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Snowboarding · Gunnison, CO

Monarch Mountain Snowboarding

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Live · nearest station Gunnison, 32 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:06 pm.

62°

Smoky

Feels like 62°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

5.7 moderate

Sun window

6:14 am to 8:06 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

10,817ft

Season

Nov - Apr

About

Monarch Mountain Snowboarding is a moderate difficulty snowboarding destination located in Gunnison, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The resort sits at an elevation of 10,817 feet within the San Isabel and Gunnison National Forests. The operational season runs from November through April, providing a typical eight-hour window for snowboarding activities. Access is straightforward via US Highway 50, with the mountain positioned near the summit of Monarch Pass. The site offers on-site parking and restrooms for visitors. While located in Southern Colorado near Salida, it serves as a key snowboarding spot for the Gunnison area. The terrain includes a mix of groomed runs and more challenging slopes, catering to a moderate skill level. The resort operates under a special use permit from the US Forest Service.

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Steepest

High point

10,817 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Waypoints

1Base Area Parking10,814 ft

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Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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