Ski Cooper, Leadville: Tickets, Tours, Address, Phone Number, Ski Cooper Reviews: 4.5/5
Ski Cooper
Ski Cooper
4.5
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Ski Cooper is a family-friendly, affordable Colorado ski resort located just outside of historic Leadville, known for short its lift lines, soft snow, and an authentic skiing atmosphere. Base area amenities include a day lodge, cafeteria, Irish pub, rental shop, retail store, adult and children's ski school, and ski patrol. Additionally, a mountain-top Yurt provides on-mountain food and beverage. Cooper is the perfect destination for anyone seeking a quality Colorado skiing experience without having to fight crowds and spend a fortune. Discover why Cooper is truly "The Heart of Skiing in the Heart of the Rockies".
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Joanne K
Bloomington-Normal, IL279 contributions
A Blast From The Past Which is A Good THing
Mar 2021
Still our favorite mountain. Great views, great skiing, friendly staff. The kind of ski resort I grew up with in the 80's. Always a great day! Everyone is so helpful and makes for great family memeories.
Written March 21, 2021
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andyagp
4 contributions
Awesome secret ski mountain
Mar 2021
First day we felt like we had the place to ourselves. Late in the day and the next day had more skiers but no lines and plenty of runs and space tp yourself on these slopes. We skied the numerous blues and greens so many that we're not sure we skied all of them. There are also many black runs that we did not attempt but watched. This place has a lot of slopes. Breckenridge wanted $180 per day. ski cooper was $80 but if you buy online and early day passes go for as little as $40. Don't pass on this ski location.
Written March 18, 2021
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monica0586
Exton, PA66 contributions
Great Local Ski Resort
Mar 2021
Went skiing mid-week - practically had the place to ourselves. Staff was friendly and professional. Would recommend. Burgers were great.
Written March 8, 2021
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beastie3
Branson, MO49 contributions
Don't Read This Review
Feb 2021 • Couples
I say don't read this review because we should look to keep this place secret. This is the perfect ski area if you are looking for reasonable prices, quick lift lines, well maintained and groomed runs, and generally a great ski experience. No Summit County Ski Cooper is not, but they don't claim to be either. Go enjoy a great day of skiing and help keep our little secret.
Written February 27, 2021
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Gagalkim
Atlanta, GA28 contributions
Awesome experience
Feb 2021 • Family
We spent 2 days at Ski Cooper for winter break. Our family of 6 attended ski school and then hit the slopes the next day. Eric, our instructor, was very patient with our group who had several first time skiers. Copper Mountain is a great family oriented place to learn that is not crowded. Would definitely recommend!
Written February 17, 2021
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ajselgrad
Fond du Lac, WI230 contributions
Do yourself a favor and come here
Jan 2021
If want to avoid the crowds, interact with friendly staff, not pay a lot compared the big resorts, and have a nice range of runs, then this is the place for your. Great for families, great for beginners, and experienced riders/skiers. If you book your lift tickets 48+ hours in advance you get a great discount on your lift tickets. Really enjoyed our 2 days here and hope to come back soon.
Written February 2, 2021
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Steve H
Denver, CO12 contributions
A great day at Cooper
Jan 2021
Very friendly and convenient small ski resort. Lift tickets are reasonable especially if pre booked. Food as also great. Mountain is very easy to use - you won't get lost! Snow was great when I went there, not too much grooming and the views are amazing.
Written January 21, 2021
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Maria
Coral Springs, FL22 contributions
Hidden gem
Jan 2021 • Friends
Ski cooper is a hidden gem among so many ski resorts in Colorado. The staff was great and so accommodating. Best bunny slope around.
Written January 14, 2021
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Zaitun101
Rancho Cucamonga, California66 contributions
The best ski resort ever!!!
Dec 2020
People are nice, and welcoming. The staffs are happy and ready to help, and this makes everyone happy as well; after all, we all there to have fun.
We really don't have anything bad to say about this place. It's really really an awesome place.
We really don't have anything bad to say about this place. It's really really an awesome place.
