Koala, an online marketplace that connects travelers with timeshare owners, recently analyzed more than 450 U.S. ski resorts on factors including annual snowfall, length of runs, cost of an adult ski pass and review ratings to determine the top 10 U.S. ski resorts to enjoy this winter.

According to the Koala research, the top 10 is:

1. Park City, Utah
2. Vail, Colorado
3. Winter Park Resort, Colorado
4. Breckenridge, Colorado
5. Big Sky Resort, Montana
6. Jackson Hole, Wyoming
7. Snowmass, Colorado
8. Telluride, Colorado
9. Keystone, Colorado
10. Baker, Washington

The research further found Park City is not only the No. 1-ranked ski resort, but also the largest with 820,010 feet of runs and 39 ski lifts. Lost Trail Powder Mountain in Montana, is the cheapest of the top 100 resorts, with a day pass at $46. The most expensive, Vail, is about $219 for a day pass. Vail is, however, the best-reviewed ski resort in America, with factors such as variety of runs, slope preparation and apres-ski offering considered.

Photogenic vistas are also a factor for Americans when selecting a resort, with Park City mentioned in the highest number of Instagram posts at 1.1 million. Thus, Park City is the most Instagram-worthy skiing destination in the United States. The snowiest ski resort is Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where more than 450 inches of snow fell in the 2019/2020 ski season.

“I can definitely see why Park City is the best ski resort in America. As America’s largest ski resort, it boasts 348 miles of trails and over 7,300 skiable acres, meaning you’ll never get bored,” said Mike Kennedy, cofounder and CEO, Koala.

“It is no surprise that six out of the top 10 ski resorts are located in Colorado, one of America’s most famous states for skiing and snowboarding. Home to the Rocky Mountains, Colorado offers stunning views of rugged, snow-covered mountains reaching above 14,000 feet,” continued Kennedy. “The American Rockies provide the most epic runs in the U.S. and the dry fluffy snow is some of the best in the world, particularly for beginners. If skiing isn’t for you there is a vast array of alternative winter activities available throughout the Coloradan resorts, from snow tubing to sleigh rides.”

The full research on the top U.S. ski resorts is available here.

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