A-Basin Announces Draft Master Plan with 2 New Gondolas, a New Lift, a New Learning Area and Expanded Snowmaking

A-Basin announces draft master plan with 2 new gondolas, a new lift, a new learning area and expanded snowmaking

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has released a draft master plan for future upgrades to the ski area, including additional parking, two new gondolas, a new lift, and a new learning area and expanded snowmaking and avalanche technology. The 103-page draft master plan published Friday, May 16, outlines A-Basin’s long-term vision, according to a news release from the ski area, which describes the plan as “a dynamic document” that could be amended. A-Basin …

Arapahoe Basin's Master Development Plan draft accepted by USFS

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has big plans for future additions over the next few years. As of Friday, the ski area is one step closer to gaining approval to make

A-Basin's Master Development Plan draft accepted by USFS

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has big plans for future additions over the next few years. As of Friday, the ski area is one step closer to gaining approval to make future plans a reality.

Arapahoe Basin Master Plan Envisions Two Gondolas & More

Arapahoe Basin today announced it submitted a new Master Development Plan (MDP) to the Forest Service for review. The plan includes several lift additions within the mountain’s existing 1,800 acre permit area with a focus on out-of-base capacity and improving the experience for beginner and intermediate skiers. Arapahoe Basin already operates one of the most modern lift fleets in the industry with six Leitner-Poma chairlifts, all built between 2…

Arapahoe Basin Releases Master Development Plan With New Lifts And Buildings

Arapahoe Basin has released its new draft Master Development Plan (MDP), designing a path into the future but not guaranteeing any of the proposed upgrades. The Master Development Plan includes a host of upgrades focused on guest and employee experience as well as guest and employee safety. A short gondola and chairlift conveyor in the plan would improve beginner skiing on the mountain, while a proposed skier services building could offer more s…