Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado & Escape2ski provides info on; vertical drop 1600ft/488m, total trails 57, closest airport 66mi/107km, lifts 9, and more.

The ski resort is located near Nederland in Boulder County, Colorado. It was the vision of four individuals, George Sweeny, Gabor Cseh, Frank Ashley and Donald Robertson who wanted to create a ski facility near Lake Eldora. There vision became reality when Eldora Mountain Resort opened in 1962 as a day area ski facility with a few trails and two T-Bars.

Eldora Mountain Resort is one of the few Colorado ski and snowboard areas located on the eastside of the Continental Divide and in close proximity to the city of Boulder, Colorado.

Today, Eldora Mountain Resort has skiing and snowboarding on three mountains, Little Hawk featuring green and blue trails and terrain parks, Challenge Mountain where the more difficult terrain is found and finally Bryan Mountain that features the most difficult and expert terrain.

Getting to Eldora Mountain Resort from Boulder is along Boulder Canyon Drive, which is quite a scenic route, but keep in mind; it is mostly a two-lane road. Eldora is a locals-friendly mountain, relaxed and unpretentious and one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets for families.

On the Slopes

• Eldora has a diverse selection of terrain that will serve the needs of all members of the family, as well as, individuals in search of a challenge. The longest run featured at Eldora is 3mi/5km.
• If you are looking for black diamond and double black diamond terrain, then the Corona fixed quad area is the place to be. Here you will be greeted to the terrain of Muleshoe, Cascade, Corona and the always popular, glades.
• Eldora Mountain Resort has four Terrain Parks that are accessible from several different chairlifts. Each of the Woodward Parks is complete with many features to keep you challenged whether you are just beginning or an expert. Please remember to respect the code.
• Eldora Mountain Resort offers various ski and snowboard programs suited for the first-time participant or the young at heart. Check out their selection of lessons to see which one is right for you.

Off the Slopes

• Although there is no mountainside lodging at Eldora, the quaint town of Nederland, which is situated close by has some great options. Looking for something a little grander, the city of Boulder, has an impressive list of places to stay.
• In need of some food, beverages and perhaps a well deserved break? Visit one of the four restaurants located at Eldora Mountain Resort to answer the call for hunger. Included in this list of restaurants is the Corona Bowl Bar, located upstairs in the Timberlodge - a great place to enjoy some après ski.
• Looking for an alternative to being on the slopes, you are in luck; 25mi/40km of cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails are available for your pleasure. The Nordic centre is open daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm. The purchase of a pass is required before venturing onto the trails. Rentals and lessons are available.
• Searching for new gear, Eldora Mountain Sports has three locations, two on the mountain and one in Boulder, to satisfy all of your ski or snowboard requirements.
• Take the RTD bus to Eldora. It's the only resort with scheduled bus service! RTD bus departs from 14th & Walnut RTD Station in Boulder, stops downtown Nederland, then drops you off right in front of the Main Lodge at Eldora where it leaves to go back at the end of the day. This service is seasonal to Eldora Mountain Resort.