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Copper is a very well distributed mountain. On the west side is the easier terrain, middle is intermediate and East side and back bowls are advanced/expert terrain. It’s hard to get on the wrong run at this resort which means you won’t run into many beginner or intermediate skiers on the harder runs which makes for a more fun and safe time. There are lines for lifts on weekends and busy days but you’ll notice that the ski trails themselves aren’t overly crowded.

A-Basin as it’s affectionately called, The Legend. Is a unique place among the other larger and more resort focused ski areas. The location, terrain and snowfall combine to create a unique big skiing but local feel. It is a great place to get lost. With the addition of The Beavers lift last season and the always challenging East Wall, countered by High Noon, the mountain provides difficult steeps, hidden stashes as well as wide open groomers.

Went on a family trip here while I was still in high school, and was blown away by the terrain here. The biggest drawback for me and my family was the relentless cold, but the town and the mountain left us with a great experience.

Killington is simply awesome. As an East Coaster who transplanted to and skied in many places in Colorado I can confidently say that Killington is one of the best mountains in the country. Conditions can be cold and icy like everywhere else in the Northeast, but the terrain is excellent. If one could pick up Killington and place it in the Rockies, it would be considered one of the best resorts in North America. Plenty of variety for everyone, and very family friendly. Lots of good food and drink in the area, and a welcoming and friendly vibe overall.

Positioned geographically between Arapahoe Basin and Breckenridge, Keystone seems to fit the in-between character in just about every way. Certainly more resort-y and family oriented than A-Basin, but nowhere near the insane crowds that Breck attracts. The snow is great, and there is a variety of terrain available for nearly every skier or boarder. River Run village is a good place to hang out before, in between, or after runs on the mountain, but it is fairly expensive (as are most ski villages).

Keystone is a great family resort that’s best experienced on a week day due to crowd size on weekends. If your advanced enough to get to the back side, the crowds are even less. Plenty of places to eat and grab a brew too.

THE location for the best overall ski experience in Western New York. Not a lot of vertical, but that is made up for by the total area of the resort. Completely family friendly, and the town of Ellicottville is a tiny but lively ski town that is second to none. Don't miss out on the chocolate covered waffles at the bottom of the Mardi Gras lift.

A hidden gem in Central New York, Greek Peak offers a surprising variation of terrain for the area. More than enough vertical, and excellent grooming on the mountain. Food in the lodge is better than your standard resort fare.

In an area with a lot of great mountains, Copper is one of the absolute best. Maybe the best combination of terrain, snow, and accessibility for skiers and boarders of every ability in this area of Colorado. Not as big as Vail of course, but Copper offers every flavor most could ask for. Nearby Frisco is an awesome town to explore as well.

Bristol has great terrain especially compared to other mountains in Western New York! Great vertical for the area, but the drawback from my experience is the crowd that the resort attracts. Weekdays are probably the best bet for shorter lift lines and less crowded slopes.