The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List

The Tip:

Remember to pack lots of warm layers, as the weather conditions on the mountains can change quickly and dramatically. We suggest avoiding cotton when layering, as it traps moisture, dries slowly, and can leave you feeling cold on the slopes.

If you forget something, stop in one of the conveniently located Four Mountain Sports stores, or our Aspen Collection locations, located across the towns of Aspen and Snowmass, and at all four of our mountains.

The List:

• Jacket – 1 to 3 waterproof ski jackets
• Pants – 1 to 3 waterproof ski pants
  
• Additional insulation – down or fleece vest
• Base layer tops – 2–4 moisture-wicking tops (merino wool or synthetic)
• Base layer bottoms – 2–3 pairs of thermal leggings or long underwear (merino wool or synthetic)
• Gloves & mittens – waterproof and insulated ski gloves or mittens
• Sweaters – 1 to 4 fleece or wool sweaters
• Warm winter hat
• Socks – 3 to 4 wool ski socks
• Neck gaiter – non-cotton balaclava or ski mask

The Tip:

Don't want to bring your gear? Learn more about renting ski and snowboard equipment from Four Mountain Sports and how you can save when you package equipment rentals with lodging.

Also, bring along different colored goggle lenses. Pack yellow lenses for snowy days, and polarized lenses for sunny days.

The List:

• Skis and ski poles or snowboard
  
• Ski boots or snowboard boots
  
• Goggles
• Sunglasses
• Helmet
• Hand and toe warmers – 1 to 7 packs of each, or electric boot warmers
• Hydration pack

The Tip:

While both Aspen and Snowmass Village have high-end restaurants where you might want to dress up (a bit), a coat and tie or anything considered "formal" is not necessary. Aspen still is, at its core, a Western mountain town, a fact reflected in the town's aesthetic.

The List:

• Warm winter jacket
• Warm winter hat
• Gloves and mittens
• Sweaters
• Jeans and pants
• Warm winter socks
• Waterproof winter boots
• Undergarments
• Sleepwear – Tops and bottoms

The Tip:

Aspen Snowmass' lift tickets operate on a radio frequency that automatically opens gates at the lifts when you approach. They are best stored in an interior zippered pocket in your jacket.

The List:

• Ski tickets/Ski passes
• Itineraries, tickets, and reservation confirmations
• Credit card and cash
• Identification card
• Medical insurance cards
• Prescriptions and other medications
  
• Power cables for electronics – phone, computer, electric toothbrush, etc.

The Tip:

Because of Colorado's high elevation (and frequent sunshine), sunscreen is an absolute essential. Sunburns happen much quicker in our thinner atmosphere, so make sure you have sunscreen on hand, and don't forget SPF chapstick for your lips!

The List:

• Sunscreen
• Lip balm (with SPF)
• Aloe vera cream
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, and mouthwash
• Hair brush, combs, and other hair accessories
• Lotion
• Deodorant
• Shaving supplies
• Cosmetics
• Cotton balls
• Nail clippers and nail file
• Scissors
• Tweezers

The Tip:

For last-minute baby needs, Aspen has a grocery store (City Market) as well as a pharmacy located conveniently right downtown. Snowmass Village's Clark's Market is also conveniently located to the slopes and Snowmass' hotels and condos.

The List:

• Diaper bag
• Disposable diapers
• Changing pad
• Baby powder and lotion
• Wet wipes
• Bibs
• Baby food and spoon
• Bottles and caps
• Formula
• Pacifiers
• Changes of clothing – tops, bottoms, and socks
• Warm winter jacket
• Warm winter hat
• Mittens
• Sweaters
• Stroller
• Car seat
• Child-carrying pack
• Blankets
• Burp pads
• Bathing supplies – shampoo, conditioner, soap, and lotion

The Tip:

Worried about finding things to do with the kids off the slopes? You need not worry. Aspen Snowmass has tons of fun, playful and memorable activities, best summarized in our winter Family Guide.

The List:

• Headphones and batteries
• Hiking and snowshoeing trail guidebooks
• Sports equipment for other outdoor activities – Such as snowshoes, Nordic skiing gear, hiking poles, etc.
• Travel pillows

If you and your family are planning an Aspen Snowmass ski vacation, Stay Aspen Snowmass is your one-stop-shop for creating an all-inclusive Aspen vacation package. Our vacation packages make traveling and visiting easy and enjoyable, and include airfare, ski and snowboard equipment rental, lift tickets and passes, Aspen lodging and more. Start creating an Aspen vacation package with a local vacation expert by calling 888-649-5982.