Bogus Basin may not get the snow accumulation it once did (thanks, climate change), but it does have the support of a community willing to do whatever it takes. Bogus has a rosy future, with plans for expanded summer operations (ziplines, perhaps?) and improvements to the ski area (hello, snowmakers!) so, snow or no, Bogus Basin will always be our favorite backyard play area. bogusbasin.org

2nd Place: Brundage Mountain Resort, brundage.com

3rd Place: Tamarack Resort, tamarackidaho.com