What to pack for a ski weekend in Colorado
3 nights · 8–31°F / -13 to -1°C · town sits near 9,600 ft, so UV is strong on bright days
clothes
- waterproof ski jacket and pants
- 2 merino base layer sets
- mid-layer fleece
- ski socks, 1 pair per day
- neck gaiter
- casual warm clothes for the evening
- cozy slippers for the rental
for the snow days
- goggles
- helmet, or rent one
- insulated waterproof gloves
- backup liner gloves
- hand warmers
- sunglasses for the drive
- small bag for lift tickets and snacks
toiletries + meds
- sunscreen, SPF 30 or higher
- lip balm with SPF
- heavy moisturizer
- pain reliever for sore legs
- altitude headache tablets
- electrolyte packets
- muscle rub
the stuff you always forget
- lift pass confirmation
- snow chains or traction check for a rental car
- reusable water bottle, altitude dries you out
- dry bag for wet gear
- phone charger
- boot dryer or newspaper for wet boots
- spare socks in the car