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Updated: 6:44 AM Feb 22, 2008
A Ski Resort On Pikes Peak?
Could Pike's Peak be the next ski resort? If one local man's 50 year long dream comes true, it will.
Posted: 11:27 AM Feb 21, 2008Reporter: Lauri Martin Email Address: lmartin@kktv11news.com |
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Could Pike's Peak be the next ski resort? If one local man's 50 year long dream comes true, it will.
There are still a lot of details to be worked out. First, the land owner, Harvey Carter, has to sell his property to a developer. He owns 320 acres on the west side of Pikes Peak.
"I already have 6 ski trails cut," Carter said. He’s turned some of his property into his own ski mountain. He hopes of growing it into a resort.
“I learned to ski on Pikes Peak," said Carter. From 1939-1984, the north side of the mountain had a few ski runs, but trail maintenance was costly and snow was sparse at times.
The west side apparently gets more snow, about 10-12 feet of fresh powder every year.
A one lane dirt road makes getting to the proposed resort is difficult. The U.S. Forest Service said if the idea is approved, they'll have to widen it.
"I think it’ll be great to have in our backyard,” Jim Rhea said. He runs a ranch nearby. He said he wouldn't mind the added traffic heading to the slopes.
“I think it’s great for the community. We won't have to commute."
Teller County Commissioners also have to give the thumb’s up before any kind of building can start.
Latest Comments
I cant wait for a ski resort close by!!
This is the kind of development that would actualy create value in the Pikes Peak region - as opposed to McSprawling our way to the Kansas border. Mr. Carter is a legend and pioneer. I remember finding old 2x4s with ancient hemp rope dangling in various cracks in the Crags back in the 80's. Man, what cajones! Charlie Mike, Mr. Carter - Continue Mission!
Bring it on all of us would love to share the mountain with Carter
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