If you’re a Coloradan craving some on-snow skiing or snowboarding,, know that Copper Mountain‘s Summer Hike Park will open this Friday, June 5th, providing some on-snow progression before the broader summer season kicks off later in June.
The park is built by farming snow from the resort’s 22-foot superpipe, allowing Copper to construct and maintain a dedicated rail setup in Center Village throughout the summer months. The park will operate Thursdays through Sundays for as long as conditions allow.
Day passes run $25, with a season pass available for $249. The Woodward Barn will also open for weekend access beginning June 5th adding an indoor progression component alongside the on-snow terrain.
The Summer Hike Park is part of Copper’s broader commitment to year-round snow sports through Woodward Copper. In addition to the park, the resort will host nine weeks of on-snow camp this summer on Copper’s on-mountain glacier, including eight weeks of youth programming and one week dedicated to adult athletes 18 and older. Campers also receive access to the Woodward Barn as part of the experience.
Copper Mountain’s wider summer operations are scheduled to begin June 20th, running through September 7th. The American Eagle chairlift will provide scenic rides and bike haul access daily from 10am to 4pm, supporting both the mountain biking terrain and general summer recreation throughout the season.
For skiers and riders looking to stay sharp through the offseason, the Summer Hike Park offers one of the few legitimate on-snow options in the country during the summer months. More information on passes and programming is available at CopperColorado.com.
