Family ski trip packing list
Ski trips are won or lost on warm hands and dry layers. These lists cover the gear kids actually need and the small things that keep everyone on the mountain.
Kristina's notes
- Pack a spare pair of mittens per child, because one pair will be soaked by noon.
- Merino base layers stay warm when damp and don't smell after day two.
- Rent skis and boots locally, but bring your own goggles and helmet liners.
Choose your destination
Mountains & SkiAspen & Vail
Ski school mornings and cozy après afternoons.
Mountains & SkiAspen in Summer
Wildflower hikes, Maroon Bells, and music under the tent.
Mountains & SkiBanff & Lake Louise
Turquoise glacier lakes, mountain gondolas, and easy summer hikes.
Mountains & SkiBig Sky Ski
Huge terrain, short lift lines, and Yellowstone nearby.
Mountains & SkiChamonix
Mont Blanc views, glacier trains, and a real mountain town.
Mountains & SkiCortina d'Ampezzo Ski
Dolomites peaks, Italian lunches, and a chic, walkable town.
Mountains & SkiCourchevel Ski
Ski-in, ski-out chalets in the vast Three Valleys of the French Alps.
Mountains & SkiKitzbühel Ski
A medieval Tyrolean town, cozy cafés, and the legendary Streif.
Mountains & SkiLake Tahoe
Big snow, blue water, and ski runs with lake views.
Mountains & SkiLech & Zürs Ski
Quiet Arlberg luxury, deep snow, and uncrowded slopes.
Mountains & SkiMegève Ski
A storybook French village with gentle slopes and Mont Blanc views.
Mountains & SkiMont-Tremblant Ski
A colorful pedestrian village and skiing with a French accent.
Mountains & SkiNiseko, Japan
Deep powder, steaming onsens, and ramen after ski school.
Mountains & SkiPark City & Deer Valley
Easy airport access, great ski school, and a cute Main Street.
Mountains & SkiSt. Anton Ski
Arlberg powder, a train-station village, and famous après-ski.
Mountains & SkiSt. Moritz Ski
Sunny Engadin slopes, a frozen lake, and classic alpine glamour.
Mountains & SkiStowe Ski
New England skiing, a classic village, and maple everything.
Mountains & SkiSun Valley Ski
Classic Idaho skiing, sunny days, and outdoor ice skating.
Mountains & SkiSwiss Alps in Summer
Lake swims, cogwheel trains, cowbells, and snow-capped summits.
Mountains & SkiTelluride Ski
A box canyon town, a free gondola, and uncrowded slopes.
Mountains & SkiThe Dolomites
Alpine meadows, cable cars, and pink peaks at sunset.
Mountains & SkiVal d'Isère Ski
High-altitude snow, a long season, and skiing linked to Tignes.
Mountains & SkiVerbier Ski
Big Swiss terrain, sunny terraces, and a lively alpine village.
Mountains & SkiWhistler
Two huge mountains and a walkable village made for ski families.
Mountains & SkiZermatt Ski
Car-free village, Matterhorn views, and skiing over to Italy.
Ski packing, answered
What should a family pack for a ski trip?
Pack a spare pair of mittens per child, because one pair will be soaked by noon. Merino base layers stay warm when damp and don't smell after day two. Rent skis and boots locally, but bring your own goggles and helmet liners.
How do I get a list for my exact trip?
Pick your destination below, then choose your month and your kids' ages. The list adjusts to the weather and what's happening that time of year.
New destination lists, seasonal tips, and the gear we're loving.
I'm Kristina, and planning family trips is what I do.
As a luxury travel advisor with KM Luxe Travel, I plan the hotels, the flow of the days, and the little details, often with perks like breakfast and upgrades when available.