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The state of Minnesota is known for its cold winters. Its location in the upper Midwest makes the area a veritable winter wonderland during the cold months, and winter sports are a favorite pastime of residents and tourists. There are…
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Casper, Wyoming, is a dream come true for outdoor lovers. The area is rich with outdoor activities for people of all ages and interests. There is an indoor ice skating center, indoor aquatics center, hunting areas, ice fishing, snowmob…
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Fort Collins is located in Larimer County, Colorado at an altitude of 4,984 feet. If you're visiting Fort Collins and want to schedule some skiing, most resorts are a 90 minute to two-hour drive from the city. Consider traffic and driv…
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Colorado is home to a great array of ski resorts that are tucked away deep in the Rocky Mountains west of Denver. These resorts all offer amazing vistas of wintry mountain peaks, great terrain for beginners to expert skiers, lessons fo…
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Colorado offers some of the greatest skiing in the United States and many of these resorts are found just an hour drive from Golden, a western suburb of Denver. All resorts feature incredibly varied terrain for beginners to experts and…
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The Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four ski resorts in the Aspen/Snowmass area in Colorado. The Aspen area has nearly unlimited lodging and dining options and the four ski areas together comprise more than 5,300 acres of terrai…
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Located on the banks of Lake Michigan, South Haven is a popular destination for hiking, biking, boating, fishing and outdoor scenery. The area has wineries, fine dining and an active nightlife. Bike trails in South Haven will lead thro…
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Minnesota might not have the jaw dropping mountains and vertical drop of ski areas in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming, but the state has a number of places to ski, including several within a half hour's drive of major cities like St. Paul…
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Everett is a small city just north of Washington that is probably best known as the home of the Boeing factory. The Snohomish River flows through Everett into the Port Gardner Bay. Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular recreationa…
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State College, PA, is a vibrant town with a number of great hotels for visitors to choose from. State College is not only the home of Pennsylvania State University, but also enjoys the benefit of having many nearby recreational opportu…
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Nestled in the Northwest corner of Illinois, Galena is close to numerous great ski areas, ranging from full-size resorts to small ski hills. Whether you are a seasoned skier looking for steep terrain or just looking for an inexpensive…
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Russia is known for long winters, snow and vast expanses of remote tundra. Russia is fortunate to have many mountain ranges, and Europe's tallest mountain, Mt. Elbrus. The resort community of Sochi will host the 2014 Winter Olympics. S…
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Oregon is home to the Cascade Mountains, which receive heavy annual snowfall, making it an ideal place for downhill skiing. Visitors will find a variety of ski lodges in the Cascades to choose from. Many of them feature ski in/ski out…
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Brainerd is located in central Minnesota in the heart of the Minnesota lakes country along the Mississippi River. Over 460 lakes are within 25 miles of Brainerd. Its centrality makes it easy to stay in Brainerd and ski at both the nort…
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Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, is near Kenosha and the Illinois state line. The region has many lakes and rivers and is known for fishing, water-skiing and cross-country skiing. In summer, there are water-skiing shows where groups gather to wa…
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