Utah Ski Guide: Lodging, Mountains, and Resources
With an average annual snowfall of about 500 inches statewide, Utah produces some of the world’s lightest and driest powder. It is, consequently, home to some of the world’s greatest ski resorts. 11 resorts are located within one hours of Salt Lake City’s airport, so getting there is easy. The lodging at each of the resorts is plentiful and also rivals some of the best ski lodges in the world. From world class dining to an easy place to crash after a long day on the slopes, Utah has it.
1. Park City Mountain Resort
1310 Lowell Avenue
Park City, UT 84060
(435) 649-8111
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season: Call for Pricing
Park City Mountain Resort is one of the most popular and respected ski resorts in the nation. It was home to the US Winter Olympics in 2002 and regularly trains the US Ski Team on slalom and giant slalom runs. In addition to 108 trails, there are four terrain parks and an Olympic sized half-pipe for snowboarders. The mountain has an average annual snowfall of 360 inches, ensuring local ski bums and vacationers the most optimal conditions.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 6,900 feet
Summit Elevation: 10,000 feet
Total Skiable Acres: 3,300
Trails: 108
Longest Trail: 3.5 miles (Homerun)
Average Annual Snowfall: 360 inches
Lodging Nearby:
Marriott Park City
1895 Sidewinder Drive
PO Box 684447
Park City, UT 84068
(435) 649-2900
http://www.parkcitymarriott.com
Stay here for: convention center and services, on-site restaurant, laundry, swimming pool, spa, steam room, fitness complex, ski and bike rentals, Starbucks
Treasure Mountain Inn
255 Main Street
Park City, UT 84060
(800) 344-2460
http://www.treasuremountaininn.com
Stay here for: carbon neutral, solar energy generating hotel, therapy spa, free wireless internet, fitness center, laundry machines, lobby fireplace
Yarrow Hotel and Conference Center
1800 Park Avenue
PO Box 1840
Park City, UT 84068
(435) 649-7000
http://www.yarrowhotelparkcity.com/
Stay here for: on-site Mountain Grill, Starbucks, heated outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, laundry, concierge, discounted lift tickets, 100% smoke free, complimentary wireless internet
2. Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort
Highway 210, Little Cottonwood Canyon
Snowbird, UT 84092
(801) 933-2222
Ticket Prices for 2009/2010 Peak Season:
Adult (13-64): $72 full day
Senior (65+) $59 full day
Child (7-12): $62 full day
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season: Call for Pricing
Snowbird Mountain claims to be the “most accessible world-renowned four season mountain resort in the USA”. It is located 29 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah’s airport and is indeed a renowned resort, named #1 ski resort in North America by Outside Magazine in 2008.
Mountain Facts:
Summit Elevation: 11,000 ft
Base Elevation: 7,760 ft
Trails: 85
Vertical Drop: 3,240 ft
Average Annual Snowfall: 500 inches
Skiable Acres: 2,500
Lodging Nearby:
Cliff Lodge and Spa at Snowbird
Highway 210, Little Cottonwood Canyon
Snowbird, UT 84092
(801) 933-2222
http://www.snowbird.com/lodging/clifflodge/details.html
Stay here for: three restaurants, two lounges, two swimming pools, four hot tubs, indoor lockers with boot dryers, daycare
The Lodge at Snowbird
Highway 210, Little Cottonwood Canyon
Snowbird, UT 84092
(801) 933-2222
http://www.snowbird.com/lodging/lodgeatsnowbird/details.html
Stay here for: condominium accommodations, on-site restaurant, steam room, fitness room, outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, remodeled guest rooms
The Iron Blosam Lodge
The Lodge at Snowbird
Highway 210, Little Cottonwood Canyon
Snowbird, UT 84092
(801) 933-2222
http://www.snowbird.com/lodging/ironblosam/details.html
Stay here for: timeshare property, remodeled and upgraded rooms, heated outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, steam room, exercise room, sauna, massage services
3. Deer Valley Resort
2250 Deer Valley Drive South (Snow Park Lodge)
Park City, UT 84060
(800) 424-3337
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season:
Adult (13-64): $90 full day
Senior (65+): $65 full day
Child (4-12): $56 full day
Tot (3 & under): $21 full day
Deer Valley Resort is a combination of Little Baldy Peak, Bald Eagle Mountain, Bald Mountain, Flagstaff Mountain, Empire and Lady Morgan. For those of you keeping count, that’s six peaks, each containing some of the best ski trails in the country. The resort is open exclusively to skiers, and asks that snowboarders take their skills elsewhere. Other attractions at Deer Valley include group ski races, snowmobile tours, show shoeing, dog sledding, sleigh rides, cross country skiing and hot air ballooning.
