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Warm Weather Forces Early Closures at Western Ski Resorts

4/7/2026

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Unusually warm temperatures disrupt western ski resorts, causing early closures or delayed openings amid record heat and low snowfall.
In New Mexico, crews move snow to keep trails open, while Colorado has fewer than 20% of trails operational.
Despite poor conditions, some skiers embrace the warmth and post swimwear photos on social media.
Resorts like Vail Resorts cut pass prices for skiers 13–30 and add events to attract younger visitors.

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Story summary

Unusually warm temperatures disrupt western ski resorts, causing early closures or delayed openings amid record heat and low snowfall.
In New Mexico, crews move snow to keep trails open, while Colorado has fewer than 20% of trails operational.
Despite poor conditions, some skiers embrace the warmth and post swimwear photos on social media.
Resorts like Vail Resorts cut pass prices for skiers 13–30 and add events to attract younger visitors.