Why Ski Utah?
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The Greatest Snow on Earth®
Utah's unique geography and climate create the legendary deep-powder snow that skiers and snowboarders dream about. This isn't just local hype — readers of publications like SKI Magazine and Forbes consistently rank Utah's resorts at the top.
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Easy Access
Ten of Utah's fifteen resorts are within an hour of SLC International Airport. Park City and Salt Lake City resorts are about 45 minutes away, while Ogden-area resorts are about an hour.
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Diverse Terrain
Utah's resorts offer a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels, from gentle beginner runs for little ones to challenging terrain for advanced skiers and riders.
"If you want to hop off a plane and onto a run. The choice of 15 resorts—at your ski tips. And, city nights, just as world-class. We can relate. You might be a Utah person."
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Explore Utah's Ski Resorts
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Alta Ski Area
Nestled near the top of one of Utah's best canyons, Alta is a storied paradise for skiers. Even riders leave their boards at home for a chance at the 2,600+ acres of Alta's renowned slopes featuring 118 runs.
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Beaver Mountain Resort
Beaver Mountain Resort sits in the northeast corner of Utah with 828 acres of prime mountain terrain. This is a great ski resort near Logan, Utah and Idaho.
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Brian Head Resort
Surrounded by contrasting evergreen spruce and aspen, Brian Head Resort boasts the highest base among Utah's resorts, and is the only ski and snowboard resort to showcase snow-dusted red rock hoodoos from the nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument.
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Brighton Ski Resort
Located at the very top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Brighton averages over 500 inches of snow a winter. The resorts well-balanced 1,000+ acres features 66 runs, three terrain parks and 1,875 feet of vert, all accessible from five high-speed quads.
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Cherry Peak
Cherry Peak is located just 15 miles from Logan, near the Idaho border. The family-owned, nearly 400-acre resort, features three triple chairlifts, a comprehensive snowmaking infrastructure and a 1.25 mile-long run.
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Deer Valley Resort
Deer Valley Ski Resort is a skier’s paradise with superb guest services, luxury amenities and impeccable trail systems. Come winter or summer, slopeside fun abounds.
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Eagle Point
Escape the crowds and enjoy an intimate, family-friendly skiing experience on Utah’s third-highest mountain range at Eagle Point Resort in Beaver, Utah.
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Nordic Valley
Discover what Nordic Valley, the budget-friendly ski resort near Odgen, has to offer. The valley feels wonderfully secluded and offers the best of The Greatest Snow on Earth® at a budget-friendly price.
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Park City Mountain
Park City Mountain is one of Utah’s world-class ski resorts, with over 7,300 acres of winter fun and countless things to do off the slopes.
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Powder Mountain
Powder Mountain superlatives include "terrain for days," "massive," "super fun" and "more than 500 annual inches of snow." Powder Mountain is located about 60 miles north of Salt Lake City International Airport.
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Snowbasin
Boasting world-class snow, lifts, dining and more, Snowbasin is just under an hour from SLC International Airport and 30 minutes from the vibrant city of Ogden.
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Snowbird Ski Resort
Snowbird boasts the longest ski season in Utah, often opening before Thanksgiving and staying open through Memorial Day. The resort's generous season means more time on its award-winning terrain, which includes 140 runs spread across 2,500 acres and 3,240 vertical feet.
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Solitude Mountain Resort
They say Solitude isn't just a name, it's a promise. It's crazy to think that peaceful seclusion is possible, with 1,200+ skiable acres, 82 runs, 2,494 feet of vert and the canyon's average 500 annual inches of snow. Nevertheless, solitude is very much a reality.
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Sundance Mountain Resort
Rustic, elegant and handmade are some of the words that capture the feeling of Sundance Mountain Resort. This log cabin-esque skiing resort that Robert Redford built is only an hour from Salt Lake International Airport.
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Woodward Park City
Woodward Park City is Utah's first all-in-one action sports mountain center, just 25 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City.
Essential Planning Tips
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Best Time To Ski in Utah
The season generally runs from November to April. For early season deals and a chance to escape the holiday crowds, visit in November and early December. The snowpack is still building, but early storms can offer great skiing. The period from late December through February is considered peak season. If you want to ski without the crowds and with warmer temperatures, spring skiing late March to April is ideal.
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Choosing a Ski Resort
Advanced and expert skiers will find a challenge at resorts famous for their deep powder and steep terrain, such as Alta and Snowbird, which are often combined with a single lift ticket. For those who want extensive terrain, Deer Valley, Park City Mountain and Powder Mountain offer a vast network of runs for all abilities, while Solitude lives up to its name with a quieter, less-crowded experience.
