Monarch Mountain
- 1,225 ft
- Vertical Drop
- 80
- Trails
- 9
- Lifts
- Yes
- Terrain Park
About Monarch Mountain
Monarch Mountain straddles the Continental Divide on Monarch Pass, about 20 miles west of Salida, Colorado. Famous for all-natural snow, it has no snowmaking yet averages around 350 inches a season. A January 2026 expansion into No Name Basin added 377 acres and the Tomichi triple chair, the resort's first new lift since 1999, bringing it to 1,146 skiable acres, 80 trails, and nine lifts across a 1,225-foot vertical drop. Founded in 1939 and still independently owned, Monarch keeps a low-key, family-friendly feel, with three terrain parks and guided cat-skiing available on adjacent backcountry terrain. There is no night skiing.
Mountain Details
Address: 23715 W US Highway 50, Salida, CO 81201, United States
Pass limit: 2 Days
Website: https://skimonarch.com/
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Nearby mountains
- Crested Butte 43 mi away, 2,502 ft vertical
- Aspen Mountain 53 mi away, 3,267 ft vertical
- Aspen Highlands Ski Resort 54 mi away, 3,638 ft vertical
- Buttermilk Ski Resort 56 mi away, 2,030 ft vertical
- Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort 58 mi away
- Ski Cooper 59 mi away, 1,200 ft vertical
Frequently asked questions
Which passes include Monarch Mountain?
Monarch Mountain is included on the Snow Pass pass.
How big is Monarch Mountain?
Monarch Mountain has 1,225 feet of vertical drop, 80 trails and 9 lifts.
Is there a terrain park at Monarch Mountain?
Yes, Monarch Mountain has a terrain park.
Where is Monarch Mountain?
Monarch Mountain is located at 23715 W US Highway 50, Salida, CO 81201, United States, in the Rockies region.