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Snowbird
Utah’s claim of having the “Greatest Snow on Earth” is really based only on snow in the Little Cottonwood Canyon where Snowbird is located. Friends and neighbors for 30 years, Snowbird and Alta began offering interchangeable passes in 2001. The Alta Snowbird Pass provides 4,700 acres (1,880 ha) of great skiing in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
At Snowbird you can expect a high level of service in a convenient pedestrian village with all amenities. There’s a limited nightlife and bar scene, which may put some visitors off, as may limited shopping—as there’s no “town” nearby. But if your main reason for coming is fantastic skiing, then look no further. Compared with other resorts Snowbird is not considered expensive, but compared with Salt Lake City hotels it is. About 30 percent of skiers come from the Salt Lake area.
Snowbird, UT at a glance
On the mountain
Ski area
The
top two powder playgrounds in America, Snowbird and Alta, were
connected a few years ago to make the 2nd largest ski area in the U.S.
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Lift system
Snowbird's high-capacity Aerial Tram gets you up the mountain in 7 minutes. The Alta Snowbird Pass is great value. more...
Ski schools & guiding
The Snowbird Mountain School runs a variety of camps throughout the season from 4-day women’s ski camps through to ski steeps camps. For the adventurous there are guided backcountry tours. more...
Beginner
Over a quarter of Snowbird's mountain is suitable for beginners. You can enjoy much of it if you use the aerial tram to return to base afterward. more...
Intermediate
Intermediate skiers will find plenty to please them at Snowbird, and Alta is within easy reach too.
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Advanced
Snowbird's consistent, long
steep pitches and tons of powder make it a favorite among expert skiers. There's fabulous backcountry opportunities too.
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Boarding & freestyle
In contrast to next-door Alta, Snowbird courts boarders with two snow
parks (one for beginners and one for experts) and a 375ft Superpipe.
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Mountain restaurants
Apart from Mid-Gad Lodge up the mountain, most lunch and snack options are down in Snowbird village.
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Off the mountain
Village
Accommodation
Cliff Lodge is one of best-known ski hotels in the U.S.; alternatively you can stay in Salt Lake City, 20 min away.
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Après-ski
There’s no set time for bars to close in Snowbird, so you can party on into the small hours. more...
Restaurants & bars
The lodges in Snowbird village have a variety of dining options, ranging from flame-broiled beef to sushi.
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Other activities
Adventurous snowmobile tours deep into the Wasatch Mountains or one of 24 treatments at The Cliff Spa, there's something for everyone at Snowbird. more...
Getting there
Snowbird is one of the most accessible resorts in the U.S.: Salt Lake International Airport is only a 45 minute drive. more...
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Snowbird facts
Ski Area
| Base | 7,760 ft 2,365 m |
| Summit | 11,000 ft 3,353 m |
| Elevation | 3,240 ft 988 m |
| Area size | 2,500 a 1,012 ha |
Trails/runs
| Number of trails | 85 |
| Advanced | 35 % |
| Intermediate | 38 % |
| Beginner | 27 % |
Lifts
| Cable cars | 1 |
| Surface lifts | 2 |
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