Silver Mountain Resort is ... In the winter ride 77 trails, two peaks, 2,200 feet of vert and the region's longest snow tubing lanes. In the summer, you can enjoy scenic gondola rides, golfing ...

other than the Excaliber Gondola. Jeff Colburn, general manager of Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg, Idaho, said a lift tower at his resort was similarly damaged by ice in December 2006.

Even though the prices are high, travelers agree that a ride on the Silver Queen Gondola is a must for visitors to Aspen, citing the fantastic views and the enjoyable journey up the mountain.