A Smart Start To Ski Season: C...

We know, it's summer! Most folks aren't thinking about powder turns and hot cocoa… but a bit of winter planning now can go very far once the snow starts falling.

Across Colorado Ski Country USA, resorts are rolling out summer offers on season passes, lift tickets, lodging, and lessons, which means skiers and riders have the chance to lock in value early (and the earlier the better!). Planning early and purchasing in the summer often comes with better prices, more lodging options, flexible payment plans, and, of course, the pleasure of knowing there are already a few mountain days waiting for you this winter.

Many skiers and riders are weighing their winter plans carefully as we head into 2026-27. Booking early can make these decisions easier. The right offers help snow lovers build a winter around time outside with the people they love, away from the usual routine, and with the kind of days that have brought generations of skiers and riders to Colorado slopes.

Here are a few current offers from CSUSA member resorts to keep on your radar:

Copper Mountain

Copper Mountain's Ultimate Family Ski Trip with Kids Ski Free lodging deal is available when guests book by July 13. Families can save 33% on lodging with a stay of three nights or more, receive free lift tickets for kids 12 and under with the purchase of a two-day adult lift ticket, and enjoy extras including Fast Tracks, a Woodward Barn Drop-In session and a Rocky Mountain Coaster ride.

Copper is also offering 50% off a second night of lodging, plus Anytime Tickets with no blackout dates or restrictions. Guests who purchase Anytime Tickets by Sept. 8 can lock in the best pricing for the 2026/27 season.

Copper's 2026/27 Adult Season Pass is available for $799. New this season, one free child season pass for ages 17 and under is included with the purchase of one adult season pass. The Copper Four Pack with Bonus Day is also available for $369 through Sept. 8 and includes five unrestricted days on the mountain.

Loveland Ski Area

Loveland's spring season pass pricing is available before prices increase on July 1, meaning NOW is the smartest time for loyal Loveland skiers to lock in their winter plans.

Loveland Ski Area has held season pass prices steady for four years in a row, underscoring its commitment to value and keeping skiing in Colorado accessible. Current rates include adult season passes starting at $599, young adult passes at $409, child passes at $199, midweek passes at $449 and senior passes at $199.

Loveland's flexible payment plan ends July 1, giving guests a limited-time opportunity to lock in the lowest available rate and spread payments over several months.

New this year, guests can also add season pass insurance for extra peace of mind. Loveland has book-ahead daily lift ticket pricing available from $69 per day.

Winter Park Resort

Winter Park Resort is currently offering up to 50% off lodging for winter stays, plus a $100 dining credit for guests who book qualifying stays by Sept. 29. Savings increase with length of stay, with the largest discounts available for stays of six nights or more.

Winter Park Flex Lift Ticket Packs are also available for the 2026/27 season, allowing guests to get the best pricing now without choosing exact ski dates yet.

Granby Ranch

Granby Ranch's Ski and Stay offer includes 15% off lodging through local hotel and rental partners, plus 15% off day tickets.

For families and newer skiers, Granby Ranch is also offering a Multi Week Camp youth program, Beginner Basics lessons with one-on-one instructor time before the mountain opens, and Night Skiing and Twilight Skiing for $64.

Monarch Mountain

Monarch Mountain currently has one- to four-day Flex Tickets available from $79 per day, giving skiers and riders another flexible way to plan ahead for the season.

Ski Cooper

Ski Cooper's best day pass offers (and trust us… they're great deals) are expected later in the fall and winter, so keep an eye out as the season gets closer.

The Best Winter Plans Start Early

Booking early doesn't mean rushing winter… it's all about giving yourself more choices at potentially better prices before flakes are flying. Get a head start so that when winter arrives, you already have something good waiting for you in the mountains.

Image courtesy Ryan Bonneau, Telluride.