FAQs

Everything you need to know.

How do I get to Eldora?
From Boulder go west on Canyon. This is Hwy. 119 and will take you into Nederland. In Nederland just follow the signs to Eldora. Or click here for more detailed directions.

What are your hours?
The lifts run 9am to 4pm Monday thru Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays.

How much is Parking?
Parking is FREE in both the main and lower lots.

How many lifts do you have?
We have 12 lifts. Two Quads, Two Triple, Four Doubles, One Poma, Two Rope Tows, and a Conveyor lift.

How many acres of terrain do you have?
We have 680 acres.

What is your elevation?
Base elevation 9,200 feet. Top elevation 10,800 feet.

What type of runs do you have?
We have 20% Greens, 50% Blues, 30% Blacks.

What lift do I take to access the Terrain Parks?
Sundance

Where are the Terrain Parks?
Corkscrew trail; Bonanza trail and Foxtail trail

What are the hours of the Terrain Parks?
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

What features are in the Terrain Parks?
The Terrain Park features change from time to time, for a full list of the current features click here to go to the Terrain Park page.

What should I wear?
Warm layers with the outerwear being waterproof. Not only should your pants and jacket be waterproof but your mittens/gloves should be also. You need eye protection with either goggles or sunglasses and we recommend a helmet instead of a hat.

What is the RTD bus schedule?

Weekday Schedule
Leave Boulder Arrive Eldora Leave Eldora Arrive Boulder
6:48 a.m. 7:35 a.m. 7:38 a.m. 8:23 a.m.
8:10 a.m. 8:57 a.m. 9:07 a.m. 9:52 a.m.
10:10 a.m. 10:57 a.m. 11:07 a.m. 11:52 a.m.
12:10 p.m. 12:57 p.m. 1:07 p.m. 1:52 p.m.
2:10 p.m. 2:57 p.m. 3:17 p.m. 4:02 p.m.
3:40 p.m. 4:27 p.m. 4:37 p.m. 5:22 p.m.
4:40 p.m. 5:27 p.m. 5:37 p.m. 6:22 p.m.
Weekend/Holiday Schedule
Leave Boulder Arrive Eldora Leave Eldora Arrive Boulder
6:50 a.m. 7:37 a.m. 8:07 a.m. 8:52 a.m.
8:10 a.m. 8:57 a.m. 9:07 a.m. 9:52 a.m.
10:10 a.m. 10:57 a.m. 11:07 a.m. 11:52 a.m.
12:10 p.m. 12:57 p.m. 1:07 p.m. 1:52 p.m.
2:10 p.m. 2:57 p.m. 3:17 p.m. 4:02 p.m.
3:10 p.m. 3:57 p.m. 4:17 p.m. 5:02 p.m.
4:10 p.m. 4:57 p.m. 5:07 p.m. 5:52 p.m.

Or click here for more detailed directions.

What does the RTD bus cost? Where do I get it?
The RTD bus comes from the Boulder main station at 14th and Canyon. CU students/Eco pass holders ride FREE! Fare for Routes N & B is $4.00 one way. If you need to continue your trip on another route, please ask the driver for a transfer when you board. For further information, visit: www.RTD-Denver.com / call 303-299-6000

Where is the closest lodging to your resort?
The Lodge Best Western (Nederland) 303.258.9463
Sundance Motel (Nederland) 303.258.3797
Or click here for more lodging options.

Are dogs allowed at Eldora?
Dogs are not permitted at Eldora Mountain Resort.

Is there a sledding area at Eldora?
Eldora does not provide an area for sledding & snowplay.

When is your job fair?
Saturday, October 31st, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Indian Peaks Lodge, Eldora Mountain Resort.

What is a 5th grade passport? How do I get one?
The 5th grade passport is a program sponsored by Colorado Ski Country and the participating resorts. The program gives 5th graders 3 free lift tickets to each ski area. We participate in the program. Teachers will have the forms available for their students to take home.

Is there a lost and found at Eldora?
The Eldora Lost and Found office is located in the Season Pass office, downstairs in Timbers Lodge.  Please email lostandfound@eldora.com to inquire if your lost item has been found, and to arrange for pickup of the item.

what Is your lost and found policy?
Non valuables (less than a $100 value) will be kept in the Lost and Found office for 2 weeks.  After 2 weeks the item will be donated to a local non-profit charitable agency.
Valuables (more than a $100 value) will be kept in the Lost and Found office until May 1st of the current season.  After May 1st the item will be donated to a local non-profit charitable agency.

What is Eldora Mountain Sports?
Eldora Mountain Sports is our retail store in Boulder. Located at 2775 Canyon Blvd (28th & Canyon), it's a great place to purchase tickets; season passes and retail items on your way up to the resort.

How do I reach a specific department on your mountain?
Call Eldora Mountain Resort at 303-440-8700. When you hear the greeting, enter the number for the department you are trying to reach:
Accounts Payable: 282
Administrative Offices: 224
Food & Beverage: 272
Human Resources: 265  or hr@eldora.com
Marketing: 602
Nordic: 267  or nordic@eldora.com
Race: 237  or race@eldora.com
Tickets: 400
Groups: 256  or groupsales@eldora.com

What is EMSC and what is their contact information?
Eldora Mountain Ski & Snowboard Club (EMSC) is a competitive ski and snowboard racing program for kids ages 7-18 years. It is a not for profit club and is not directly affiliated with Eldora Mountain Resort.
Contact information: Phone: 303-447-8014; Fax: 303-448-9776; emsc@eldorarace.org; www.eldorarace.org

What is ESRP and what is their contact information?
Eldora Special Recreation Program (ESRP) offers unique skiing and recreation opportunities for physically and mentally challenged individuals. It is a not for profit organization, not affiliated with Eldora Mountain Resort.
Contact information: Phone: 303-442-0606, www.esrp.com