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How to Get to the Resorts
Once you're here, you can take advantage of the TRAX light rail, UTA ski buses and taxi services to get between the city and the resorts without a vehicle. If you do drive, be prepared for snowy conditions. Traction devices (snow tires or chains) are required in canyons during severe winter weather and all-wheel drive is recommended.
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Where to Stay
Do you want the convenience of staying slopeside, or do you prefer access to the cultural amenities and nightlife of cities like Salt Lake City, Ogden or Park City? Slopeside will maximize your time on the snow, with a ski-in/ski-out experience. Alternatively, staying in a nearby city provides access to a vibrant culinary and cultural scene, including world-class performing arts, dining and shopping.
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Book in Advance
Be sure to secure all your reservations for lift passes, lodging and resort parking ahead of time, especially if you'll be traveling on weekends and holidays.
Snow Report
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Alta Ski Area
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 54″
Open Runs: 0/118
Opening: 11/21/2025
Closing: TBD
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Beaver Mountain
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 92″
Open Runs: 0/48
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Brian Head Ski Resort
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 34″
Open Runs: 0/72
Opening: 11/07/2025
Closing: 05/10/2026
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Brighton
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 67″
Open Runs: 0/77
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Cherry Peak
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 40″
Open Runs: 0/38
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Deer Valley Resort
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 60″
Open Runs: 0/123
Opening: 12/01/2025
Closing: TBD
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Eagle Point
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 54″
Open Runs: 0/42
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Nordic Valley
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 0″
Open Runs: 0/42
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Park City Mountain
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 81″
Open Runs: 57/350
Opening: 11/21/2025
Closing: TBD
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Powder Mountain
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 56″
Open Runs: 0/164
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Snowbasin Resort
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 92″
Open Runs: 0/115
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Snowbird
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 67″
Open Runs: 60/149
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Solitude Mountain Resort
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 45″
Open Runs: 0/82
Opening: 11/14/2025
Closing: TBD
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Sundance Mountain Resort
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 58″
Open Runs: 0/72
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Woodward Park City
New Snow: 0″
Base Depth: 35″
Open Runs: 0/11
Opening: TBD
Closing: TBD
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Your Ikon Ski Trip Made Easy
Your Salt Lake City plane ticket is booked. Here’s a 6-day itinerary for making the most of your multi-pass.
Highlights
- Snowbasin Resort
- Solitude Mountain Resort
- Brighton Resort
- Deer Valley Resort
- Snowbird
- Alta Ski Area
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Alpine, Après and Arches
Timed perfectly for winter, this journey takes you to some of the finest mountain resorts in the world, then to the most spectacular vistas of the scarlet-hued desert.
Highlights
- Ski Northern Utah
- Explore Southern Utah in Winter
- Alpine Mountains to Red Rock Expanses
- Ski Boots to Hiking Boots
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Movie Magic on Utah's Slopes
Plan a ski trip inspired by iconic movie scenes filmed in Utah.
Fun Beyond the Slopes
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Utah Olympic Park
The Olympic spirit is alive and well at Utah’s Olympic Park. Relive the 2002 Winter Olympic Games and experience the thrill firsthand on the bobsled track, zipline and museums.
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Snowshoeing
There’s a sense of excitement that comes with breaking trail across an untouched stretch of Utah’s famous powdery snow.
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Hot Air Ballooning
Experience the magic of hot air balloon festivals and rides in Utah.
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Fat Tire Biking
Fat tire biking has become the latest rage among cycling enthusiasts and newbies. Find out tips for riding and the best places to explore in Utah.
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Food & Nightlife
Looking for the trendiest restaurants and hottest clubs in Utah? We’ll be your guide. Search our database of hotspots around the state and plan your night out now.
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Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding
Thousands of people each day enjoy Utah's famous backcountry — the areas outside of ski area boundaries.
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Snow Tubing & Sledding
The classic, winter tradition of finding the perfect hill from which to launch a tube or sled is alive and well in Utah. Whether you’re looking for commercial parks with structured lanes or a local hill and your own thermos of hot cocoa, we’ve got it all.
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Kite Skiing
Kite skiing (snow kiting) is attracting freestyle adventure seekers to Utah. Learn about the cool places to kite ski in Utah, grab your equipment and go!
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Paragliding & Hang Gliding
For more than 100 years, Utah’s mountains Have been calling pilots. Now the state’s innovative flight park offers skiers a chance for a winter thrill while giving your legs a break on a ski vacation.
