Top Ski Resorts Worldwide: 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards

Top Ski Resorts in the World – 2024 Rankings

Choosing the perfect ski resort for your next snowy getaway can be a challenging task. Factors such as accommodation options, fabulous après-ski spots, and reliable snow conditions must all be weighed. Whether you’re an experienced skier or just starting, the mountains offer stunning views, excellent piste conditions, and some of the finest terrains worldwide. The 2024 rankings highlight resorts that have become favorites over the years, as well as exciting new entries in California and Utah. No matter your preferences, you’re guaranteed to find your ideal skiing destination among these exceptional resorts.

The Best Ski Resorts in North America

  • 15. Big White, British Columbia, Canada. Score 83.33
  • 14. Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA. Score 84.17
  • 13. Beaver Creek, Colorado, USA. Score 86.19
  • 12. Snowmass, Colorado, USA. Score 86.67
  • 11. Deer Valley, Utah, USA. Score 88.57
  • 10. Park City Mountain, Utah, USA. Score 90.28
  • 9. Steamboat, Colorado, USA. Score 90.69
  • 8. Breckenridge, Colorado, USA. Score 90.82
  • 7. Mont-Tremblant, Québec, Canada. Score 91.67
  • 6. Heavenly Mountain Resort, California, USA. Score 91.96
  • 5. Sun Valley, Idaho, USA. Score 93.33
  • 4. Vail, Colorado, USA. Score 93.56
  • 3. Banff Sunshine, Alberta, Canada. Score 93.70
  • 2. Aspen Mountain, Colorado, USA. Score 93.89
  • 1. Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, Canada. Score 94

The Best Ski Resorts in Europe

  • 20. Les Arcs La Plagne, France. Score 85.56
  • 19. Avoriaz, France. Score 86.25
  • 18. Val Thorens, France. Score 86.97
  • 17. Obergurgl, Austria. Score 87.14
  • 16. Chamonix-Mont Blanc, France. Score 88.75
  • 15. Méribel, France. Score 89.49
  • 14. Tignes, France. Score 91.43
  • 13. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Score 91.67
  • 12. Megève, France. Score 91.76
  • 11. St. Anton, Austria. Score 92.00
  • 10. Verbier, Switzerland. Score 92.17
  • 9. Courchevel, France. Score 92.38
  • 8. Châtel, France. Score 93.05
  • 7. Ischgl, Austria. Score 93.75
  • 6. Cervinia, Italy. Score 93.94
  • 5. St. Moritz, Switzerland. Score 95.24
  • 4. Zermatt, Switzerland. Score 95.40
  • 3. Val d’Isère, France. Score 95.83
  • 2. Corvara – Alta Badia, Italy. Score 95.93
  • 1. Lech, Austria. Score 96.67
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