It used to be that visiting a ski resort was the kind of thing you did only in the winter. And who could blame you for thinking that was still the case? Many ski destinations still don’t exactly scream summer vacation. But in recent years, some of North America’s most family-friendly ski resorts have upped their summer vacation game. In fact, there’s so much to do that it might be even more fun to visit during summer than it is during ski season.
With summer offerings that include everything from alpine coasters and high-flying zip lines to music festivals, fireworks and even giant water parks, the best summer ski resorts have everything you need for a fun family vacation − no skis required.