Loveland Ski Area Opens New Lift 7 and Loveland Valley for the Season

 Loveland Ski Area officially opened the newly replaced Lift 7 to the public today, celebrating the moment with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Loveland Valley. The opening also includes the Rainbow Carpet surface lift, giving beginners and families access to some of the best early-season beginner terrain in Colorado.

The new Lift 7, manufactured by Leitner-Poma, replaced the existing 42-year-old fixed-grip double chair with a modern fixed-grip quad. While the new lift has the capacity to carry up to four people per chair, Loveland will intentionally load it with no more than three. This unique approach is designed to provide additional space and comfort for guests, particularly beginners getting accustomed to loading and riding chairlifts.

“This new lift is all about creating a better experience for our guests,” said Rob Goodell, COO and Senior Vice President of Loveland Ski Area. “By giving beginners more space and time 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.”

With Valley terrain now open, Loveland offers a full progression for new skiers and riders ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. At Loveland Basin, Chair 2 is anticipated to open next as terrain expansion continues. And yes, Trailer Tom and his first chair crew were at Loveland to claim the first laps off of the New Lift 7.

Reminder: Loveland’s famous 4-Paks go off sale this Sunday, November 23. Colorado’s best 4-Pak deal, fully transferable and no blackout dates.