Are you planning a ski vacation, but don’t know where to go? To make your planning a breeze, we have put together a list of the top 10 winter destinations for skiing in Utah and Colorado.
Park City Mountain Resort
Park City Mountain Resort is a resort is located in the heart of Park City, Utah.
The resort is just a 35-minute drive from Salt Lake City International Airport. It has been ranked by SKI magazine as North America’s #1 Most Accessible Resort and has made some significant upgrades since that time.
Park City Mountain Resort has been a major tourist attraction and is the largest resort in the United States. It is most popularly known for the Sundance Film Festival that takes place in January.
It has also been a training course for the U.S Ski Team and has hosted several events during the 2002 winter Olympics.
The resort has 7,300 skiable acres, 348 runs, 41 lifts, and 7 terrain parks. The longest run on the mountain iss is 3.5 miles. The resort has award-winning restaurants that are in walking distance or easily accessible by the city’s free transportation system. It also has nine hotels and over two dozen restaurants.
There are adventures to be had for every level of a skier at Park City Mountain Resort!
Snowbird Ski Resort
Snowbird Ski Resort is in the heart of the Wasatch National Forest. It is a 45-minute drive from Salt Lake City, Utah.
Snowbird Resort and Alta Ski Resort share Little Cottonwood Canyon. The resorts offer joint day passes and season passes allowing access on both mountains.
In 2008, Outside named Alta-Snowbird the number one ski destination in North America.
Recently it has been ranked as the fourth best ski resort in North American by ZRankings.
The snowfall and weather at Snowbird are also considered to be the best. The longest run is 2.5 miles and has over 168 runs, 13 lifts, and 2500 skiable acres. There are 4 lodges in Snowbird’s pedestrian village, which grants easy access to the facilities. The heated outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, and spas will make your stay feel like a luxurious one.
There are 15 restaurants that offer both fine dining to casual dining experiences.
Brighton Resort
Brighton Resort is located in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It is 30 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah.
Bright Resort was the first ski resort in Utah. It has been ranked as having the 2nd best snow.
It is considered a “no frills” resort and their primary goal is to provide the best trails.
It is known for its cliffs and natural features! The resort has 1050 skiable acres, the longest run is 5.5 miles. The resort also offers 5 terrain parks and boasts 66 runs.
If you are looking for the best trails and natural beauty, then Brighton Resort is the right choice.
Deer Valley Resort
Deer Valley Resort is located in Park City, Utah. The park is less than an hour drive from Salt Lake City.
The resort is ranked as one of the top ski resort in North America. It was the host of some events in the 2002 Winter Olympics and often facilitates other skiing competitions.
The resort also has an award-winning ski school.
This resort does not only have amazing slopes and detailed trials, but it has some of the best amenities and gourmet dining. Staying at this luxury resort is described as being hassle-free.
The Stein Eriksen Lodge is a luxury resort that is located on Deer Mountain, it is Forbes only 5-star hotel in Utah. The resort prides itself on its customer services and impeccable trails. They offer the rare service of day and night ski storage. They also have high-end ski in/out lodging. The resort bans snowboarding and limits the number of people on the lifts and trails.
The resort has 103 runs, 2026 skiable acres, 24 lifts, and the longest run is 4.5 miles. Deer Valley is the perfect destination that provides luxury, amazing customer services, and top-notch skiing.
Powder Mountain Ski Resort
Powder Mountain Resort is located in Eden, Utah. It is 55 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport.
This resort is the largest ski resort in the United States by skiable acreage. It ranks as #2 in the 25 ski resort in North America.
The resort is consistently mentioned in the Ski Magazine’s “Best Value Resort” category.
It has 8464 skiable acres, 167 runs, 2 terrains, and the longest run is 3 miles. The resort offers cat skiing, which takes you away from the controlled ski areas to untouched powder by a snowcat. The resort also offers powder country. You will get to enjoy hundreds of acres of barely tracked skiing.
The resort cap tickets to help preserve the powder.
Alta Ski Area
Alta Ski Resort is located in Alta, Utah. It is 26 miles from Salt Lake City. The resort is one of the oldest ski resorts in the country.
It has a very high altitude and receives more snow than most Utah resorts.
Alta Ski Resort is one of the three resorts in the United States that prohibits snowboarding.
It is known for its extremely challenging terrain and is inter-connected with Snowbird via the lifts and slopes. The resort has 116 runs, 2614 skiable acres and the longest run is 1.3 miles.
The lodging on the mountain consists of 5 ski lodges that are rustic and charming. The Alta Ski Area focuses on those who are serious about skiing.
Solitude Mountain Resort
Solitude Mountain Resort is located in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It is 30 minutes from Salt Lake City, Utah. It is best known for having some of the best powder in the country due to its location.
Solitude is one of the smaller ski resorts. It has 80 runs, 1200 acres and the longest run is 3.5 miles.
It is family oriented with a large variety of beginner and intermediate slopes.
If you are looking for a quieter, relaxing atmosphere with fewer crowds, Solitude Mountain Resort is a perfect fit.
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckenridge Ski Resort is located in Breckenridge, Colorado. Breckenridge is an authentic mountain town and the largest historic district in Colorado.
There are a variety of options for dining, lodging, and entertainment in this mining town! It is one of the most visited ski resorts in Colorado. Breckenridge is a great place to practice freestyle tricks and jumps with their world-renowned half pipes and terrain parks.
Professional skiers and snowboarders train at Breckenridge. The resort has 155 runs, 2908 of skiable acres the longest run is 3.5 miles. It also offers double diamond powder skiing to advance skiers.
There are lots of opportunities for every level of skier.
Telluride Ski Resort
Telluride is located in Mountain Village, Colorado. While Telluride Ski Resort does not have much shopping or luxury hotels, the quality of skiing, food, and lack of crowds is where it excels.
In 2016-2017, the Ski Magazine reader’s poll ranked the resort North America’s Best for Overall Satisfaction.
It also ranked number one for Scenery and Character. Telluride Ski Resort has over 50% beginner and intermediate runs, yet also offers extreme terrain for the advanced/experts.
It also has 2000 skiable acres, the longest run is 4.6 miles; there are 3 terrain parks and 127 runs. Telluride is the perfect destination for great skiing (with a view) and amazing food!
Vail Ski Resort
Vail Ski Resort is located in Vale, Colorado. It is the third largest single mountain ski resort in the United States. The resort has been dubbed “King of American ski resorts”.
Vail Ski Resort is the most popular ski resort in the United States. It is world famous for its “Back Bowls”, and offers more than 3000 acres of open-bowl skiing. Vail has 5289 skiable acres, 193 runs (53% are advanced/expert), 31 lift systems and the longest run is 4 miles.
Vale has luxury hotels, a large quantity of restaurants and many spas. This resort offers it all!
