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Copper Mountain, Colorado

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Overview

Copper Mountain, Colorado

SHUTTLE
The Copper Mountain Resort shuttle makes continuous loops every 30 minutes through the resort from approximately 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. The Summit Stage (970-668-0999) also offers free shuttle service throughout the towns of Summit County --including Frisco, Breckenridge & Keystone-- from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 PM.

SKIER SERVICES
866/841-2481 or 970/968-2882

SEASON
November 4, 2011 to April 22, 2012

HOURS
Day lodge: 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Lifts: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. weekdays; 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. weekends

MOUNTAIN STATS
Base elevation: 9,712 ft Peak: 12,313 ft Vertical drop: 2,601 ft

SKIABLE ACREAGE
2,465 acres

ANNUAL SNOWFALL
282 inches

SNOWMAKING
380 acres

TRAILS
126: 21% beginner; 25% intermediate; 36% advanced; 18% expert

SNOWBOARDS
No restrictions

LIFTS
22 total: (1 six-person, high-speed lift; 4 high-speed quads; 5 triple chairlifts; 5 double chairlifts and 7 surface lifts)

CAR RENTAL
Enterprise in Frisco

MEDICAL CLINIC
Colorado Mountain Medical 970/968-2330, located at Bridge End in Village Center.

GROCERY STORE
Safeway in Frisco 970/668-5144 Hours: 6 am-11 pm, stays open until 11 or 12 during peak ski times. Call for specific hours. Corner Grocery at Copper.

RESTAURANTS
(Partial listing of those available at Copper; numerous other restaurant located in Frisco, including fast food; all are in the 970 area code): Imperial Palace Chinese, Mandarin,Szechwan,Taiwanese 968-6688
Grand Hall Market Food court serving pizza, burgers, pasta, salads & more; open for lunch 968-2318 Salsa Mountain Cantina Mexican cuisine; open for dinner 968-6300

DISTANCE TO
Frisco - 7 miles Breckenridge - 16 miles Keystone - 17 miles Silverthorne - 10 miles Dillon - 11 miles Denver - 75 miles

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

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Lodging

At Copper, all accommodations are convenient to the lifts. A complimentary, well-run shuttle system is offered to get you around the resort. Enjoy the newer units at Copper Village or opt for equally-comfortable, older condos at a more affordable price throughout the resort. All groups to CMLS or Carbonate properties have access to the Copper Mountain Athletic Club.

Copper Mountain Lodging Services

  • Deluxe & Premium units located in all 3 Villages of the Resort
  • Units range from hotel rooms to 3 bedroom condos
  • Include daily maid service
  • Meeting space available for large groups
  • Meal plans available

Carbonate Realty • Primarily located in Central & East Villages • Units range from hotel rooms to 3 bedroom condos • Includes daily maid service • Limited meeting space

COPPER VACATIONS Primarily located in West & Central Villages Units range from studio units to 2 bedroom condos Maid service not provided No meeting space

*Additional Lodging in Summit County.

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Lessons

2011-2012 RATES
FOR GROUPS PURCHASING A MINIMUM OF 20 LIFT TICKETS AND PREPURCHASED THROUGH HIGH POINT ONLY. ALL LESSONS INCLUDE GPS TRACKING.

WHO AGES 18 & UP, first time skiers & boarders "Relaxed Start" Class

COST: $24* per person

LENGTH: 2 hours

TIME: 9 AM-11 AM, 11 AM-1 PM OR 1:30 PM-3:30 PM

WHERE: The School House in West Village (Union Creek)

*NOTE: For the day of the lesson, you will receive a 1 day lift/lesson ticket, which includes limited access to the Magic Carpet & Kokomo lift in Union Creek as well as access to Green Acres.
Price is based on having a prepurchased lift ticket through High Point.


