Keystone Ski Resort Guide
Keystone, United States
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 3,720m |
| Resort Height | 2,850m |
| Nearest Airports | Vail/Eagle and Denver International |
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Keystone
The ski area of Keystone is in the American Rockies at an altitude of 2,850m.
Summary
Keystone has direct access to 116 marked pistes, served by a total of 22 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,850m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,720m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Keystone is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Keystone.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'The Grizz'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Keystone?
The next notable snow forecast is 4cm, expected on 19 November.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Keystone Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 116 | |
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| Cross Country Total Length | 57km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 22 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Keystone Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 3,720m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Keystone) | 2,850m |
| Lowest Piste | 2,840m |
| Max Vertical | 880m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N
Keystone has ski slopes facing north (good for keeping the snow).
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Keystone?
This ski resort is in the American Rockies in Stanley, Colorado.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Keystone is Vail/Eagle, 80 minutes drive away.
Denver International, Steamboat Springs, Yampa Valley, Aspen and Colorado Springs airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 22 ski lifts are able to uplift 27,273 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 189 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Keystone open?
Opened (since October 25, 2024).
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
