One of the greatest things a human can do is ski or snowboard. My Dad grew up in the projects and this is not native to us, but prioritizing it has elevated our lives. Physically, spiritually, mentally, financially, and emotionally.
There's nothing greater than riding a mountain full of whip cream powder. I grew up in Utah and cherish the "Greatest Snow on Earth." This chain of the Rocky Mountains lifts me up the clouds to touch heaven. A mountain just for me & this moment. A vast, massive space. The peaks. The views. The chairlift that feels like a death drop away. The practice of trust, balance, and motion.
Endless exploration.
It is so beautiful. The snow is so delicious.
Here's my guide to the best ski resorts in Utah.
Val Douroux Guide
Best Ski Resorts in Utah:
Solitude Ski Resort
Lift Ticket Cost: $95+
12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon in Solitude, UT
Solitude is the Scandinavian village ski resort of Salt Lake City. It has a Swiss looking facade with the most centralized amenities for a ski mountain getaway (that's 15-20 minutes from the city). It's full of lodging, restaurants, rental shops, and fun recreation. It's the first of 2 ski resorts up Big Cottonwood Canyon. A family friendly spot with nice and easy runs. A cute little terrain park too. It's Utah's only unlimited resort on the IKON pass. There's even a Yurt with a world-class dining experience. I recommend it
8302 S Brighton Loop Rd, Brighton, UT 84121
Lift Ticket Cost: $69+
Brighton is the homie park. Lots of big dick energy (besides Park City). Lots of families. Lots of range at Brighton. It's low-key. The mountains/lifts are not intimidating.
I'd rather pack a paper bag lunch than eat here, or eat at Silverfork Lodge down the road. The lodge is the least attractive of them all. It's old brown and outdated. That's not why ya come here, though... There's night skiing too! They re-groom the trails and light the runs with bright stadium lights. I like to ride in the sun, but nighttime is a unique change. It's fun!
9385 Snowbird Center Trail, Snowbird, UT 84092
Lift Ticket Cost: $140 - Kids Free w/ Parents
Snowbird is vast, steep, and rugged. The runs are long and challenging. No matter what the conditions, there's fresh powder to be found somewhere. I've been here since I was 9 and it still excites me.
There's a lot to explore: Peruvian Gulch, Gad Valley & Mineral Basin.
Mineral Basin is one of the most gorgeous places in the world. It has the softest powder sharing runs with Alta. You can get Mineral Basin by aerial tram, Little Cloud, or a tunnel drilled through the mountain @Peruvian.
My first mountain was Snowbird. My first lift was the tram. Secretly, I think my Dad was trying to kill me, but I learned to ride and I love it. I later got a job working at the Iron Blosam and meeting many awesome people. Here, my spirit expands. I've been riding the bird since I was 9 and it still excites me.
Park City Mountain Resort
Lift Ticket: $150
Park City is the cream of the crop. The best of the best. The Olympic Village. The biggest resort. Big runs. Big jumps. Big rails. Big dick energy here too. All the jillionaires have a pass to PC
the most ski town in Utah. It's always been boujee, but it's super boujee now. There's been an influx of California-folk and it's a little different now. The towns, streets, and lifts feel a little more crowded. I still ride here. From a lift that will sweeps you straight off Main St. and into the mountains, Park City is Utah's ski town.
With 7,300 acres, 40 lifts, 13 bowls, 6 terrain parks, 1 half pipe and 1 mini pike, there's a lot of opportunity for adventure. You can push yourself, meet lots of fun people and ski for days.
Snow Basin
Lift Ticket: $95+
Snowbasin is the nicest ski resort in Utah. These golden chandeliers and gondolas are lifting my life standards. I didn't know life could be so nice until I came to Snowbasin.
Home of the 2002 Olympics, Snowbasin is a world class ski resort with over 3,000 acres of terrain. There's a little baby terrain park makes a girl feel like she can do somethin'! You can ski & snowboard, eat really good food, or relax by a roaring fire in the snow capped mountains.
It's in a very beautiful location near one of Utah's coolest cities. Ogden! & Ogden always surprises me! It's quickly becoming one of my favorite places in Utah. There's a wild west spirit off 25th Street, a train station and mountains that make it the most. Especially, Snow Basin. Snowbasin resort is best ski resort in Utah.
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Ja!
Val Douroux
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