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Alta, UT

Alta

A locals? favorite since 1939, Alta has managed to preserve what some call "the soul of skiing". Without real estate development on the mountain and very little corporate clutter, you can imagine the thrills felt by the pioneers of skiing when little got in the way of the natural beauty of the area.
 

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Advanced ****
Intermediate ***
Beginner ***
If you are looking for a ski vacation away from the bustle of everyday life, Alta just may be the place for you. Alta and Snowbird resorts now offer the Alta Snowbird Pass, enabling skiers to access both ski areas via the new high-speed quad in Mineral Basin that transports skiers to the saddle separating Alta?s Albion Basin and Snowbird?s Mineral Basin and connects the two resorts.

The combined ski areas in Little Cottonwood Canyon are justifiably considered as having the best powder snow in the U.S., but if you?re looking for loads of thrilling nightlife Alta may not be the right place for you. The lodges are traditional, cozy gathering places for family and friends, but not really good for people who are looking for dancing and drinking. The ski season at Alta runs for five months from the middle of November to mid-April. Note that Alta does not allow any snowboarding, while neighboring Snowbird does.
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Alta, UT at a glance
 

On the mountain

Ski area

From beginner trails at Albion Base to black diamond bowls off Sugarloaf, Alta has great variety, stunning scenery and dry snow quality. more...

 

Lift system

Alta's eleven lifts carry over 11,000 people onto the mountains every hour. more...

 

Ski schools & guiding

The Alf Engen Ski School offers programs for adults and children; private instruction and deep snow technique are also available.
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Advanced

Alta has plenty of black diamond trails, while adjacent Grizzly Gulch offers guided backcountry skiing.
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Intermediate

Intermediate skiers will enjoy the ride up Supreme and the panoramic view of Alta and the Heber Valley from the top. more...

 

Beginner

Crooked Mile is ideal for beginners in Alta as they can ski at altitude and enjoy mountain views. more...

 

Boarding & freestyle

Within-bounds boarding is not allowed at Alta, but it is at nearby Snowbird.
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Mountain restaurants

Alta has three mid-mountain and six base area restaurants, ranging from cafetarias to sit-down restaurants with waiter service. more...

 

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Off the mountain

Village

Alta is a friendly and cozy village, centered around the five lodges with their accommodations, restaurants and bars. more...

 

Accommodation

Staying in one of Alta?s five unique lodges at the base of the mountain is a unique experience. more...

 

Après-ski

Alta is a quieter village than most, with not many après-ski opportunities apart from the lodges. more...

 

Restaurants & bars

Most of Alta's lodges have restaurants with waiter service.
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Other activities

The latest thing at Alta is cross-country or skate skiing, after which you may need one of the massage therapists who will come to your ski accommodations. more...

 

Getting there

Alta is just a 45-minute drive away from Salt Lake City with its international airport.
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Alta facts

Ski Area

Base8,530 ft
2,600 m
Summit10,550 ft
3,216 m
Elevation2,020 ft
616 m
Area size2,200 a
890 ha

 

Trails/runs

Number of trails116
Advanced35 %
Intermediate40 %
Beginner25 %

 

Lifts

Surface lifts4

 

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