Copper Mountain Wins Bronze - Best Ski Resort for Expert Skiers 2025 North America
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bronze winner: Best for Expert Skiers - north-america
Copper Mountain

Why Copper Mountain is Highly Rated for Expert Skiers

Copper Mountain's 4.67/5.00 rating for Expert Skiers makes it no surprise that it's been awarded the bronze award for Best Resort for Experts in North America. This award is thoroughly deserved, with its east side and back bowls delivering the challenging terrain that serious skiers crave. The mountain's layout naturally separates different ability levels, allowing experts to find their playground without battling crowds. One Snomad community member liked how the mountain offers "gnarly terrain, and some of the hardest to ride in Colorado," found at the top and backside of the mountain. The resort excels with varied expert options including steep mogul-filled trails, high alpine terrain, and Tucker Mountain's double black diamond runs. Expert skier Travis highlights that "Tucker mountain is amazing when the conditions are right - awesome double black terrain," while Zach mentions "fun areas with cliffs and other natural features to play around on."

For those seeking serious challenges, Copper doesn't disappoint with its variety of professional-level features. Spaulding Bowl, Union Meadows, and Enchanted Forest are consistently mentioned as places where expert skier Nathan finds his "secret stashes." The mountain offers impressive technical skiing that many experts find more satisfying than neighbouring resorts. Our reviewers mention that Copper's advanced runs include everything from steep groomers to powder fields, making it versatile for different expert preferences. Expert skier Paul sums it up perfectly: "My favorite part of the mountain is the backside... There is a ton of super fun terrain including trees, rocks, powder fields, and more!" The natural terrain delivers an authentic challenge that keeps even the most skilled riders coming back year after year.

Want to know if this resort is right for you? Read our full resort guide to see how Copper Mountain stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!

Community Review

Copper Mountain, USA
"Copper Mountain is a great resort with something for everyone. The naturally divided terrain means youll find riders of similar abilities for on-piste turns. Theres a good mix of groomed and natural runs, moguls, steeps, and bowls. Its a fun mountain to explore!"
Copper Mountain
Craig
expert skier

Other Winners In Best for Expert Skiers

1st
Colorado

Aspen Snowmass

4.75/5
expert rating
2nd
British Columbia

Revelstoke

4.68/5
expert rating

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