Established in 1962 by Pete Seibert and Earl Eaton—veterans of the renowned 10th Mountain Division—Vail is a titan of North American skiing. Located in the Colorado Rockies, it features a massive 3,450-foot vertical drop and a charming Bavarian-inspired village that has become synonymous with luxury ski culture. Vail remains one of the most visited and iconic resorts in the world, setting the gold standard for mountain operations.
With an astonishing 5,317 skiable acres and 33 lifts (including two gondolas), Vail’s terrain is legendary. The Front Side is packed with famous cruisers like Riva Ridge and steep bump runs such as Prima and Highline. However, Vail’s crown jewels are its legendary Back Bowls—seven expansive, ungroomed bowls like Sun Up and Sun Down—and the gladed, natural terrain of Blue Sky Basin, offering advanced riders an unparalleled powder experience.
Check our live webcams to scope out the conditions across Vail’s sprawling acreage. From checking the snow stakes at Eagle’s Nest to monitoring the maze at Gondola One, these live feeds provide essential reconnaissance. Pair the visual updates with the real-time weather and temperature data above to dress perfectly for a full day of exploring the Back Bowls!