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Skiing In Utah
You're here to ski. You've come to the right place. Aside from having The Greatest Snow on Earth® and vibrant ski towns (après ski, anyone?), the easy access is what sets Utah apart from other skiing locations. Of Utah's 15 resorts, 10 are within an hour of Salt Lake City International Airport.
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Plan Your Utah Ski Trip
Utah's easy access to The Greatest Snow on Earth® allows for more time on the mountain and easier planning.
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Ski & Snowboard FAQs
Are you planning your cold-weather vacation to Utah? Find winter travel tips on highway safety, liquor law information skiing and snowboarding gear.
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Ski Rentals in Utah
Need ski or snowboard gear? These go-to ski rental shops in Salt Lake City, Park City and Ogden outfit skiers and boarders for the perfect day on Utah's snow.
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10 Places to Honor Women's History on Your Trip to Utah
Written By Lindy Blanchette
Notable places you can visit where women have shaped history
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24 Hours in Cedar City
Written By Sarah Braun
A unique small town, Cedar City is a perfect place to stop on your journey to natural wonders such as Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park.
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A Matter of Geological Consent
Written By Darby Doyle
7 minute read
A billion years of geological history surrounds Salt Lake City, where a modern landscape reflects ancient constraints.
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Art Deco in Motion: Ogden’s Creative Remodel
Written By Maria Milligan
6 minute read
Visitors looking for Art Deco architecture and art often travel to New York, Chicago or Los Angeles. But the Intermountain West has preserved what may be Art Deco’s best-hidden gem: Ogden, Utah.
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Discover an Outdoor Stage in Utah's Canyon of the Gods
Written By Katya Wagstaff
5 minute read
Tuacahn Amphitheatre enhances its productions with natural red rock landscapes
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High Art & Hometown Americana
Written By Kristen Pope
There’s no shortage of fun things to do in Logan, Utah. From theatre to arts and crafts to unique dining, we have your Logan guide. Check it out!
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Kayenta Art Village
Like a Marfa, Texas, or Paonia, Colorado, Kayenta is often regarded as an artist colony. Kayenta's Coyote Gulch Art Village is a hub of cultural and social activity for locals and visitors alike.
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Legacy and Craft
Written By Austen Diamond
4 minute read
Three of Glen Thompson’s custom leather horse saddles are fitting examples of craftsmanship and a Utah folk art tradition. See more at the Chase Home Museum.
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Movies Filmed in Utah: Plotting a Cinematic Drive-Through
Written By Andrea David
Follow a Germany-based film enthusiast on an extended road trip to discover the rich history of Utah cinematography.
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Music of the Cottonwoods
Written By Visit Utah
Discover the sound of two iconic Utah bands — Talia Keys and the Love and Pixie and the Partygrass Boys — whose music is inspired by their love of life and nature.
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Salt Lake City’s Must-See Street Art
Written By Sara Hobbs
4 minute read
Salt Lake City, Utah has more than 80 murals and art installations to discover. Come and see how these urban street artists showcase their own flavor and perspective.
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Serenity Found in Torrey and Capitol Reef’s Cathedral Valley District
Written By Melissa Fields
5 minute read
Taking Southern Utah’s remote, less-traveled path in Capitol Reef's Cathedral Valley District to nurture your body, mind and spirit.
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Short List: Local Salt Lake City Nightlife Picks
Make the most of winter's shortened daylight by extending your Utah ski trip into the night. Sure, some resorts offer incredible night skiing — so, okay, after that — but then the night really gets going in downtown Ski City.
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Sundance: The Story is Utah
Written By Paula Colman
For Sundance audiences and filmmakers, the Story is Utah, one with many visions and interpretations and where revolutions are encouraged.
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The Art of Supporting Utah Artists
Written By Lindy Blanchette
5 minute read
Here’s a look at six local artists whose work draws upon Utah’s diverse environments as inspiration.
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The Legendary Joe McQueen: Utah's Original Jazz
Written By Visit Utah
6 minute read
Legendary saxophonist Joe McQueen came to the city of Ogden , Utah, in 1945 for a two-week gig and he never left. For decades he was the musical godfather of Ogden's lively 25th Street.
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The Navajo Basketmakers
Written By Andrew Dash Gillman
Meet the Navajo artists behind this labor intensive and traditional practice.
