Powderhorn Ski Resort
Skiing, Biking, Hiking in Colorado
Located less than an hour from Palisade, Colorado, Powderhorn Ski Resort is a fantastic family resort offering a vertical drop of 1,650 feet and 600 skiable acres. The average snowfall is 250 inches, with 20 percent of the trail dedicated to beginners, 50 percent for intermediate skiers, and 30 percent for advanced and expert skiers. It’s the perfect place to go skiing or snowboarding in western Colorado, and with Palisade just down the mountain, you have plenty of nearby options for a delicious dinner or a place to stay.
In the summer, mountain bikers and hikers can escape the heat by hitting the slopes. Powderhorn Resort offers cross-country trails that are 6 miles in length, primarily for mountain bikers but are also open for hiking. Trails range from intermediate to advanced, and bikers will experience an elevation change of about 800 feet. Trail maps and condition information are available at the trailhead.
Look at those Colorado views!
Powderhorn Resort is located at the top of the Grand Mesa, the world’s largest flat-top mountain. Views from the slopes overlook a breathtaking 1600 acres of mountain terrain.
How do I get to Powderhorn Resort from Palisade?
To get there, take I-70 east toward Denver. Take Exit 49, which is Highway 65. After about 20 miles on Highway 65, you’ll find the entrance to Powderhorn Resort, which is also known as Powderhorn Road.