Written January 8, 2021
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kathleen w
Pocono Mountains Region, PA8 contributions
Amazing
Dec 2020 • Family
This was our families first trip to Ski Cooper. We were hesitant on the smaller size of the skiing area; however, it was more than perfect. The runs were remarkably beautiful, with long natural trails, vibrant evergreens, and remarkable mountain views, It was breathtaking. We loved how there were taking extra precautions with COVID as well. Counting individuals as they enter the lodge, spacing of tables, and markings throughout lift lines. This family owned ski resort had great management and exceptional friendly workers. I would highly recommend taking your family here for a nice getaway. Perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced skiers!
Written January 2, 2021
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fancypaws2004
Fond du Lac, WI
Would it be problematic to drive from the West Denver area during the week to snowboard? Is the drive fairly decent? Any other tips would be great, this would be our first trip to snowboard in Colorado!
Robb H
15 contributions
Are there lockers for rent at the base area? or may we leave our rental equipment at the rental shop overnight?
G.A. Wilson
2 contributions
Do they have tubeing and tube rentals?
John J
Houston, TX2 contributions
Yes, they have a tubing place by the parking lot
Hello! Is the back side going to be ready for the 2019/20 ski season? Thank you!
Peter C
Kerrville, TX17 contributions
According to the Ski Cooper website, work is progressing on schedule and is planned to be open for the 2019-2020 season. The Tennessee Basin will offer steeper double black diamond terrain. Steeper than anything on the front side.
Just wondering and making sure if we do the 2hr lesson, are we allowed to keep using the rental equipment afterwards if we decide to stay longer after the lesson? Also, not sure what Magic Carpet is versus a regular lift pass. Can anyone clarify? I've tried calling Ski Cooper for answers but they are closed for summer. This is going to be the first time going to ski in late December! Thanks so much!
dgmac2018
Mississippi31 contributions
You will rent ski equipment for the day so after your lesson you should still have the equipment for rest of the day.
Magic carpet is a pulley system track on the ground that moves you up the small hill used for beginners so you have no ski lift chair to deal with.
When you are ready and feel comfortable you can move to the ski chair lift and go up a bigger mountain. Hope this helps. Ski Cooper is open for several summer events like concerts and dinners. Check their website.
clarencemilburn14
McKinney, TX
Hi yes im in texas ( ugh) im finally able to return to colorado after 30 years away due to budget constraints! Thrilled to be coming back i wanted to know is there often snow in leadville mount elbert and ski cooper in late august? A lso is ski cooper open year round as we would love to visit THIS labor day thank you
SheilaLovesTravel
Alvin, TX49 contributions
They definitely are open for things like musical weekends, barbecues, etc. If you sign up for the Ski Cooper newsletter, they'll inform you of when they have off-season happenings, which is quite often. As to snow in August, I really don't think that'll happen, and for sure they wouldn't open that early for skiing.
Jane J
Huntsville, AL2 contributions
Looking at Ski Cooper/Leadville for Christmas week - as opposed to Breckenridge - your thoughts?
Jane Jones
Ruhskis
Vail, CO579 contributions
For skiing with young children or large families, I recommend Ski Cooper. It only has two chairlifts and green runs, but if that's enough for you, it won't be nearly as expensive or crowded as Breckenridge or Copper Mountain. However, I wouldn't recommend staying in Leadville. I find that town pretty depressing. Look for a hotel or rental in Vail, Minturn or Copper Mountain and drive the 20 miles to Ski Cooper each day. That's what we do with our grandkids. The Christie Lodge in Avon also has reasonable prices for small condos.
Pam M
Grand Junction5 contributions
How is the Grooming? I am a great intermediate skier on groomed slopes and looking for lots of fun runs.
Hi Pam! We typically groom 50-100 acres each night for your seamless corduroy enjoyment! I'm a bit biased, but I'd say we have the best grooming and softest snow in Colorado.
mmcan
USA41 contributions
Is there wifi in the base? My hubby doesn't ski. Where can he hang around in the base while we go skiing? Is Leadville really 20 minutes away when snow is cleared of the roads?
Hi there! With clear roads, Cooper is about 15 minutes from Leadville.
We do have WiFi. However, it is limited in both coverage and bandwidth, as our own Internet service to the ski area is extremely limited. We have an Irish Pub with TVs and great food & drinks to help pass the time. Additionally, our neighbors at the Tennessee Pass Nordic Center offer snowshoeing , Nordic skiing, tubing, and other alternatives.
