Skiing
Level 1: This is your first time skiing
Level 2: You have skied before, you know how to stop using a wedge (snowplow, pizza, etc) but you’re still learning the basics.
Level 3: You can stop in a wedge, and are learning how to make turns. You are comfortable riding the lift.
Level 4: You are comfortable making turns on green trails

Snowboarding
Level 1: This is your first time snowboarding
Level 2: You have a basic understanding of your edges,and know how to stop. You’re ready to learn how to turn!
Level 3: You know how to make turns, but are still having some trouble with it. You are comfortable riding the lift.
Level 4: You are comfortable making turns on green trails.

If you’re not sure, that’s okay! We will make sure everyone goes to the level that fits them best based on experience, skill levels, and personal goals.

Check out our Ski & Ride School Know Before You Go page for full pre-arrival information.

Skiing

• Level 1: This is your first time skiing
• Level 2: You have skied before, you know how to stop using a wedge (snowplow, pizza, etc) but you’re still learning the basics.
• Level 3: You can stop in a wedge, and are learning how to make turns. You are comfortable riding the lift.
• Level 4: You are comfortable making turns on green trails

Snowboarding

• Level 1: This is your first time snowboarding
• Level 2: You have a basic understanding of your edges,and know how to stop. You’re ready to learn how to turn!
• Level 3: You know how to make turns, but are still having some trouble with it. You are comfortable riding the lift.
• Level 4: You are comfortable making turns on green trails.

If you’re not sure, that’s okay! We will make sure everyone goes to the level that fits them best based on experience, skill levels, and personal goals.

Yes. Up to 6 friends and family members are invited to join a half day private lesson. We strongly recommend that all participants have similar ability levels. We can make some accommodations upon request.

Children and Adults can come straight to the Ski & Ride School room to get their rental gear. Please plan to get your rental gear AT LEAST 45 minutes prior to your lesson so we can ensure you start on time.

Pickup available day before your scheduled ski & ride lesson from 1:00-5:00pm.

Outside alcohol is expressly prohibited at Granby Ranch.

Yes, you need a ticket for all of these. Details on our uphill,snowshoe and Nordic policies.

Ski bikes with restraint devices (leash) are permitted on the Quick Draw Express. Presently, we are studying the feasibility of ski bikes on our other lifts. Please have patience as we responsibly navigate this exciting and quickly growing sport!

Drones are prohibited on property.

We strongly advise that you plan ahead for your visit.

Typically, Saturdays, the week of Christmas, President’s Day weekend and Spring Break (mid-March) are our busiest periods. If you’d like to avoid the crowds, stop by during the week or on weekends that do not fall on holidays.

For picking up rentals without lessons, please check in at Tickets starting the day of your rental reservation.

If you have booked your rentals online ahead of time, you have the opportunity to pick up your gear the afternoon prior. Please keep in mind that this service may not be readily available during our peak dates.

Pickup available day before your scheduled rental day between 1:30-3:30pm, based on availability. Not available during peak time and night ski nights.

Our dog policy can be found here.

Helmets are strongly encouraged for participants of any mountain activity. We require helmets for all ski and ride school lessons as well as all users in the Downhill Bike Park.

We are grateful for your service, and to honor you and all the men and women in our armed forces we are proud offer our Patriot Pass — a complimentary winter season pass for active-duty military personnel. For retired military and veterans, we offer 20% off of day lift tickets.

Stop by our ticket window on your next visit, show a valid military ID or your valid VA ID, and we’ll get you set on the slopes!

Yes, Granby Ranch offers night skiing. Check our calendar for the scheduled night ski nights!

Please note: During night ski the only beginner skiing is serviced by the Milestone Lift. All terrain serviced by the Quick Draw Express is intermediate terrain only.

Yes. We have two separate, free parking areas, all within walking distance of the slopes. A third overflow lot on busy days is also available, featuring shuttle service.

No tubing services are offered at this time. Sledding and tubing are strictly prohibited within ski area boundaries. Please note all posted signs regarding sledding restrictions on ski area boundary markers.

We highly recommend you pre-book. Reservations can be made in advance for equipment rental. During peak dates equipment will be limited. Certain sizes may be unavailable for walk up customers.

Yes. Granby Ranch is the perfect mountain to bring beginners/first timers, as well as intermediate and advanced skiers who’d like to perfect their skills.

Please note: During night ski the only beginner skiing is serviced by the Milestone Lift. All terrain serviced by the Quick Draw Express is intermediate terrain only.

Yes! We added the Outpost Food Truck to the top of East Mountain, new skiable terrain on West Mountain, & East Mountain Retreat Yurt Rental.