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ARAPAHOE BASIN

📍Dillon, Colorado, USA

🏔️ Expert Paradise🧗 Backcountry Access🤙 Local's FavoriteUnlimited on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Runningonbrains · CC BY 4.0 · Photo details

⬇️
Vertical drop
2,530 ft
🗻
Skiable terrain
1,428 acres
❄️
Avg snowfall
350 in*
🚡
Lifts
9
Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

✈️
DEN
Denver International
About 1–2 hours
drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

Denver International is the main flight gateway. A-Basin is on US-6 east of Keystone. From Denver, Loveland Pass is one approach; when the pass is closed, use I-70 through the Eisenhower Tunnel and approach via Keystone. Winter weather and I-70 traffic can materially lengthen the journey.

Summit Stage’s Swan Mountain Flyer serves A-Basin during peak ski season. Check connections from your lodging and the last return bus.

Weekday parking is generally free; winter weekends have reservation requirements. Use the operator’s parking calendar for your dates. Beach tailgate spaces need their own advance reservation. No overnight parking or camping is allowed in A-Basin’s lots; arrange a designated overnight stay elsewhere.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury$$$$ · earlier budget guide

Keystone Lodge & Spa

hotel · Lakeside Village, Keystone; resort shuttle access to River Run

The lake setting and spa facilities suit evenings after skiing. The hotel shuttle serves designated stops within Keystone; plan the onward trip to A-Basin separately. Summit Stage is a public bus option during peak ski season—check current connections and the return journey.

those wanting resort amenitiesspa seekersfamilies
♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool💆Spa facilities; treatments booked separately🐕Designated dog rooms; fees and room restrictions apply🚐Keystone Resort stops; subject to availability🎿Ski Storage
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, hot tub, pool, Spa facilities; treatments booked separately, Designated dog rooms; fees and room restrictions apply, Keystone Resort stops; subject to availability, ski storage.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium$$$ · earlier budget guide

AC Hotel Frisco

hotel · Frisco, near the Summit Stage Transit Station

The nearby transit station makes this a useful base to consider for travel by public bus. For A-Basin, check Summit Stage’s peak-season service, any connections and the return journey. The pool and whirlpool offer ways to unwind afterward.

Marriott loyalistsresort hoppersthose wanting town amenities
♨️Whirlpool🏊Indoor pool🐕Pet-friendly rooms; fees and limits apply
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Whirlpool, Indoor pool, Pet-friendly rooms; fees and limits apply.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

moderate

Solid value with good amenities

Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

Hampton Inn & Suites Silverthorne

hotel · Silverthorne town base; plan transport to A-Basin

Breakfast included and an indoor pool make this a practical base for a Summit County trip. Connecting rooms provide another option for families, and Hilton Honors members can stay within their usual hotel program. Plan the journey to A-Basin separately from the hotel stay.

familiesHilton loyalistsSummit County town stays
🏊Indoor pool🐕Dogs allowed; fees and limits apply
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about hot-tub facilities, Ask the hotel about transport arrangements, Confirm equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Contact the hotel directly

Hotel phone+1-970-513-4020Hotel emailDENSI_Hampton_Suites@hilton.com
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-30

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Indoor pool, Dogs allowed; fees and limits apply.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Ask about hot-tub facilities, Ask the hotel about transport arrangements, Confirm equipment storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

The Block Hotel & Commons

hotel · Central Silverthorne; plan transport to A-Basin

The choice of private and shared accommodation suits solo travelers and groups, while the commons and bar give the property a social feel. A community kitchen supports self-catering, and the rooftop hot tub offers a place to unwind. Arrange the A-Basin journey as part of your wider Summit County plans.

Dorms, private group rooms, micro rooms and family rooms use shared bathrooms; choose your room format accordingly.

solo travelersgroups choosing private or shared roomssocial stays with self-catering
🍳Shared community kitchen♨️Rooftop hot tub🐕Limited pet-friendly rooms; arrange in advance🎿Secure guest gear storage
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about transport arrangements. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Contact the hotel directly

Hotel phone+1-970-445-7767Hotel emailfrontdesk@theblocksilverthorne.com
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-30

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Shared community kitchen, Rooftop hot tub, Limited pet-friendly rooms; arrange in advance, Secure guest gear storage.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Ask about transport arrangements.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget$ · earlier budget guide

Snowshoe Motel Frisco

motel · Downtown Frisco, beside a Summit Stage public bus stop

The downtown location makes it easy to head out for a meal, while kitchen-equipped options give guests another way to organize their stay. For A-Basin, plan Summit Stage connections and the return journey around its peak ski-season service, or arrange your own mountain transport.

Pets are not permitted. For accessibility needs, contact the motel before booking; its room page flags ongoing accessibility renovations.

downtown Frisco staystravelers choosing self-catering roomssimple town-base lodging
🍳Selected kitchenette rooms and one-bedroom apartment🚐Summit Stage public bus stop at the property
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about hot-tub facilities, Confirm equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Contact the hotel directly

Hotel phone+1-970-668-3444Hotel emailinfo@snowshoemotel.com
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-30

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Selected kitchenette rooms and one-bedroom apartment, Summit Stage public bus stop at the property.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Ask about hot-tub facilities, Confirm equipment storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

For Arapahoe Basin, compare a booked room or rental around Dillon with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.