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The Salt of Sound: Live Music in Salt Lake City
Written By Visit Utah
8 minute read
Check out the live music scene while visiting Utah. Salt Lake City’s numerous music venues offer something for every music lover. Watch Salt of Sound for a taste.
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The Spiral Jetty, Utah’s Most Iconic Land Art Sculpture, Keeps Drawing a Crowd
Written By Elaine Jarvik
7 minute read
In April 1970, it took six days, 625 man-hours, 292 truck-hours, $9,000, and 6,500 tons of basalt, limestone and mud for Robert Smithson to construct the Spiral Jetty. His work still stands today. Visit and be inspired by this iconic piece of Utah's land art.
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Utah Female Artists Explore the Sublime Through Art
Written By Ashley Mae Hoiland
10 minute read
See how Utah women artists are creatively interpreting a dramatic landscape into art.
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Utah’s Unexpected Pit Stops
Written By Melissa McGibbon
5 minute read
You’re doing it wrong if you think road trip pit stops are boring layovers on your way to more exciting destinations. How many of these hidden gems have you been to? Here are 11 mini-adventures to check off your list next time you’re road-tripping through Utah.
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Utah’s Women Make History
Written By Darby Doyle
5 minute read
Walk in the footsteps of Utah’s earliest women’s suffrage leaders at sites throughout downtown Salt Lake City. Along the way, view public art installations commemorating voting rights and stop at trail-adjacent local women-owned businesses.
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V Is for Variety
Written By Austen Diamond
4 minute read
Gary Vlasic, Salt Lake City’s premier event designer, creates spellbinding experiential design in a city that offers unparalleled freedom and space.
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Where to See Women's Art in Utah
Written By Ashley Mae Hoiland
4 minute read
There’s no shortage of art galleries in Salt Lake City and across Utah's Wasatch Front. Beyond the major metropolitan areas, there are also small artist communities across the state where artists seeking a slower pace have flocked for decades. Here are a few recommendations for where you can experience art in Utah.
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Winging It
Written By Steve Gooch
7 minute read
There’s no better place to go birding in Utah than the Bear River Migratory Refuge. Learn more and start planning the ultimate nature getaway!
Utah Ski Regions & Ski Towns
The Wasatch
Home to The Greatest Snow on Earth, you can’t go wrong visiting any of the Salt Lake area’s world-class resorts. Skiing at the resorts along Utah’s metropolitan corridor will feature high elevations, evergreen forests, cozy lodges and a culture saturated with dedicated powderhounds. Stay on-mountain or in nearby Wasatch ski towns of Salt Lake City, Ogden or Park City.
Northern Utah
For skiers looking to avoid the crowds, find a more affordable lift ticket and enjoy small-town charm, the northern resorts are tough to beat. Visit Cherry Peak or Beaver Mountain for a family-friendly (and budget-friendly) ski vacation. You can extend the fun by staying in Logan or Garden City, nearby ski basecamp towns.
Southern Utah
Southern Utah’s ski resorts feature miles of fresh powder among unique red rock scenery. The small crowds and family-friendly slopes make Brian Head and Eagle Point excellent ski trip destinations. After skiing or riding, stay at the basecamp towns of Brian Head or Cedar City to enjoy more gorgeous red rock scenery.
Learn To Ski or Level up Your Skills
Even if you’ve got a few seasons of experience, we can all afford to brush up on our fundamentals. Every resort offers skiing lessons for all ages and levels — beginner to expert. Private adult ski lessons are an excellent way to acclimate to Utah’s terrain. Plus, if you feel confident in your ability level, signing the kids up for ski school is a great way for everyone to get some mountain time at their own pace.
Ski the Backcountry (Expert Skiers Only)
Utah’s resorts occupy only a fraction of the state’s skiable terrain. Each year, thousands of early risers seek out first tracks on the miles and miles of rideable acreage beyond Utah’s resort boundaries. Backcountry skiing can be a fun way to escape the crowds, but make sure you have the necessary safety gear and know the day’s avalanche forecast. Better yet, go with a backcountry ski guide to get the most out of your adventure.
Utah's Ski Season
Utah’s opening and closing dates for the ski season vary, but typically range from late fall through spring. Expect chilly winds, fresh snowfall and occasional sub-zero temperatures from November through January. For warm-weather skiing, plan your trip for the season's later months or consider visiting one of the southern resorts. Some Utah resorts (Snowbird) are known to remain open through the Fourth of July.
