THE US MOUNTAINS DESTINATIONS


mountains Moving F


rom the colourful peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the icy


heights of Alaska, the marbled landscapes of Arizona to the snowy slopes of Utah, the US is something of a dream for active types wanting to clamber above the clouds.


But with such a vast offering to choose from, how do you know where to start when it comes to booking the right break? We’ve put together a guide to some of the most spectacular mountain ranges across the country, with product to suit every


penchant – from hiking around iconic Yosemite to rafting in the shadow of the immense Denali.


◗ ROCKY MOUNTAINS Few sights can make your jaw drop so quickly as Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park, scattered with aspen trees glowing orange-gold, and jagged peaks jutting up like iced cakes. At its heart, of course, is Aspen, a cluster of four ski resorts offering world-class slopes which played host to the World Cup skiing finals last year.


It’s not just about classic skiing


Few sights can make your jaw drop so quickly as Rocky Mountain National Park


here though; Carrier gives visitors the chance to ride a snowcat down the resort’s slopes at sunset on its Groom the Mountain experience (exclusive to guests staying at five-star The Little Nell), while Ski Safari has introduced a 10-night Colorado Cat-Ski adventure, taking advanced skiers off-piste in Powder Cat vehicles to glide down untouched snow. The latter includes five nights in Aspen Snowmass and five at the nearby resort of Steamboat, with prices from £3,995 per person,


Clients looking for a mountain getaway? The US has it covered, writes Laura French


@laurafrench121


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