Ski Cooper Opens New Advanced Runs

January 16, 2020

[Updated Dec. 1, 2020]

Ski Cooper opened new double black diamond ski runs in early 2020! Come discover 70 skiable acres of new advanced terrain!

NEW TENNESSEE CREEK BASIN DOUBLE BLACK DIAMONDS

Meet some of the new runs:

Ski Cooper Tennessee Creek Basin Map

Powder Stache and Solstice: Glades with steep grades
Bumpus Rumpus and Swan Song: Two of the area’s eight new chutes
Maverick and Viper: Cleared runs

At the new Tennessee Creek Basin, you can explore 19 new named trails, all served by a new lift. Discover 16 new double blacks and 3 new black diamond runs. The advanced terrain adds a fresh dimension to Cooper’s family-friendly vibe. Now, you can bring all your family and friends to Cooper, whether they’re expert or newbie skiers or boarders. With a total 59 trails, five lifts, and terrain variety to choose from, groups of all ability levels will find something to love at Cooper. Plan your visit today!

Please note: Before entering Tennessee Creek Basin, please make sure you are ready to descend Double Black Diamond terrain. If you have questions in your mind about your ability to handle this terrain, DON’T GO – work on your skiing first.

Also, when riding up the Little Horse T-Bar, you must stay in the uphill track (directly under the haul cable). If you ski or ride outside this straight track, it can pull the haul cable from the wheels and close the lift. That means you and your friends might have to hike up!

WIDE-OPEN SPACES

If you’re looking for uncrowded slopes, Ski Cooper is the place for you. Our 470 skiable acres means you have plenty of space to spread out! See Ski Cooper’s latest plans to keep you safe during the 2020-2021 season.

SKIP THE LINES

One thing Ski Cooper doesn’t have is lift lines or ticket lines!

All season passes, day passes, and rentals will be loaded onto the Cooper Key Card (RFID). Please go online before your visit to create your profile, upload your photo, and sign any waivers. Once you get your card, you will never stand in the ticket line again – just proceed directly to the lift with your loaded card.

For the 2020-2021 season, you must buy your pass online in advance. This precaution applies to day and season passes.

SKI & BOARD FOR LESS

Even with this exciting expansion, one thing hasn’t changed—Cooper is still one of the least crowded and most affordable resorts in Colorado. If you ski a lot, buy a season pass and get great on that new black diamond terrain! Remember, this season y ou may only buy passes in advance, online.

2020-21 SEASON COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

This season, Cooper is taking COVID-19 precautions to keep you safe, including these:

Buy all passes in advance online. All Passes (Season and Day) must be purchased in advance and online only via Cooper’s website.
A pass is required to enter Ski Cooper for any reason. A valid pass is required for entry during operating hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m), whether you are skiing, uphilling, eating in the lodge, or doing any other activity.
No bag storage is allowed. You will not be permitted to bring with you through the Port of Entry Gate items that you cannot keep on your person while skiing/riding (backpacks, extra clothing, grocery bags, etc.).
Ski & Ride School is limited. Cooper will offer Ski & Ride School lessons on individual, family, or cohort basis only – there will be no mixed groups. Lessons will be offered to those age 7 and over with meeting times at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. These lessons must be scheduled and paid for in advance, by phone only; call 1-800-707-6114 to reserve lessons. There will be no children’s programs or daycare services this season.
Face coverings required. Guests will be required to wear face coverings at all indoor locations, except while sitting at a table, and at outdoor locations as signage indicates (lift lines, dining areas, etc.).

Come discover the soft, all-natural snow at Ski Cooper this season!

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