Once you're here, check the local weather and traffic conditions daily before heading up the canyons to avoid road or resort closures.

8 Elevated Ski Experiences That are Uniquely Utah
Written By Matador
3 minute read
If you dream of the possibility of hitting six resorts in one day or carving your own lines from snow-covered summits served by helicopters, then this listicle is made for you.
Hiking, Skiing, Ski Resorts, Southwestern
Night Skiing & Riding
Need more than a full day of skiing or just want to avoid crowds? Night skiing is offered after-hours at some ski resorts in Utah. Get great deals on lift tickets and see your favorite resorts in a new light. Make sure to check for weather updates and resort updates before you go.
- Brighton - Four lifts, one main terrain park and 200 skiable acres are open for night skiing Monday to Saturday
- Brian Head - One lift runs until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays for Southern Utah skiers
- Cherry Peak - All four lifts supply the most vert for night skiers Monday to Saturday
- Sundance - Opens most of its front mountain, plus its terrain park 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Powder Mountain - The evening crowd runs laps on one lift from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week
- Woodward Park City - Open daily until 7 p.m., freestylers from beginner to advanced can enjoy pipes, rails and jumps
Terrain Parks
In 2002, when Utah was the host of the Winter Olympics, many ski and snowboard resorts constructed world-class terrain parks and features for athletes to train and compete on. If park riding is your idea of a perfect day on the slopes (and why shouldn’t it be?), these are the resorts for you.
- Brighton - Six terrain parks are regularly redesigned all winter long, and are great for all ability levels
- Park City Mountain - Six terrain parks, one halfpipe and a mini pipe. Excellent terrain for everybody, whether it’s your first park lap or you’re a seasoned pro
- Powder Mountain - Two terrain parks, one with a halfpipe and boardercross course, return to Powder after hiatus
- Solitude - One beginner terrain park runs along the Main Street run
- Woodward Park City - Utah's first all-in-one action sports mountain center, with three terrain venues for learning, experiential and performance
- Snowbasin - Three terrain parks offer easy progression designated as small and medium
- Brian Head - Color-themed park with 20+ features for beginner and intermediate
Know the Skier and Snowboarder Responsibility Code
- Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
- People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
- Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
- Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
- You must prevent runaway equipment.
- Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
- Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
- You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
- Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.
More Winter Experiences
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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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Cross Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing Utah is awesome! Find popular Nordic trailheads in the north, high altitude serenity in central Utah and miles of regularly groomed trails in the south.
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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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Heli Ski & Snowboarding
Utah heli skiing and snowboarding are perfect for those who want to ride some of the best backcountry in the world. Find your next ride here.
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Winter Hiking
You might think the cold is unavoidable and the terrain impassable during the winter months, but if you can surpass these doubts you might just be rewarded with your best hike of the year.
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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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4 Days
Ski City Downhill + Downtown
Big city amenities support 10 different resorts within an hour of SLC International, which means the best in downhill meets the best in downtown.
Kid-Friendly, Ski and Snowboard, Community, Non-ski Winter Activities, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Craft coffee, dining and spirits
- Alta Ski Area or Snowbird Ski Resort
- Solitude Mountain Resort or Brighton Ski Resort
- Performing arts, après-ski and live music

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5 Days
Ski Southern Utah: High Alpine Trails + Red Rock Wonder
Southern Utah is home to two high-elevation ski areas with generous helpings of what we call (with authority) The Greatest Snow on Earth®. Things can be a little quieter down here this time of year. Give yourself at least five days to combine the thrills of Southern Utah skiing and boarding with exploring the wintertime wonders to be found in Utah’s red rock country.
Ski and Snowboard, Non-ski Winter Activities
Highlights
- Brian Head Resort
- Eagle Point Resort
- Cedar Breaks National Monument
- Southern Utah Ski Vacation
- Winter Hiking in Southern Utah

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Weekender Ski Park City
So you've decided to ski in Park City for a weekend. That decision alone will be rewarded with three resorts that eclipse over 9,000 acres of Utah's renowned skiing and riding.
Ski and Snowboard, Solitude, Non-ski Winter Activities, Olympics, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Ski City Urban Lifestyle
- Park City Mountain
- Deer Valley Resort
- Park City Experiences