{"id":5002,"date":"2023-10-23T17:53:23","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T17:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mer.tours\/the-12-best-family-ski-resorts\/"},"modified":"2023-10-23T17:53:23","modified_gmt":"2023-10-23T17:53:23","slug":"the-12-best-family-ski-resorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/the-12-best-family-ski-resorts\/","title":{"rendered":"The 12 best family ski resorts"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Whether your child is a snowboarding teen used to shredding powder or a newbie headed to ski school<\/a> for the very first time, many mountain resorts across the U.S. are perfect for a family ski trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Skiing can be a terrific family activity in winter<\/a>, as the apr\u00e8s-ski scene provides just as much fun as time spent on the slopes. Many resorts offer alternative snow-related activities<\/a> \u2014 such as tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing and even sleigh rides \u2014 so the whole family can enjoy the mountain experience.<\/p>\n

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The best ski resorts for families are usually the ones that offer on- and near-mountain lodging, ski schools with a variety of programs, beginner- and intermediate-friendly terrain and some quality non-ski activities, too.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that ski and snowboard lessons can book up well in advance, so if ski school \u2014 or even on-mountain child care \u2014 is a must-have for your vacation, double-check the options to ensure they fit your ski vacation goals.<\/p>\n

Once you decide on the best resort for your family, price out lift tickets and pass options ahead of time. You may be surprised at how much more affordable it is to buy ski passes<\/a> in advance rather than purchase individual lift tickets \u2014 even if you are only skiing for a day or two.<\/p>\n

Some mountains also offer kids-ski-free programs<\/a>, which can help keep the trip cost down. Additionally, many ski resorts have capacity limits, so you’ll want to make sure you purchase your tickets prior to arriving (or make advance reservations at select mountains).<\/p>\n

With all these nuances in mind, here are some of our favorite ski resorts for the whole family.<\/p>\n

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