Vail: 2,475–3,527 m elevation, location and key facts

Vail sits in Colorado, the United States, between 2475–3527 m of altitude.

Resort facts

  • Where it is: Colorado
  • Base elevation: 2,475 m
  • Top elevation: 3,527 m
  • Skiable vertical: 1,052 m
  • Skiable terrain: 5,317 acres
  • Runs: 278
  • Lifts: 32
  • Terrain breakdown: 18 % beginner · 29 % intermediate · 53 % advanced

Vail's location and altitude

Vail's base sits at 2475 m and the top at 3527 m — a 1052 m vertical drop. It's within Colorado, in the United States.

Resorts near Vail

Near Vail you can also ski at: Beaver Creek.

Ski rental in Vail from €22 per day, booked in advance and picked up in the shop.

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Frequently asked questions about Vail

How high up is Vail?

Between 2475–3527 m, with a 1052 m skiable vertical.

What's the highest point of Vail called?

Vail's highest point sits at 3527 m — check the piste map for the name of each peak and lift.