the calendar. Join us as we rock out on the Basin patio with live music each and every weekend for apres ski through the end of the season. This Saturday, join us as The Holler! rocks the base area between 2:30pm and 5:30pm. Be sure to visit the Rathskeller Bar for great specials on beer for you to enjoy while listening to some tunes and relaxing after a great day on the slopes!

Upcoming Events - View the Entire Online Event Calendar

Get Up, Get Down, Get Out! GOALS Vertical Challenge - Saturday, March 19th
Get Outside and Learn Something, or GOALS, is a youth development program designed to educated kids in ways they would otherwise not learn in the classroom through multi-day wilderness river trips. Join us for a vertical challenge with great prizes to help raise valuable funds to make these educational trips possible. Visit www.goals4youth.org to learn more about this great organization and how to get involved.

Tall Tee's & Tacos Slopestyle Competition - Session #1 - Saturday, March 26th
Think you got skills? Prove it at the 2011 Tall Tees & Tacos Slopestyle competition at Loveland Ski Area. Join us as skiers and riders of all ages, abilities, and disciplines compete to win some of the $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs. Wahoo's Fish Tacos returns to provide lunch to competitors as the Skullcandy DJ spins Tunes in the Love Park during the competition. Registration costs $20 and includes and event tall tee and lunch. Valid lift ticket and signed waiver required.