Cheap Places to Snow Ski

Skiing is one of the most popular winter sports in the world. However, with lift tickets costing as much as $100 per day, most people can't afford to ski that often. But if you know where to go and where to shop, you can often get package deals for lodging and lift tickets for a substantial discount.

  1. Ski Breckenridge

    • With a base elevation of almost 3,000 meters and a total of 30 lifts, Ski Breckenridge is large enough not to have to worry about overcrowding and lack of skiing space. The resort has been running since 1961 and caters to the needs of both novice and professional skiers alike. There are 155 available trails, which have varying levels of difficulty. With special deals including a $99 hotel accommodation, visitors can save up to half the usual cost of having a skiing vacation. As of 2010, lift tickets can be purchased for as low as $63 per day. A season pass can be purchased for as little as $429.

       

    Homewood

    • Homewood lies on the west shore of Lake Tahoe and has a base elevation of 6,000 feet and a summit of 8,000 feet. It has one of the best of views of the lake in the area and boasts eight chair lifts. It has 1,260 acres of skiable terrain and two terrain parks, which include jumps and rails for skiers and snowboarders alike. As of 2010, one-day tickets can be purchased for as little as $39, and an annual pass can be purchased for $299.

    Waterville Valley

    • Waterville Valley is located in New Hampshire's White Mountains. With a total area of about 500 acres, the park has 52 trails and a total of 12 lifts. White mountain has a variety of terrain that is suitable for novices and advanced skiers. The longest trail is three miles long. Waterville Valley also offers a terrain park complete with jumps and half pipes. As of 2010, lift passes for single days can be purchased for $59, and multiday passes can be purchased for $35 per day. A season past costs $839.