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Welcome to Monarch, a real Colorado ski area!
Monarch Mountain, located in South Central Colorado, is what you expect from a real Colorado ski area. Abundant natural snow (350 + in.) and friendly people are two of the areas strongest attributes. You walk from your car right to the lifts, prices are reasonable, and the runs flow naturally back to the base area. At Monarch you'll lose the crowds but not your friends.
Looking for great powder, spectacular views, 1000+ acres of expert terrain, steeps, trees, cliffs, and bowls? You found it with Monarch Mountain's Snowcat Tours. Considered some of the bestsnowcat skiing in the state, guests enjoy skiing/riding in closely spaced trees, variable snow conditions and extremely steep slopes.
At the base of Monarch Pass lies the sunny Arkansas River Valley, with everything you need to make your visit complete. The towns of Salida, and Buena Vista have great restaurants, galleries, shops, and a variety of accommodations. This winter come up and stay a few days and experience real mountain hospitality.
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SEASON - November 23, 2011 to April 15, 2012
HOURS - 9am-4p
Parking
Free parking at base area
Can't Miss Deal
Our season pass includes free or discounted skiing and riding at 20 other areas! Discounted lift tickets may be purchased online.
Lift Tickets
Adult (ages 16-61) 1 day $57, 2 day $110,
3 day $165, 4 day $220, 1/2 day (starts at 12:30) $42, 2:00 p.m. + $25
Teens (ages 13-15) 1 day $35, 2 day $66,
3 day $99, 4 day $132,
1/2 day (starts at 12:30) $29
Junior (ages 7-12) 1 day $21, 2 day $38,
3 day $57, 4 day $76,
1/2 Day (starts at 12:30) $14.00
Senior (ages 62-68) 1 day $32, 2 day $60,
3 day $90, 4 day $120,
1/2 Day (starts at 12:30) $21.00
Child (6 and under) & Senior (69 & over) -- SKI/RIDE FOR FREE
Season Passes
Prices go up November 6th, 2011.
Adult (ages 16-61) $339.00
Student (ages 13-15) $209.00
Junior (ages 7-12) $109.00
Senior (ages 62+) $209.00
Senior (ages 69+) WITHOUT PARTNER RESORT INCENTIVES Free
Children (ages 3-6)Free with purchase of adult season pass
https://www.isalessite.com/skimonarch
Signature Trail
Pinball. While not even on our map, this unofficial trail is a favorite of kids and by default, their parents!
Monarch Ski and Ride School
Monarch Ski & Ride School. Lessons: (All ages) alpine, snowboarding, never-ever packages, weekly adult clinics, weekly women's afternoon clinics, multi-week children's programs (3-18 years). Daycare: Childcare and lessons for 3 to 6 years. Contact: Ski & Ride School, 888.996.7669 x5196; childcare, 888,996.7669 x5141.
Director: Jack Sciacca 719.530.5195 reservations@skimonarch.com http://skimonarch.com/index.php/lessons-childcare
Mountain Dining
At the base there is a choice for all of your stomach's grumblings: Gunbarrel Café, Starbucks coffee, and preferred seating and service in the Sidewinder Saloon Bar.
Back Country and Snow Cat Tours
Looking for great backcountry? Monarch has a couple options for you; Milkwood Basin is 130 acres of "hike to heaven" with some double-black bowls, chutes and trees. Since 1990 Monarch Snowcat Tours has been taking people to the top of the Continental Divide to ski some fantastic terrain. The friendly Guides will take you to open bowls, steep tree runs, glades, cliffs and even show you some of the local's secret stash. You really need to experience a day with Monarch Snowcat Tours to make your season complete.
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Monarch Mountain - Breezeway Cam
Address
Monarch
#1 Powder Place
23715 Hwy. 50
Monarch, CO 81227
Elevation
Peak - 11,952 ft.
Base - 10,790 ft.
Vertical Rise - 1,162 ft.
