Wolf Creek Ski Area has announced the construction and installation of a new chairlift, The Tumbler, to Wolf Creek’s lift system.
The new chairlift is being built in response to a need for first-time skiers to have a relaxed learning environment. It seats four riders and is a fixed grip lift that is 900 feet in length. The Tumbler Lift will be adjacent to the Lynx Learning Center and parallel to the trail “Okey Dokey.”
The Tumbler is specifically beginner-friendly due to the design feature of having a maximum speed that is half the speed of a normal chairlift. In addition to a reduced speed, personnel operating the lift can control the lift remotely when outside of the terminal, adding a layered level of safety to the lift. Wolf Creek’s newest lift will not only have terrain designed for first-time skiers but will also have an emphasis on education and lift safety. Personnel operating the lift will be instructed to educate and help Tumbler riders. Educational signage will be a visual aid to guests and will help first- timers learn how to safely ride a chairlift via visual prompts from signs and helpful instruction from the staff.
The beginner lift ticket will now include the Tumbler Lift. By adding a third lift to the beginner lift ticket package, the Nova Lift and Lynx Learning Center will see a more familiar low-density skiing experience found around the rest of the mountain.
Other summer improvements for the upcoming season include the Powder Room which is now in a ready stage for season pass holders to rent out seasonal lockers for the upcoming season. Other skiing/riding guests can also rent out the VIP lockers on a weekly rate. Three shuttle buses have been added to Wolf Creek’s fleet of parking shuttles. Each shuttle is capable of carrying over 20 passengers. Snowmaking has been extended to the top of the newly completed Treasure Stoke Quad Chairlift. More information at WolfCreekSki.com.
