Winter is almost here. Vail Mountain is still scheduled to open on Friday, November 13, and Vail Daily reports that the mountain’s chief operating officer is confident the snowmaking effort will keep the opening on track.
Getting there has taken a team effort. The mountain saw nearly three inches of natural snow in October and began its snowmaking preparations that week. Vail Resorts has also invested heavily in the infrastructure behind it, with more than $100 million spent on snowmaking across its portfolio since 2015.
The outlook is promising, too. Forecasters are watching for a Super El Niño this season, which has locals hopeful for a big winter. Early-season terrain is typically limited and made on man-made snow, so check the resort’s live lift and trail status before you go.
What it means for Eagle County: Opening day marks the start of the winter rhythm in Vail and Beaver Creek: second-home owners returning, rental demand picking up, and buyers touring properties with the lifts running. If you’re thinking about a mountain property this season, now is a good time to talk. [Add Hoffman West CTA/contact info.]
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