Compare lodging options ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

🐕 PET POLICY

Leashed dogs are allowed at the Beach. Check the relevant accommodation and activity rules separately when planning the rest of a trip with a pet.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →
Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · A-Basin

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

Typically mid October to mid June

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source 1 ↗Schedule source 2 ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.arapahoebasin.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
1428
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
13050
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
2530
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Via ferrata, aerial adventure park, hiking, mountain biking, scenic lift rides and disc golf.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summer visit planning
No bike haul or rentals; summer lift operations are seasonal.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Runs
147
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
9
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in), Base elevation (ft).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Arapahoe Basin — parking, directions and transit ↗US-6 access, tunnel alternative, seasonal bus service, parking reservations and the prohibition on overnight parking. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Arapahoe Basin — The Beach ↗Reserved daytime tailgate spaces; propane/gas grills and leashed dogs allowed; overnight camping prohibited. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Arapahoe Basin — field guide ↗Ski-focused destination character, varied ability-level programs, nearby lodging and long-season positioning. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Arapahoe Basin — public transport ↗Swan Mountain Flyer serves the resort during peak ski season; check the last return. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hampton Inn & Suites Silverthorne — Hotel information ↗Official Hilton identity/address; included hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, connecting rooms and dog policy. No private ski shuttle supported. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hampton Inn & Suites Silverthorne — Location ↗Official indexed page places hotel off I-70 and near shopping/dining. Outlet distances contradict the old across-the-street description; exact distances omitted. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Block Hotel & Commons — official site ↗Current hotel in central Silverthorne, private rooms, shared spaces, public bar and rooftop hot tub; booking and property contacts. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Block Hotel & Commons — FAQ ↗Dorm and group formats, shared bathrooms in specified room categories, secure gear storage and limited pet-friendly rooms by advance request. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Block Hotel & Commons — policies ↗Policy text describes a full community kitchen for guests; only that durable feature is used. Exact fees, ages and timing are excluded. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowshoe Motel — official site ↗Motel at 521 Main Street, Frisco, walking access to dining/shopping, continental breakfast, public Summit Stage stop, selected kitchenette rooms and kitchen apartment, direct contact/booking. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowshoe Motel — amenities ↗Operator lists public Summit Stage stop and explicitly prohibits pets. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowshoe Motel — rooms ↗Operator asks guests with disabilities to contact it before booking due to ongoing accessibility renovations; no claim that every room is accessible. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ski School | Arapahoe Basin ↗School identity and program choices. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Group Snowboard & Ski Lessons | Arapahoe Basin ↗Group lesson scope and meeting point. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Guided Ski Tour | Arapahoe Basin ↗Actual private tour and program terms. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ski & Snowboard Rentals in Summit County, CO ↗Existing reviewed provider evidence retained unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Black Tie Ski Rentals of Breckenridge & Summit County ↗Existing reviewed provider evidence retained unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Sunshine Cafe — Silverthorne ↗Operator identifies a small local diner and gathering place at 250 Summit Place in Silverthorne, serving classic American breakfast and lunch. New card uses those broad facts only; holiday closures and precise daily hours remain on the operator site. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ski Tip Lodge — Keystone Ski Resort ↗Operator identifies an intimate restaurant in a former stagecoach building in East Keystone, with seasonal ingredients, a rotating multi-course prix-fixe dinner and required reservations. Page explicitly announces winter 2026 opening and limited early service; the card directs booking without repeating a calendar or exact menu. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Dining & Restaurants — Arapahoe Basin ↗Current directory distinguishes base 6th Alley, mid-mountain Black Mountain Lodge, summit Il Rifugio, base Legends Cafe and other outlets. Black Mountain Lodge offers barbecue and East Wall deck views; Legends covers quick breakfast/lunch. This contradicts the old purely-basic mountain-food guide. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

6th Alley Bar & Grill - Hours and Menu | A-Basin Restaurants ↗Reuse the previously checked exact venue record for guide consistency; card remains byte-for-byte unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

IL Rifugio - Restaurant at 12,456 feet | A-Basin Snow Plume ↗Reuse the previously checked exact venue record for guide consistency; card remains byte-for-byte unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Dam Brewery | Brewpub & Restaurant in Dillon, CO ↗Reuse the previously checked exact venue record for guide consistency; card remains byte-for-byte unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Arapahoe Basin — official hours information ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Arapahoe Basin — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Ikon Pass — 26/27 opening and closing dates (updated September 29, 2026) ↗

    Official Ikon 26/27 opening table lists this destination as TBA. No exact dates are verified.

  • Arapahoe Basin homepage ↗

    The first-party Arapahoe Basin homepage page states the asserted mountain facts. Metric source values are stored in the site's rounded imperial display units.

  • Summer Adventures at A-Basin ↗

    Via ferrata, aerial adventure park, hiking, mountain biking, scenic lift rides and disc golf.

  • Opening Day 2026 · Arapahoe Basin, October 27 ↗

    Arapahoe Basin named October 28 as its opening day. Initial terrain was High Noon via Black Mountain Express. The announcement does not give a closing date.

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