Mountain Facts:
Summit Elevation: 9,570 ft
Base Elevation: 6,570 ft
Trails: 100
Vertical Drop: 3,000 ft
Total Skiable Acres: 2,026
Lodging Nearby:
Silver Baron Lodge at Deer Valley
2900 Deer Valley Drive East
Park City, UT 84060
(800) 424-3337
http://www.deervalley.com/lodging/silver-baron-lodge.html
Stay here for: luxurious accommodations, fireplace, shuttle, hot tubs, laundry, wireless internet, heated outdoor pool and hot tub
The Lodges at Deer Valley
2900 Deer Valley Drive East
Park City, UT 84060
(800) 424-3337
http://www.deervalley.com/lodging/the-lodges-at-deer-valley.html
Stay here for: lodge-like cozy accommodations, fireplace, shuttle, hot tubs, laundry, wireless internet, heated outdoor pool and hot tub
Trail’s End Lodge at Deer Valley
2100 Deer Valley Drive South
Park City, UT 84060
(800) 424-3337
http://www.deervalley.com/lodging/trails-end.html
Stay here for: condominium stays, kitchens, laundry, wireless internet, outdoor hot tubs on private decks, stone fireplaces, complimentary hot breakfast
4. The Canyons
4000 The Canyons Resort Drive
Park City, UT 84098
(435) 649-5400
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season: Call for Pricing
The Canyons is the largest ski and snowboard resort in Utah and it is one of the five largest resorts in the United States. With an average annual snowfall of 355 inches, skiers and riders of all capabilities will find long gentle slopes, big-bowled areas, and steep cliff-like challenges.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 6,800 ft
Summit Elevation: 9,990 ft
Trails: 167
Vertical Drop: 3,190 ft
Total Skiable Acres: 3,700
Annual Snowfall: 355 inches
Lodging Nearby:
Escala Lodges at The Canyons Resort
4000 The Canyons Resort Drive
Park City, UT 84098
(435) 649-5400
http://www.thecanyons.com/escala-explore.html
Stay here for: one- to four-bedroom lodgings, lift to top of mountain outside door, gourmet kitchens, laundry, stone fireplaces
5. Alta Ski Area
PO Box 8007
Alta, UT 84092
(801) 359-1078
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season (Mon-Fri):
Adult: $69 full day
Child (12 & under): $58 full day
Alta Ski Area has trails for skiers of all ages and ability levels. The resort was recently ranked as the 4th best ski area in North America based on the variety of terrain. Alta Ski Area also has a Nordic Track for cross-country skiers, which is open daily. Snowboarding is not allowed at the resort to preserve the integrity of the ski trails.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 8,530 feet
Summit Elevation: 10,550 feet
Vertical Drop: 2,020 ft
Trails: 116+
Total Skiable Acreage: 2,200
Average Snowfall: 500 inches
Lodging Nearby:
Alta Lodge
PO Box 8007
Alta, UT 84092
(888) 356-2582
http://www.alta.com/inc/lodge_detail.php?anchor=altalodge
Stay here for: intimate lodge feeling, on-site restaurant, full breakfast and dinner included, ski-in/ski-out ability, saunas, hot pools, kids program
Alta Peruvian Lodge
PO Box 8007
Alta, UT 84092
(888) 356-2582
http://www.alta.com/inc/lodge_detail.php?anchor=peruvian
Stay here for: modest rooms, suites and shared-bath accommodations, outdoor pool and hot tub, three meals per day included
Rustler Lodge
PO Box 8007
Alta, UT 84092
(888) 356-2582
http://www.alta.com/inc/lodge_detail.php?anchor=rustler
Stay here for: finest accommodations in the Alta Ski Area, outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, exercise room, wireless internet, business center, children’s programs, spa service, ski-in/ski-out conveniences
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