Latest Silverton NewsTNF Big timers Bring Snow With ThemIngrid, Ian, Johan, Carter, and Callum come to town and bring 10” of blower with them. 66" New Snow- Storm of CenturyHeavy snow every day of the last week 55" of NEW and it is still snowingIt is true! Silverton Mountain has seen over 50” of new snow in the past few days and it still dumping. 550 South from Durango is OPEN. CODT is still working on 550 North. HWY 110 … Reserve Tickets Online
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Heli SkiingHeli Ski/Heli Board drops to spectacular terrain can be purchased in single run increments from Silverton Guides for only $159 per run (plus lift ticket) bringing the possibility of heli skiing to those with big boards but a small bank roll. It is a great way to see more of the mountain.There are four different ways to experience the heli… 1. $159 Per Heli Run- You need to also purchase a lift ticket (Lift Ticket: $49-$129 depending on the time of year).2. $320 Heli Accessed Ski Touring- Includes two heli drops and access to scenic remote basins for additional human powered runs. You need to also purchase a lift ticket. 3. $999 Heli Day(per person)- Includes 6 heli runs. Silverton has chairlift accessed backup skiing available for you at no extra charge if your trip is cancelled once underway (rarely happens) weather etc. 4. Private Ship- You, your friends and the heli. If you have a special idea for the ultimate ski day we can make it happen. Call or email for rates. You can book $159 heli drops in advance on the website or at the base area. Spaces are limited. $999 Heli Day and $320 Heli Touring can be booked by contacting the office or by emailing info@silvertonmountain.com(not available via website). Why Heli Silverton? Stellar terrain options with big lines available…Higher caliber skiers on higher caliber terrain…Excellent snow quality due to highest elevation in North America…Silverton had only 3 down days during the 08/09 heli season…Chairlift backup…Colorado sunshine…Above and below treeline skiing options. Silverton Mountain has been using a small helicopter to conduct avalanche control for several years at the ski area and uses heli drops to help offset the costs. Silverton Guides has access to an A-Star B3 heli which we feel is the best heli in the world. With the higher costs and the poor accuracy of the avalauncher rounds, a helicopter is now the best tool for conducting avalanche control at Silverton Mountain and especially on the distant and most amazing ski terrain. This is also great news for unguided skiers as the helicopter avalanche control program helps get additional unguided ski terrain open faster. The heli drops are available starting December 18th which is usually a great time to ride with light powder on all aspects. All helicopters are provided, staffed, insured, and maintained by 3rd party independent contractors. Book your trip to Silverton online!Heli Drop Stats: 
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