From the towering Rockies in Colorado and Utah to the charming peaks of the East Coast, there’s a resort for every type of skier or snowboarder. Some are epic for their terrain and vertical drops, others are perfect for a long weekend of powder and cozy après. Below are our top 15 ski resorts based on a variety of factors that we feel make them the top in the United States of America. Below, we will divide them into groups and explain a bit about why these ski resorts are so

Although there are many unreal ski options in Colorado, there are generally only a handful of ski resorts that would be considered the most "upscale" and luxurious. In this guide, we will break down AspenSnowmass, Vail, Telluride and Beaver Creek, the Big 4 luxury ski resorts in Colorado and what makes them unique.  We go in-depth on terrain variety, skiing, dining, après, ski school and more.