About Us
Monarch Mountain provides one of the most authentic ski experiences in Colorado. At Monarch, you can walk straight from your car to the lifts and spend the day on all-natural snow (350+ inches per year on average) at the top of the Continental Divide. Monarchas variety of terrain offers something for everyone to explore, and a single base area makes it easier to keep track of family and friends.
At the base of Monarch Pass, in the sunny Arkansas River Valley, the town of Salida makes your visit complete. Salidaas locally-owned restaurants, riverside walkway, historic downtown and variety of lodging ensure that your vacation continues off the slopes.
Get more information at skimonarch.com.
Mountain Stats
800 total acres of skiing
130 acres designated as extreme, hike-to terrain
53 lift-served trails
Base elevation: 10,790 feet
Summit elevation: 11, 952 feet
Vertical drop: 1,162 feet
Six lifts: 1 fixed quad, 4 fixed double chairs, 1 conveyor
Two surface lifts reserved for ski school
