Overview

SHUTTLE Sunlight Mountain Resort runs a shuttle service from Glenwood Springs to Sunlight Mountain and back. We have two buses running on weekend days and one running on weekdays. Shuttle riders pay only $5.00 one-way. Everyday they pick up at various hotels between 8:00am-8:35am. Drop off at the mountain at 9:00am. Shuttle returns to Glenwood Springs at 4:20pm. On weekends they add an additional run to the hotels from 10:00am-10:35am. They would arrive at the mountain at 11:20am. They have second return time from the mountain set for 2:45pm.

SNOW REPORT (800)445-7931

SEASON
December 3, 2010 to April 3, 2011

HOURS
Lifts: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

MOUNTAIN STATS
Base elevation: 7,885 ft Peak: 9,895 ft Vertical drop: 2,010 ft

SKIABLE ACREAGE
470 acres

ANNUAL SNOWFALL
250 inches

SNOWMAKING
Covers 21 acres

TRAILS
67 - 20% beginner; 55% intermediate; 25% advanced/expert

SNOWBOARDS
No restrictions, 1 terrain park available

LIFTS
3 total: 1 triple, 2 doubles

CAR RENTALS
Enterprise, in Glenwood Springs

MEDICAL CLINIC
First aid stations are located at the mountaintop and base. Valley View Hospital, Glenwood Springs (970)945-6535

GROCERY STORE
City Market ((970)945-8207) 6 AM-11 PM Safeway ((970)945-1100) 5 AM-11 PM

RESTAURANTS
(Additional listings available through the Chamber of Commerce). Dairy Queen (970)945-5757

The Bayou (970)945-1047 Cajun food

China Town (970)945-0307 Chinese & Japanese cuisine

Daily Bread Café & Bakery (970)945-6253

Domino’s Pizza (970)945-0330

McDonald’s (970)945-4969

Pizza Hut (970)945-0303

Qdoba Mexican Grill (970)928-9700

Russo's Pizza (970)945-7437

Subway (970)947-0115

Village Inn Pancake House (970)945-9275

DISTANCE
From Denver Airport: 3 hours / 160 miles From Grand Junction Airport: 1.5 hours / 95 miles From Eagle-Vail Airport: 1 hour / 60 miles From Aspen Airport: 45 min / 40 miles From Glenwood Springs Airport: 15 min / 10 miles

*Information current at time of publication; however, details are subject to change without notice.

Lodging

Though considered “small” in comparison to its neighboring ski areas, SunlightMountain Resort--located just 10 miles from Glenwood Springs—offers great skiing for those looking for less crowds. Private ski shuttles can be arranged for your group from your accommodations in town. Consider these hotels for your next trip…

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Hotel Colorado - The 144 Year Old Historic Hotel Colorado is located in Glenwood Springs
Quality Inn & Suites - Located in Glenwood Springs, 12 miles from Sunlight Mountain
Ramada Inn & Suites - Hotel located in Glenwood Springs, 12 miles from Sunlight Mountain
Courtyard by Marriott -
Residence Inn by Marriott -
Hotel Glenwood Springs - New Family Oriented Hotel in Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Suites -

Lessons

2011-2012 Rates

WHO: Never-ever skiers or boarders, age 7 & up

WHEN: Available at 10 AM OR 1 PM You must arrive at least 10 minutes before class

HOW LONG: 2 hours

PRICE: $30* Complimentary beginner lessons are available if skiing and renting from Sunlight for 3+ days all season except 12/18-1/1.

WHO: 4-6 years

WHEN: Full & half day programs available

These lessons cannot be booked through High Point. Please contact the Children's Center at Sunlight 800/445-7931 ext. 248. If taking these lessons, children will get their rental equipment through the Children's Center.

Rentals

High Point has ongoing relationships with Sunlight Mountain Rentals and Mountain Sports Outlet.

Activities

HOT SPRINGS POOL
The world’s largest outdoor hot springs pool. Open daily, year round (closed a few days a year). In Glenwood Springs. Per person fee applies. Call (970)945-6571 for more information.

ICE SKATING
Available indoors at the new Glenwood Springs Community Center. Skate rental available. For information and rates, Call (970)384-6300.

SNOWMOBILING
Available at Sunlight Ski Area. Minimum age to drive is 16 years. Up to 2 people will be allowed on a snowmobile at a time. Helmets are provided. Reservations required

SNOWSHOEING
29 kilometers of groomed trails are available. Ski & snowshoe rentals available. No charge for trail use.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
29 kilometers of groomed trails are available. Ski & snowshoe rentals available. No charge for trail use.

CINEMA
The Springs Theatre (970)945-4000

WINTER FLYFISHING
On the Colorado River. Roaring Fork Outfitter (970) 945-5800

ICE FISHING
At Rifle Gap State Park. Home to rainbow trout, cutthroat, walleye and yellow perch.