Loveland is replacing Lift 7 with a new, higher-capacity lift from Leitner Poma this summer. Due to the demand and limited quantity, the chairs will be sold through a lottery system. Only 2025/26 season pass holders are eligible to participate.ย CLICK HEREย to purchase your 2025/26 season pass.
As we close out the 2024โ2025 season, weโre proud to introduce you to the heart behind the red jacketโKate Rath. Originally from Minnesota, Kate has spent the past five years keeping guests safe and smiling as a dedicated member of the Loveland Ski Patrol.
In our final episode ofย Behind the Goggles, Kate shares what drives her passion for skiing, safety, and service on the mountain. Her story is a reminder of the quiet heroes who make every day at Loveland something special.
Watch the full episode and help us celebrate the incredible people who keep the spirit of Loveland alive.
๐จ Ever wonder what it takes to open the Ridge? ๐ฅCheck out this behind-the-scenes look at Ski Patrol working hard to keep you safe and get terrain open! From teamwork to navigating challenging conditions, these heroes make it all happen. ๐โท๏ธ๐๏ธ
Huge shoutout to our incredible Ski Patrol โ THANK YOU for everything you do! ๐โค๏ธ
๐๏ธ Behind the Goggles โ Episode 11 โ๏ธ
Meet Rob Kiddโthe smiling face who just might be the first to welcome you to Loveland Ski Area! Born and raised in Clear Creek County, Rob grew up carving turns at Loveland and now helps others fall in love with the mountain, one lift ticket at a time.
Now in his second season at the Ticket Office, Robโs your go-to guy for everything from lift tickets and season passes to Ridge Cat accessโand he does it all with a grin and a whole lot of local love.
Whether itโs your first time on snow or your fiftieth powder day, Robโs the behind-the-scenes rockstar making sure your day starts with stoke and a smooth ride to the top.
๐ฅ Donโt miss Episode 11 of Behind the Goggles and meet the hometown skier who’s turning childhood memories into mountain magic.
Loveland Ski Area is pleased to announce it has received final approval from the USDA Forest Service to move forward with the replacement of Lift 7 at Loveland Valley. This project will take place during the summer of 2025 and debut for the 2025-26 winter season. This lift replacement represents a significant investment in the guest experience, especially for families and first-time skiers and riders.
The new lift, manufactured by Leitner-Poma, will replace the existing 42-year-old fixed-grip double chair with a modern fixed-grip quad. While the new lift will have the capacity to carry up to four people, Loveland will intentionally load it with no more than three. This unique approach is designed to provide additional space and comfort for guestsโparticularly beginnersโgetting accustomed to loading and riding chairlifts.
โThis new lift is all about creating a better experience for our guests,โ said Rob Goodell, COO and Senior Vice President of Clear Creek Skiing Corporation. โBy giving beginners more space to get comfortable loading, we’re helping families and new skiers feel confident from their very first run. It’s an investment in the future of skiing and riding at Loveland.โ
As part of this project, Loveland is offering a special opportunity for its loyal Loveland community: a select number of the original Lift 7 chairs will be available for purchase through a lottery exclusive to employees and 2025/26 season pass holders. Due to high demand and limited quantity, the chairs will be distributed by random drawing. Full details on how to enter the lottery will be announced this summer. Guests are encouraged to purchase their 25/26 season pass early to lock in the lowest price and secure eligibility for this unique piece of Loveland history.
In addition to the Lift 7 replacement, Loveland is moving forward with other capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing the guest experience. For the 2025/26 season, the Zig Zag trail will see grading and reshaping work to improve flow and snow retention for skiers and riders. Looking further ahead to the 2026/27 winter season, plans are in place to develop a new parking lot. This addition will help improve access during peak periods, reduce congestion, and create a more seamless arrival experience for guests.
Loveland Ski Area, located on the Arapaho National Forest, operates under a special use permit with the USDA Forest Service. The Forest Service approved the lift replacement after completing an environmental screening of the project plans. Construction will occur entirely within the existing lift alignment, minimizing environmental impact and preserving the natural character of the area.
Lift 7 services Loveland Valley, a dedicated learning area known for its approachable terrain and friendly environment. Construction is scheduled for completion in time for the 2025โ2026 winter season.
SheJumps at Loveland Ski Area
Thatโs a wrap on an unforgettable day with the SheJumps Wild Skills Junior Ski Patrol at Loveland Ski Area! ๐ฅโ๏ธ
From learning life-saving skills to riding with the pros, these girls dove headfirst into mountain safety, avalanche awareness, first aid, and moreโalongside the amazing women of the Loveland Ski Area Ski Patrol and SheJumps volunteers.
Hereโs to building confidence, sparking passion for the outdoors, and showing every young shredder that she is capable of anything. ๐๏ธ๐ช
Big thanks to everyone who made this magic happen! โจ
Meet Aaron Wilson, a 15-year Loveland legend who left Ohio to chase the Colorado dreamโriding powder and working on the mountain.
These days, youโll find Aaron behind the wheel of the FREE Loveland Employee Shuttle, making sure our crew gets up from Denver to the slopes safely and on time. But his day doesnโt stop there…
Once he’s at Loveland, Aaronโs all about that on-mountain magicโopening one of our four cozy cabins for guests and sneaking in a few powder turns of his own. ๐๐จ๏ธ
๐ฅ Check out Episode 10 of Behind the Goggles to follow Aaronโs journey and see what itโs like to work, ride, and live the Loveland life.
