Did you know Copper is open during the summer? If not, it’s time to come check it out. If you’re not sure what the resort has to offer on any given summer day, take some hints from this itinerary and you won’t go wrong.

By Doug Blake

Don’t let the melted snow put a stop to your mountain adventure at Copper Mountain.  Summer is the perfect time to buckle in and point your feet down hill on one of North America’s longest mountain coasters.  The Rocky Mountain Coaster will quickly become your new gateway to thrills at Copper no matter what the season.  

by Tracy Greenhalgh

You skied and boarded all season long while the fluffy white stuff covered the mountain. Now that you’ve packed up your powder jackets and long underwear it’s time to experience Copper’s summertime playground. Summer’s balmy 70 degree daily temps will lure you to escape the city’s heat and bustle to enjoy a cascade of exciting activities on the mountain.

3 villages & endless experiences - all within a one-mile walk

by Sally Francklyn

When I walked in to have lunch this past season, I saw a sign that listed the gluten-free and vegetarian options in Jack’s at the base of the American Eagle. Even the ski resorts are trying to cater to those eaters!  Whether you’ve chosen to eat this way or your body feels better if you do, have no fear—even Copper Mountain has some restaurants with offerings you can choose from. As the ski season comes to a close, you’re probably wondering if they’re open during the summer.

by Lu Snyder

No matter how good or disappointing the winter season, no matter how much snow we got, no matter how often I got on the mountain, it’s never enough. I’m never ready for the lifts to stop spinning and to hang up my skis for the summer. I actually get sort of panicky as closing day approaches and I’m pretty sure I’m not alone. But on the bright side, as soon as lifts close, the anticipation for the next winter season begins. And next season is going to be even better here at Copper.

Woodward Copper Summer Camp begins in just over a month so that means that the Pipeline summer terrain park build has begun. With all the snow we received this winter, the crew has a ton to work with. This pile is already over 80 feet tall! We think it's safe to say this will be one of the best summer terrain parks Woodward Copper Summer Camp has ever seen.

Follow the progress on Instagram at @woodwardcopper. 

By Mikaela Ruland

Follow Mikaela's adventures at @themillennialoutside and themillennialoutside.com

There is nothing so humbling as your first mogul run, except maybe your second. Or your fiftieth.

Moguls are hard.

Watching someone who knows what they’re doing, it looks effortless, flawless.

by Doug Blake

Springtime in the Rockies has few constants when it comes to the weather report but bountiful guarantees when it comes to mountain living.  Goggle tans, lightened lift lines, extended apres’, and a melting of good times highlight just some of the expected pleasures of the blossoming climate and culture.  Summer is right around the corner but don’t forget to savor the season while checking out Copper Mountain’s best drinks on and off the hill.