The Best Ski Resorts for Snowboarding in USA

Welcome to the ultimate guide to the best snowboarding destinations in the USA, as rated by real riders who've carved these mountains. These rankings come straight from our Snomad community – fellow powder hunters who know their toe-side from their heel-side. One Snomad community member liked that we only include resorts with sufficient ratings, ensuring you get the most accurate picture of what awaits you on the slopes. Been riding recently? Share your own experience and help fellow boarders find their perfect mountain.

Check out our other USA resort rankings for Terrain Parks, Off-Piste, Powder Zones and Tree Skiing – because great boarding isn't just about the halfpipe!

Best Ski Resort for Snowboarders in USA: Aspen Snowmass - Snowboarders Rating

Aspen Snowmass is a dream destination for snowboarders with its incredible variety across four mountains. A user who is an advanced snowboarder said, "Snowmass has an insane amount of variety including double blacks that will challenge even the most experienced riders." The terrain parks get frequent praise, with one reviewer noting it has "one of the best and largest terrain parks out there." Though the price tags are steep, the quality delivers – from perfectly groomed runs to powder-filled tree sections. The minimal crowds are particularly appealing, as Trevor points out: "Nowhere else in Colorado can you find in-bounds skiing on a weekend with fewer people, shorter lines, and more open runs."

#2 Arapahoe Basin Ski Area - Snowboarders Rating

Arapahoe Basin is a snowboarder's paradise, especially for those seeking challenging terrain. As one Snomad community member puts it, it's "a place where you can just do whatever you want without being confined to one narrow run." Its high alpine riding offers long steep runs and powder fields that create days filled with adventure. The wide-open ski runs above the tree line give it an Alps-like feel. Though not as beginner-friendly as other resorts, A-Basin offers excellent value with shorter lift lines and a cool community surrounding it. Several users highlight the quality tree runs and the resort's extended season due to its high altitude.

#3 Kirkwood - Snowboarders Rating

Kirkwood is a snowboarder's dream according to our community. The resort offers deceptively large terrain with impressive variety that keeps riders coming back. A user who is an advanced snowboarder said it has "some of the best terrain on the west coast" with excellent tree runs and powder. For those seeking challenges, Kirkwood delivers with technical runs, natural half-pipe-like gullies, and various chutes for progression. Though the terrain parks aren't extensive (only two), and après options are limited, the uncrowded slopes more than compensate. Perfect for snowboarders who prioritise riding over nightlife, with the added bonus of fewer flat spots than neighbouring resorts.