Where to ski
Ski Resorts Worldwide
From the powder fields of Hokkaido to the steep couloirs of Chamonix — explore ski resorts around the world, organized by region.
Where to ski
From the powder fields of Hokkaido to the steep couloirs of Chamonix — explore ski resorts around the world, organized by region.
Season: November – April (some resorts into June)
Home to massive resorts with reliable snowfall, modern infrastructure, and everything from gentle groomers to extreme backcountry.
CO, USA
Legendary back bowls, massive terrain variety
CO, USA
High altitude, great park, accessible from Denver
CO, USA
Four mountains, world-class après, steep terrain
CO, USA
Stunning box canyon setting, expert terrain, uncrowded
UT, USA
Largest resort in the US, easy access from SLC
UT, USA
Skiers only (no snowboarders), legendary powder
UT, USA
Extreme terrain, deep powder, long season
BC, Canada
North America's largest ski area, incredible variety
WY, USA
Legendary steeps, Corbet's Couloir, expert terrain
CA, USA
Huge snowfall, long season (often into July), great parks
MT, USA
Biggest skiing in America (by acreage), uncrowded
VT, USA
The Beast of the East — longest season in the East
VT, USA
Classic New England charm, challenging front four trails
QC, Canada
Charming European-style village, best in Eastern Canada
VT, USA
Most natural snow in the East, expert glades
BC, Canada
Most vertical in North America, deep powder
AB, Canada
Stunning Rockies scenery, world cup venue, reliable cold snow
AB, Canada
Canada's highest base elevation, dry snow, long season
Season: December – April (glaciers year-round)
The birthplace of alpine skiing. Massive interconnected ski areas, stunning mountain scenery, and unmatched mountain culture.
French Alps
The capital of alpinism, extreme terrain, Vallée Blanche
French Alps
World's largest linked ski area (600km of pistes)
French Alps
Snow-sure, high altitude, world cup racing
French Alps
Massive linked area, family-friendly, glacier skiing
Valais
Matterhorn views, highest pistes in Europe, year-round skiing
Valais
Expert freeride Mecca, legendary Mont Fort
Engadin
Birthplace of winter tourism, glamour, reliable sunshine
Graubünden
Europe's best freestyle scene, huge halfpipe
Tyrol
Birthplace of alpine skiing instruction, legendary off-piste, wild après
Tyrol
Home of the Hahnenkamm — most famous downhill in racing
Tyrol
Party scene, duty-free shopping in Samnaun (Switzerland), modern lifts
Tyrol
Two glaciers, World Cup opener, featured in James Bond
Dolomites
2026 Winter Olympics, stunning Dolomite scenery, Italian culture
Dolomites
Spectacular circuit linking 4 valleys, UNESCO scenery
Aosta Valley
Mont Blanc views, gourmet mountain dining, off-piste
Sweden
Scandinavia's biggest, World Cup venue, northern lights
Finland
Lapland experience, World Cup slalom, aurora borealis
Norway
The Scandinavian Alps, reliable snow, family-friendly
Season: December – April (best powder: January – February)
The powder capital of the world. Japow (Japanese powder) is legendary — deep, dry, and incredibly consistent. Add world-class food, onsens, and culture.
Hokkaido
14+ meters of annual snowfall, world-famous powder, international scene
Hokkaido
Less crowded than Niseko, excellent powder, no queues
Hokkaido
Tree skiing paradise, deep consistent powder, family-friendly
Hokkaido
Huge snowfall (21m annual), uncrowded, deep powder
Nagano
1998 Olympics, 10 linked resorts, variety for all levels
Nagano
Traditional onsen village, great powder, authentic Japanese experience
Niigata
Massive snowfall, uncrowded, steep challenging terrain
Nagano
Japan's largest linked ski area, snow monkeys nearby
Season: June – October
Southern hemisphere skiing means winter in July-September. Perfect for chasing endless winter or training during the northern off-season.
Mendoza
South America's most extreme terrain, legendary off-piste, Marte chairlift
Bariloche, Patagonia
Largest resort in South America, stunning lake views, great base town
San Martín de los Andes
Charming town, great tree skiing, family-friendly
Near Santiago
Easy access from Santiago, heli-skiing, above treeline
Andes
Iconic boutique resort, world speed records, Inca Lake setting
Central Chile
Hot springs, volcanos, tree skiing, unique terrain
Season: June – October
Southern hemisphere resorts in New Zealand and Australia, plus emerging destinations in Central Asia and the Middle East.
South Island
Adventure capital, stunning scenery, varied terrain
South Island
Best terrain in NZ, less crowded than Queenstown
Canterbury
Longest season in NZ, wide open terrain, reliable snow
NSW
Australia's largest, family-friendly, good infrastructure
NSW
Longest runs in Australia, best vertical, village atmosphere
Victoria
Ski-in/ski-out village, cross-country, family destination
Georgia
Affordable, uncrowded, incredible freeride potential, growing fast
Kashmir, India
Himalayan powder, gondola to 3,980m, untouched off-piste
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Close to city, high altitude, emerging destination
The northern hemisphere ski season runs November to April, while the southern hemisphere runs June to October. By alternating between the two, dedicated skiers can ski year-round. Many professional athletes train in New Zealand and South America during the northern off-season.