Snowmass, Colorado is an ideal destination for winter family fun. With its vast ski slopes catering to all skill levels, it offers something for everyone, from beginners to advanced skiers. The resort also boasts a variety of non-skiing activities both inside and outdoors, ensuring endless entertainment for the entire family. Snowmass’s picturesque scenery and charming village atmosphere provide a perfect backdrop for creating lasting family memories. Families can enjoy cozy accommodations, diverse dining options, and engaging winter events that make Snowmass a great winter getaway destination for all ages.
Lessons for Children, Teens, & Adults
Snowmass is an excellent skiing and snowboarding destination for families, offering lessons for children, teens, and adults. Kids as young as 2.5 years old can start their snow adventures with specially designed lessons that focus on safety and fun, ensuring a positive experience from the very beginning. For older children and teens looking to improve their skills, upper-level lessons provide advanced techniques and challenges to keep them engaged and progressing. Adults can also benefit from tailored lessons and clinics, whether they’re beginners or seasoned skiers and snowboarders looking to hone their skills. With professional instructors and a supportive learning environment, Snowmass ensures that every family member can enjoy the slopes and enhance their skills together, making it a perfect winter getaway for the whole family.
Treehouse Kids Adventure Center
Snowmass offers something for everyone in the family, down to the youngest members. The Treehouse Kids Adventure Center is a slopeside Colorado state-licensed childcare center that offers a safe and engaging environment for children ages 1 to 4. The center provides a variety of activities tailored to each age group, ensuring that every child has a day filled with age-appropriate fun and learning. Care can be seamlessly combined with ski lessons, allowing little ones to enjoy their time on the slopes. Meanwhile, parents and older siblings can explore more challenging terrain, knowing that their youngest family members are well taken care of and enjoying their own adventures.
Snowmass Village Recreation Center
The Snowmass Village Recreation Center provides a wealth of winter family fun options, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Families can enjoy outdoor activities such as ice skating and Nordic skiing, embracing the beauty of the winter landscape. For those seeking indoor excitement, the center boasts an impressive rock climbing wall, offering a thrilling challenge for all ages. Additionally, indoor facilities for basketball, volleyball, and fitness ensure that everyone can stay active, no matter the weather. With its diverse range of activities, the Snowmass Village Recreation Center is a perfect hub for families to enjoy quality time together.
Breathtaker Alpine Coaster
The Breathtaker Alpine Coaster is a thrilling option for winter family fun in Snowmass. This exhilarating ride takes you on an exciting journey through over a mile of forest on an elevated track, reaching speeds of up to 28 mph. It offers an adrenaline rush similar to skiing or snowboarding but requires no prior skills, making it accessible for all family members. The coaster’s scenic route provides breathtaking views, adding to the excitement. For an even more memorable experience, tickets can be combined with tubing, allowing families to enjoy multiple winter activities in one day.
Tubing
Tubing is a beloved family-friendly activity that continues to thrive in Snowmass. Multiple tubing lanes provide thrilling rides down the slopes, catering to all ages and skill levels. For added excitement, select evenings feature illuminated lanes for night tubing. Snowmass provides both single and tandem tubes, ensuring everyone can participate and enjoy the fun together. Best of all, the lanes are lift-served, eliminating the need to hike back up the hill after each run. This convenient setup allows families to maximize their enjoyment with multiple rides down the slopes, creating cherished memories of winter fun together.
Ullr Nights
Ullr Nights in Snowmass offer an enchanting winter experience for families. These special evenings feature a scenic gondola ride up to Elk Camp Restaurant and Meadows, where a variety of outdoor activities await, including tubing, the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, snowbiking, and more. Families can gather around a bonfire to roast s’mores and enjoy hot chocolate, adding warmth to the snowy atmosphere. Ullr Nights capture the magic of winter evenings, with twinkling lights and snowy vistas creating a picturesque backdrop. It is the perfect chance for families to bond over shared adventures and create lasting memories amidst the beauty of Snowmass.
Family Friendly Snowmass Accommodations
Still in search of family friendly accommodations for your winter getaway to Snowmass? Our accommodations range from cozy studios to multi-bedroom units with full kitchens that are ideal for the entire family. Amenities such as a convenient ski-in/ski-out location and a year-round outdoor swimming pool make these accommodations perfect for families who value comfort and convenience. Browse our family friendly Snowmass rentals here or contact our Timberline Condominiums team for more information!