WHO: STUDENTS AGES 16-17 yrs, first time skiers & boarders "Relaxed Start" Class

COST: $35* per person

LENGTH: 2 hours

TIME: 9 AM-11 AM, 11 AM-1 PM OR 1:30 PM-3:30 PM

WHERE: The School House in West Village (Union Creek)

*NOTE: For the day of the lesson, you will receive a 1 day lift/lesson ticket, which includes limited access to the Magic Carpet & Kokomo lift in Union Creek as well as access to Green Acres.
Price is based on having a prepurchased lift ticket through High Point THIS YEAR HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THOSE UNDER 18 IN LESSONS (not included in lesson price)


WHO: Youth ages 13-15 yrs., all ability levels "Signature 7" (max of 7 students)

COST: $99 per person

LENGTH: Full day

WHEN: 9:30 AM-3:00 PM, check in as early as 8:30 AM)

WHERE: Union Creek

Includes lunch and GPS but does NOT include lift ticket, HELMET or rental, which are required.

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Rentals

High Point has ongoing relationships with the following rental shops in Copper:

Christy Sports
Copper Mountain Rentals
Peak Ski Rentals
Pioneer Sports in Frisco

In 2007 we had been informed that manufacturers will no longer be producing snowblades (also known as ski blades). This may or may not affect availability for this season but will affect availability in the years to come as equipment becomes older and worn.

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Activities

ACTIVITY PHONE NUMBER
866.841.2481

ICE SKATING
The ice skating rink is open for anyone to use at no charge. Skates can be rented at Chubs Sub shop. Generally, the rink is open until 10 p.m. There is no guarantee that it will be open everyday during the winter season, however.

SNOWMOBILING
Backcountry tours will take you to secret stashes of champagne powder & spectacular views. Call for reservations.

SNOWSHOEING
Snowshoes are available for rental (limited availability) at all Copper Rental shops throughout Copper Resort, and all day track passes can be purchased at the Union Creek ticket window in West Village.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Copper Mountain offers more than 25 kilometers of track and skating lanes through the picturesque wooded valleys of the White River National Forest. Lessons and rental equipment are available.

DOGSLEDDING

SLEIGH RIDES
Both scenic and dinner rides are available. Dining In the Woods rides are available nightly. Reservations are required. 866.416.9872

NASTAR RACING
Run daily from 11 AM–3 PM. Located on the Copperopolis trail under the Excelerator Lift. Compare your skiing with the U.S. Ski Team pacesetters. The Arena may also be reserved for groups to hold Club Races. Call 970-968-2318 ext. 45706 for reservations and group pricing.

COPPER CADE
Arcade with an assortment of games for the kids In Taylor’s Crossing, right in the center of the Village at Copper. Open 9 AM to 10 PM daily.

COPPER MOUNTAIN RACQUET AND ATHLETIC CLUB
Groups staying with Carbonate Management Company or Copper Mountain Lodging Services are allowed complimentary access to the club. The facilities include: 25 yard lap pool, locker rooms, steam and sauna spas, 2 racquetball courts, Nautilus, Cybex and free weights, fitness classes, cardiovascular center and wallyball. There are fees for tennis, racquetball and wallyball, and reservations are taken the day of play. Some age restrictions and adult to student ratios apply.

SHOPPING
The Copper Mountain Resort has numerous shops containing souvenirs, clothing, sporting goods and various other sundries. Also, the resort is just miles away from the Silverthorne Factory Outlet Mall, which includes 50 brand name stores 970.468-9440.

TUBING HILL 866.416.9874
Serviced by The Stinger surface lift in East Village, tubing is generally available from 11 AM-7:00 PM. Hours are subject to change and vary based on dates. It operates in one-hour sessions that accommodate a maximum of 80 riders per hour. Tickets must be purchased in advance on the day you wish to tube, and sessions often sell out. Children must be taller than 36 ” to ride by themselves. Group rates are available when purchasing a minimum of 10 tickets.

WINTER FLY FISHING
Enjoy a scenic, peaceful day wading through bubbling brooks and streams. Experienced guides will show you the best spots to fish. Most streams are catch and release. Call for reservations.

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