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Arapahoe Basin, Keystone

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Arapahoe Basin ( ə-RAP-ə-hoh; often shortened to A-Basin, or simply The Basin) is an alpine ski area in the Rocky Mountains of the United States, in the Arapaho National Forest of Colorado. Arapahoe Basin is known for its extended season—usually staying open until early June, and sometimes into early July, whereas most other northern ski areas close in early April. Arapahoe Basin is located south of Loveland Pass on U.S. Highway 6 in Summit County.

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  • By Excursion678836
    A-Basin also has a snowshoe trail that I recommend. You have to use their snowshoes for "liability issues." The price ($50) includes the lift, snowshoes, and poles. The trail follows the eastern... 
    A-Basin also has a snowshoe trail that I recommend. You have to use their snowshoes for "liability issues." The price ($50) includes the lift, snowshoes, and poles. The trail follows the eastern...  more »
  • By jeaniewest
    We arrived at A Basin in a white out snow storm after going over the Loveland Pass. Needless to say we were gripping the Oh Crap handles the entire trip. When we arrived we were greeted by the... 
    We arrived at A Basin in a white out snow storm after going over the Loveland Pass. Needless to say we were gripping the Oh Crap handles the entire trip. When we arrived we were greeted by the...  more »
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