Nothing quite hits the spot like a burger after a big day on the slopes. Ticking all the right boxes for hungry skiers and snowboarders, the hearty American treat is easily one of the most popular après-ski eats. To help you take a bite of the best, we comprised a list of the top ski-town burgers.

Featuring house-made sauce and fresh, made-to-order patties, the Legendary Splitz Burger is an incredible reward after a day of conquering Whistler Blackcomb’s massive terrain. | Photo: Splitz Grill
Five Guys Burgers and Fries in Midvale, Utah is within easy striking distance from the Big and Little Cottonwood resorts. | Photo: Five Guys Burgers and Fries
The Balboa Burger at Plumpjack Cafe in Squaw Valley is a gourmet, apres-ski treat. | Photo: Plumpjack Cafe
Bedecked in an incredible amount of toppings, including smoked brisket and bacon and anything else you’d like to add, Tom’s Everything Burger will please topping fans. | Photo: Tom’s Tavern
Come with an appetite to Fatburger, located at Harrah’s in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada. | Photo: Fatburger
The Ajax Double Cheeseburger is an Aspen apres classic, especially with a side of truffle fries. | Photo: Jason Dewey/The Little Nell
Featuring high-quality ingredients and simple American goodness, Larkburger will please foodies and kids alike. | Photo: Larkburger

Balboa Burger at Plumpjack Café

Squaw Valley, California
A classic recipe with gourmet ingredients, Plumpjack Café’s Balboa Burger features topnotch California Wagyu beef on a brioche bun with a side of garlic fries.

The Legendary Splitz Burger at Splitz Grill

Whistler, British Columbia
Lauded as Canada’s “Best Burger,” the Legendary Splitz Burger and a beer is a godsend after a day exploring Whistler Blackcomb’s massive terrain. Be sure to order with the special house-made sauce—a garlic mayo.

The Cheeseburger at Five Guys Burgers and Fries

Midvale, Utah
Located on Fort Union Boulevard within easy striking distance for skiers driving to and from downtown Salt Lake City and the Little or Big Cottonwood Canyon resorts, i.e. Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude, Five Guys Burgers and Fries serves up fresh, tasty Americana.

The Larkburger at Larkburger

Edwards, Colorado
This popular Colorado chain originated in the Vail Valley and serves up gourmet, cooked-to-order Black Angus burgers, shakes and “elevated” sides like truffle fries.

Ajax Double Cheeseburger at Ajax Tavern

Aspen, Colorado
A longtime Aspen favorite, the Ajax Double Cheeseburger comes with two slices of American cheese and dollop of their yummy onion aioli. Substitute frites for Ajax Truffle Fries, sprinkled with grano padano and parsley.

Cheeseburger at Fatburger

South Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Situated in Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Fatburger is a classic South Lake Tahoe dining experience. Fatburger serves up cooked-to-order, homemade-style hamburgers made of fresh lean beef with sides including homemade onion rings, two kinds of French fries and milkshakes made with real hand-scooped ice cream.

The C.V. Burger at Bistro C.V.

Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Made of locally sourced, purebred Wagyu, the C.V. Burger is made of uncompromising quality. Seasoned simply with shallots and herbs, the foodie-appeasing patty is escorted by romaine, sliced tomato, pickled red onions and garlic aioli on a fluffy bun and a side of potato purée.

Definitive Burger at Bully Ranch Restaurant

Vail, Colorado
The Sonnenalp Hotel’s Bully Ranch Restaurant is renowned for its burgers, but the true standout is Definitive, literally. The Definitive Burger lives up to its name. Topped with candied bacon, crispy onions and blue-cheese butter, this burger is like nothing you’ve ever tasted.

Tom’s Everything Burger at Tom’s Loft Tavern

Okemo, Vermont
If you’re a fan of toppings, don’t miss Tom’s Everything Burger. The eight-ounce beef patty is saddled with cheddar cheese, smoked brisket, more cheese, smoked apple bacon, more cheese, pulled pork and onion rings. You’re going to need a nap afterwards.

Triple Trouble at Black Mountain Burger

Loon, New Hampshire
According to locals, Black Mountain Burger should really be called Hamburger Heaven. No burger is more than $9.50 and you have an assortment of delicious toppings. The most lauded combination is the Triple Trouble, which features sweet banana peppers, barbecue sauce and bacon.

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