Resorts Wolf-Creek-Ski-Area
Area Profile
Wolf Creek is a high alpine ski resort, 10,300 feet at the base and 11,900 feet at the summit, located in southern Colorado on scenic U.S. Highway 160. Its versatile terrain includes 1,600 acres along a high alpine ridge serviced by two triples, two doubles, one quad chairlift, and one magic carpet. Average snowfall is 465 inches earning the area its reputation for "The Most Snow in Colorado."
Lodging Profile
No lodging on site but dormitory style lodging, standard rooms, bed & breakfasts, condos, and cabins are available at both Pagosa Springs (23 miles west of the ski area) and South Fork (18 miles east of the ski area).
Services Profile
Wolf Creek Lodge offers full service cafeteria; Prospector grill and cafeteria; Pathfinder Bar, full service; Apres Ski in Pagosa Springs and South Fork. Base Camp picnic building. First aid room. Rental and sport shop at area; shopping and services nearby. Wolf Pup for ages 5-8 years. School instruction offers classes in racing, powder, beginner's package, snowboarding lessons; Hot Shot Ski & Snowboard program for ages 9-12, experienced skiers. Child care in Pagosa Springs and South Fork.
Area Recreation Profile
Telemark skiing, snowboarding, ice fishing, ice skating, sleigh riding, cross country, swimming, tubing, and movie theatres nearby.
Snowboarding Profile
Lessons and rentals available for snowboarding on site. Natural terrain available to challenge snowboarders of all abilities.
Cross Country Profile
Unlimited miles of cross country terrain for telemark skiing and snowboarding. Ten kilometers of cross country trails. Tracks are groomed regularly for both classical and skate skiers. Snowshoers are welcome.
Summer Profile
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Mountain Stats
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Top: 11904 FT Bottom: 10300 FT Vertical Drop: 1600 FT Skiable Terrain: 1600 acres Number of Runs: 77 Snow Making: 0 acres |
Total Lifts: na Surface Lifts: 2 Capacity: 8280 |
Beginner Runs: 20% Intermediate Runs: 35% Advanced Runs: 25% Expert Runs: 20% Average Snowfall: 465 IN |
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Projected Days Open: na Days Open Last Year: 163 Year Open: 1939 |
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Contact Information
Wolf-Creek-Ski-Area
Address:Top of Wolf Creek Pa Pagosa Springs, CO, 81147Phone: (970) 264-5639
Email: wolfcreekski@wolfcreekski.com
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