Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area

Monarch is a mid-sized ski area on the Continental Divide in central Colorado. The abundant snowfall here creates plenty of the light and fluffy powder for which Monarch is famous. With over 50 lift-accessible runs and 900 acres of backcountry accessible by snowcat, Monarch is a great place to escape the crowds and enjoy the powder. Lodging Select Monarch Ski and Snowboard Area Lodging for lodging in the surrounding area.

Mountain Statistics
	Skiable Acres:	800 acres
	Vertical Drop:	1,170 feet
	Base Elevation:	10,790 feet
	Total Runs:	54 runs
	Terrain:	Easiest: 14%, More Difficult: 28%, Most Difficult: 27%, Experts Only: 31%
	Lifts:	4 Double Chairs; 1 Fixed Quad
	Avg. Snowfall:	350 inches

Basic Information
	Location:	West of Salida, along US 50 in south central Colorado
	Season:	Late November to early April
	Hours:	Daily: 9am - 4pm
	Price:	$17 - $41
	Address:	23715 Hwy 50 Monarch, CO 81227
	Phone:	719-530-5000
	Snow Report:	888-996-7669
	Toll-Free:	888-834-6415
	Fax:	719-539-7652
	For more info, visit OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Directions

From Colorado Springs:

Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area is 120 miles via CO Highway 115 & U.S. 50 or via U.S. 24, U.S. 285 & U.S. 50

From Denver:

Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area is 157 miles via U.S. 285 & U.S. 50