A visual representation illustrating the geographical distribution of winter recreational areas within a specific mountainous state. This resource displays the locations of various downhill skiing destinations, often including details such as elevation, acreage, and proximity to major transportation routes.
Such a cartographic tool offers several advantages to prospective skiers and snowboarders. It allows for efficient planning of trips, enabling users to compare the locations of different resorts in relation to their origin or desired destination. Furthermore, these displays frequently incorporate additional information, such as terrain difficulty, average snowfall, and available amenities, facilitating informed decision-making regarding resort selection. Historically, accessing this information required consulting paper atlases or contacting individual resorts; modern digital versions offer real-time updates and interactive features.