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In most corners of the country, skiing into early April is expected. Skiing into Memorial Day? A real treat. But by the time the corn is knee high by the Fourth of July, is anyone still skiing?
Lucky for us, the answer is yes. Every year, a few resorts turn the lifts on Independence Day, and skiers get after it. Sure, no one is expecting a powder day, and most of the spring corn is gone, but there’s something uniquely novel about skiing in July, and we’re all about it.
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Due to snowfall, rain, and general warm weather this year’s list of July 4 resorts is short and sweet. There are only two resorts in the country where you’ll be able to don your finest hot dog suit on skis, but any skiing is better than none!
Timberline, Ore.
Planned closing date: historically mid-August
Timberline is a frequent flyer when it comes to July 4 skiing. The resort is typically operational for about 10 months a year and offers more vertical feet than anywhere else in the country. Keep in mind that the only skiable terrain is aimed at intermediate skiers and on; there will not be any beginner terrain open until next season.
Copper Mountain, Colo.
Planned closing date: Sept. 7
Okay, technically speaking, Copper is not spinning their lifts on July 4, but you can most definitely ski. The resort’s hike park is open, and for those unfamiliar, it is exactly what it sounds like. A snow-covered park that skiers need to hike to (albeit, it’s in front of the base). Copper uses snow farming technology to stow away snow all season long so that park rats don’t have to take the summer off.
