Ski Idlewild

Ski Idlewild is an abandoned ski area located in Colorado that now serves primarily as a historical curiosity and backcountry access point for adventurous winter sports enthusiasts. Once a modest regional ski destination, the resort's infrastructure has fallen into disrepair, making it inaccessible for traditional downhill skiing and snowboarding operations. However, the area retains value for backcountry skiers and snowshoers seeking solitude and untracked terrain in the Colorado high country. The surrounding slopes and glades offer opportunities for ski touring and backcountry exploration during winter months, while summer visitors can enjoy hiking through the abandoned resort's terrain to access higher alpine ridges and meadows.