Loveland Ski Area was blanketed with 16 inches of fresh snow in the past 24 hours, creating an unforgettable deep powder day for skiers and snowboarders. And itโs not done yetโthe snow is still coming down, with even more in the forecast tonight and tomorrow.
With todayโs storm, Loveland officially hit the 300-inch mark for the 2024โ25 season.
Thereโs still plenty of season left. Loveland Ski Area is scheduled to stay open through Sunday, May 11, 2025 (Motherโs Day), giving snow lovers several more weeks to take advantage of the amazing late-season conditions.
2025โ2026 Season Passes are on sale now at the guaranteed lowest rate, and include free skiing and riding this spring, so you can start enjoying the benefits right away.
๐ฟ The 2025 Loveland Derby did not disappoint!
Every spring, hundreds of racers from across the country gather at Loveland for the largest and oldest amateur ski race in North Americaโand this yearโs event was one for the books. Two days. Hundreds of racers. Countless unforgettable runs.
Spring is in full swing at Loveland Ski Area! With Loveland Valley now officially closed for the season, all operations have moved to Loveland Basin for the final weeks of skiing and riding. But the funโs far from overโspring is packed with live music, exciting events, and sunshine-filled laps. From patio jams to benefit parties and our annual Banked Slalom, thereโs no better way to wrap up the season.
Loveland Valley wrapped up the 2024/25 season with another amazing year of learning, family fun, races and first turns. Thanks to everyone who made it special!
Make the most of spring skiing while it lasts! Loveland Basin will remain open through Sunday, May 11, so grab your sunscreen, your crew, and your springtime stoke.
With the Valley closed, Group Lessons and 3-Class Pass lessons are no longer available for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.
BUTโlearning doesnโt stop there! Private lessons are still availableย through closing day.
Whether youโre looking to fine-tune your technique or just want a guided day with a pro, private lessons offer a personalized experience on Lovelandโs iconic terrain.
๐ Book a Private Lesson
Spring at Loveland means more than just great skiingโitโs also packed with fun events and live music! Hereโs whatโs coming up:
April 18
Ptarmigan Ptunes: Dan Costello (11:00 AM โ 1:00 PM)
Live Music: Zenobia Street Collective (2:30 PM โ 5:30 PM)
April 19
Ptarmigan Ptunes: Mountain Time Duo (11:00 AM โ 1:00 PM)
Live Music: Intergalactic Peace Jelly (2:30 PM โ 5:30 PM)
Toyota Days: Visit the Toyota tent for prizes and goodies (9:00 AM โ 3:00 PM)
๐ฃ April 20 โ Loveland’s Amazing Giant Easter Egg Hunt!
Join us on Easter Sunday for a Spring Skiing Giant Easter Egg Hunt! Gather at the Basin area for first chair at 8:30am and keep your eyes peeled for the giant hidden Easter Eggs as you ski down the slopes, browse the Sport Shop, and wander the base area. Huge eggs mean huge prizes such as skis, snowboards, and tons of other awesome goodies. There are a limited number of these giant Easter Eggs hidden around the Basin on the slopes and only one can be claimed per person. There will also be thousands of small eggs for the little ones to collect around the base area.
April 26
24th Annual Corn Harvest Benefit Ski Party: Spring skiing, BBQ lunch, beer, live music from Mark Morris & The Rope Duckers, and a huge prize drawing to support the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC). Hawaiian shirts encouraged!
๐ Event Info
May 2
Ptarmigan Ptunes: MTN Dru Experience (11:00 AM โ 1:00 PM)
Live Music: Half Pelican (2:30 PM โ 5:30 PM)
May 3โ4
6th Annual Neverland Banked Slalom: A fun snowboard banked slalom off Ptarmigan.
๐ More Details
๐ธ May 11 โ CLOSING DAY (Motherโs Day!)
Say goodbye to the 2024/25 season with spring skiing, good vibes, and one last chair. Donโt forget to bring Mom! Weโll have music on the patio and plenty of celebration-worthy turns.
๐ See the full spring lineup on our Events Calendar
Ski FREE the rest of this season when you buy now!
Thatโs right โ when you purchase your 2025/26 Season Pass, you can ski for FREE for the remainder of the 2024/25 season! (Note: Free spring access is not included with the Easy Pay Payment Plan.)
๐ Lock in last seasonโs pricing before rates go up!
๐ณ New this year: Easy Pay Payment Plan โ split your cost into manageable, interest- and tax-free payments!
Spring Sale Pricing:
๐น Adult: $599 ($549 renewal)
๐น Young Adult: $409 ($389 renewal)
๐น Child: $199 ($189 renewal)
๐น Senior: $199
๐น Midweek Pass: $449 ($419 renewal)
๐ฅ Passholder Perks:
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Ski free this spring (w/ full-price purchase)
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30+ partner mountains + Powder Alliance access
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Discounts on lift tickets, lessons, rentals & more
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Indy Pass add-on for even more adventure
โณ Prices increase after the spring sale โ secure yours today –ย CLICK HERE
Loveland is only 53 miles west of Denver (just before the Eisenhower tunnel) and 12 miles east of Summit County on I-70, at Exit 216.
