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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®, what sets Utah apart from other skiing locations is the easy access. Of Utah's 15 resorts, 10 are within an hour of Salt Lake City International Airport.

Utah's Easy Access Ski Resorts

Utah Ski Regions

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 AltaBrighton, Snowbird and other resorts along Utah’s metropolitan corridor will feature high elevations, evergreen forests, state-of-the-art resorts and lodges and a culture saturated with dedicated powderhounds.

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 the nearby ski basecamp towns of Logan or Garden City

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.

Where's the Best Skiing in Utah? How to Prepare for your Ski Trip

Learn To Ski

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. 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 perfect for the entire family to get some mountain time at their own pace.

Backcountry Skiing

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 is an excellent way to escape the crowds, but make sure you have the necessary safety gear and know the day’s avalanche forecast.

Backcountry Skiing 101

Utah's Ski Season

Utah’s opening and closing dates for ski season vary, but you can expect availability from late fall through late spring. Expect chilly winds, fresh snowfall and occasional sub-zero temperatures from November through January. For warm-weather skiing, plan your ski trip for the season's closing months or consider visiting one of the southern resorts. Some Utah resorts are known to run 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.

Current Snow Conditions Best Time to Ski in Utah

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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

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Night Skiing & Riding

Is a full day of skiing simply not enough? Night skiing is offered after-hours at some ski resorts in Utah. Get great deals on lift tickets, avoid the crowds and see your favorite resorts in a new light. Make sure to check for weather updates and resort updates before you go.

  • Brighton - 3 lifts, 1 main terrain park and 200 skiable acres are open for night skiing
  • Brian Head - 1 lift runs until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays for Southern Utah skiers
  • Nordic Valley - Great ticket and rental deals for night skiers throughout the week

Night Skiing

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 - 6 terrain parks are regularly redesigned all winter long, and are great for all ability levels.
  • Park City - 6 terrain parks, 1 half pipe and a mini pipe. Excellent terrain for everybody, whether it’s your first park lap or you’re a seasoned pro.
  • Powder Mountain - Home to Utah’s only public boardercross course, along with a handful of terrain parks and a halfpipe.
  • Solitude - 2 of the newest terrain parks in Utah.
  • Woodward Park City - The nation’s first all-inclusive action sports and ski resort, with three terrain venues for learning, experiential and performance.

Terrain Parks

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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.

Community, Kid-Friendly, Non-ski Winter Activities, Ski and Snowboard, Urban Experiences

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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 that contain 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.

Non-ski Winter Activities, Ski and Snowboard

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4 Days

Weekender Ski Park City

So you've made the decision to ski 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.

Non-ski Winter Activities, Olympics, Ski and Snowboard, Solitude, Urban Experiences

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