Cedaredge/Rimrock

Cedaredge/Rimrock Ski Area is a historic abandoned ski resort located in western Colorado near the town of Cedaredge, in the foothills between the North Fork Valley and the Grand Mesa region. Once a modest community ski area serving locals and regional visitors, the resort operated as a family-friendly destination before its closure. The terrain featured a mix of groomed runs and natural skiing across moderate elevations, offering views of the surrounding Colorado plateau landscape. Today, the site remains largely undeveloped, making it primarily of historical interest to ski area enthusiasts and heritage tourism visitors exploring Colorado's ski history.

The area's natural setting provides opportunities for summer recreation in the surrounding high desert and forest terrain. The nearby Grand Mesa region offers extensive hiking, mountain biking, and scenic viewing opportunities just minutes away. Local roads provide access to dispersed recreation areas where visitors can explore the plateau's unique ecology and geology. The Cedaredge area is known for its orchards and agricultural heritage, making it an appealing base for visitors interested in agritourism alongside outdoor activities.

For winter exploration, the surrounding public lands in the Grand Mesa National Forest provide backcountry skiing and snowshoeing opportunities when snow conditions allow, though the abandoned resort itself has no maintained facilities. The region transitions between high desert and montane forest, creating varied scenery throughout the seasons. Planning a visit should focus on nearby active recreation in Grand Mesa or the North Fork Valley rather than resort-based skiing.