Ski Cooper

Experience Colorado's Hidden Gem - Ski Cooper

Looking for an affordable ski area experience? Ski Cooper, a short drive from Leadville, offers some of the lowest lift ticket rates in Colorado!

As one of Colorado's remaining independently owned ski areas, you'll have an authentic mountain experience filled with fun in the snow for the whole family. With fewer crowds, lower lift tickets, and natural snow, Ski Cooper is the perfect option for beginners and a charming alternative to big resorts.

New! The free shuttle has added stop locations! See below for details or click here to see the shuttle's current location

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Brand New! Free Shuttle Service Connects Leadville and Ski Cooper

Starting January 4, 2025, visitors and residents can take advantage of a new, free shuttle service connecting Leadville with Ski Cooper. The shuttle will operate on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the winter season, offering an easy and convenient way to access the slopes without the hassle of driving.

The shuttle service, operated by Downtowner, will run on weekends from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a break from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. It will make round trips every 30 minutes, and the frequency is subject to weather conditions and traffic. The shuttle will pick up at the 3rd and Harrison Avenue bus stop in Leadville near the Tabor Opera House, along with other locations throughout Leadville, and drop passengers off at the unloading zone in front of the ticket window at Ski Cooper.

Other stops include: The Roadway Inn (south Hwy 24), City Hall (8th & Harrison), Inn the Clouds Hostel (east 7th), Eagle's Nest Apartments (Mountain View Drive), Columbine Inn & Suites (north Hwy 24). The return service will operate in reverse.

This is the same shuttle that operates the Leadville transit in town on Monday-Friday. Click here to see the current bus location

The service will run through April 6, 2025, and is designed to make visiting Ski Cooper more accessible for everyone, whether residents or visiting from out of town.

Shuttle Schedule:

Hours of Operation: Saturdays and Sundays, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (no service between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.)
Route: Multiple stops in Leadville to Ski Cooper’s unloading zone near the ticket window

New! Shuttle Stop Locations:

3rd & Harrison (east side of street in front of gas station near Tabor Opera House - parking behind Tabor Opera House)
Leadville City Hall at 8th & Harrison (east side of the street)
Eagle's Nest Apartments Bus Stop
Columbine Inn & Suites (2019 N. Poplar/Hwy 24 - north of town)
Ski Cooper's Port of Entry
Roadway Inn (1128 Hwy 24 - south of town)
Frequency: Every 30 minutes, subject to weather and traffic conditions. :00 Downtown Leadville, :30 at Ski Cooper Click here to see current bus location

:00 - 3rd & Harrison

:05 - 8th & Harrison

:10 - Eagles Nest Apartments

:15 - Columbine Inn & Suites

:30 - Ski Cooper

:50 - Rodeway Inn

Parking: Free daytime parking in city lot behind the Tabor Opera House

Whether you’re chasing powder, making family memories, or stepping into history, Ski Cooper has it all. Experience the magic this winter and discover why locals and visitors alike cherish this Colorado treasure.

Ski Shuttle Bus Location