Terrain & Services
Beginner - 14%
Intermediate - 55%
Expert - 31%
Skiable Acres - 800
Number of Trails - 63
Longest Trail - 1 mile
Total Lifts - 5 lifts 3 conveyor lifts
Terrain Parks
3 parks. Aftershock: Advanced Tilt: Beginner K2: Advanced (natural features)
Avg Annual Snowfall - 350 inches
Avg Days of Sun Year - 300 days
Biggest Event
Kayaks on Snow Boatercross: April 2, 2011.
Apres Ski
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs.
Alternate Day
Monarch Snowmobile Tours offers full and half day adventures. The Arkansas River flows right through the nearby town of Salida which contains Colorado's largest historic district. Salida's downtown is full of funky art galleries, tasty restaurants, and live music venues.
How to Get Here and Get Around
Directions by Air
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport and Denver International Airport provide jet connections to cities worldwide.
Directions by Car
159 miles from Denver via US 285 and US 50; 120 miles from Colorado Springs via Colorado 115 and US 50 or via US 24, US 285 and US 50; 110 miles from Pueblo via US 50; 190 miles from Grand Junction via US 50.
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Two Turkey Relay Run, November 12, 9:30 AM, Relay race with two person teams, each running 2 miles
Opening day, November 23
Christmas Prelude and Tea with Santa, December 2-4, Various holiday events throughout Salida
Holiday Sampler II, December 3, 9:00 AM, Chaffee County Fairgrounds, Poncha Springs
Santa Skis MonarchSanta Skis Monarch, December 24, Bring the little ones up to hang out with Santa as he skis or snowboards around Monarch spreading Christmas cheer. Photo opportunities will be available.
31st New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade & Firework Show, December 31, Monarch's New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade, Join us for our annual Torchlight Parade and Firework Show. Festivities will begin around sunset with drink specials and an incredible firework display. Guests can sign up with Guest Services to participate in the Torchlight Parade. If you have never participated in a torchlight parade, this is your chance
Kid FestMonarch's Kid Fest, January 8, 2012, Kid Fest 2012 will consist of FREE activities, contests, games and prizes for the young ones. Face painting, interactive snow sculptues, touch a snowcat, and a kids terrain park comp.
COSMIC Race the Divide, February 26, 2012, The Colorado Ski Mountaineering Cup, a seven-race ski mountaineering series in Colorado, has a stop at Monarch Mountain again this year. Look for more tree skiing and a boot pack if conditions permit. Chance of powder is high
7th Annual Kayaks on Snow, April 7, Monarch's Kayak on Snow Boatercross. Monarch's signature event. Contestants race head to head, similar to Skier Cross, down a specially designed course featuring berms, banks, and bumps, ending in an icy pond! This is as fun to watch as it is to race.
6th Annual Parking Lot Cook-Off & Tailgate Party, April 15, Monarch's Tailgate Party & Cook-off Contest Celebrate the end of ski season and beginning of whitewater season with our annual parking lot cook-off and tailgate party. Guests are encouraged to whip up their best eats, competing for next year's season pass among other goodies.
Closing Day, April 15
See summer events here www.coloradoinfo.com/summervacationplanner/buenavista-salida
Salida and Chaffee County is located in Central Colorado, the Heart of the Colorado Rockies. It stars the small towns of Buena Vista, Salida, Poncha Springs and Monarch. Fun, friendly and affordable are the hallmarks of this region. Folks drawn here enjoy the welcome contrasts to the state's more glamorous destination resorts. You don't need the trendiest clothes or newest equipment to fit in with the locals. However, if you do have a thirst for adventure, we have more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft, fish, float or kayak. A dozen of the states 53, 14,000 ft peaks touch the sky in the Sawatch Range.
In spring, summer, fall and winter, Chaffee County is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast. Visitors can choose from recreational activities such as hiking, biking, ATVing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, flyfishing, camping, horseback riding, ziplining, swimming, tennis and golf. Year-around visitors in the "banana belt" can enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of antique shops in the historic towns of Salida and Buena Vista. Lodging options range from motels to rustic inns, bed and breakfasts, hostels, beautiful campsites to guest ranches. Find out why we say "Now This Is Colorado!"
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