Snowbird

Steep, deep Little Cottonwood terrain off the Tram.

Snowbird’s Aerial Tram climbs 2,900 vertical feet to 11,000-ft Hidden Peak, and about two-thirds of the terrain is advanced or expert, with Mineral Basin on the back side. It averages 500 inches of snow and often skis into May. Best for strong skiers and riders; the Cliff Lodge and its rooftop spa make it easy to stay on the mountain.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,900 ft

Summit

11,000 ft

Skiable terrain

2,500 acres

Trails

140

Lifts

14

Average snowfall

500″ a year

Longest run

2.5 mi

Terrain mix

• Beginner 8%
• Intermediate 24%
• Advanced 68%

What’s here besides skiing

• Scenic lift rides
• Snowshoeing
• Heli skiing
• Spa
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasDec 24 (annual)Usually

  Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

  Interdenominational service with candle lighting and carols.

• ChristmasDec 24, evening (annual)Usually

  Santa’s Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade and fireworks

  Wait for Santa on the Plaza Deck with cocoa and bonfires, then a torchlight parade and fireworks.

• New Year’sDec 31, evening (annual)Usually

  New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and fireworks

  Torchlight parade down to the Plaza Deck, followed by fireworks.

• Opening dayNov 27 (tentative)

  Opening day

  Snowbird’s projected opening, weather and conditions permitting.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outThe Cliff Lodge

  Snowbird’s landmark lodge with several restaurants, The Aerie on the 10th floor and The Cliff Spa on the roof.

  Slopeside
• lodgeGoldminer’s Daughter

  Ski-in/ski-out lodge at Alta’s Wildcat base, with breakfast and dinner included and a free shuttle to Snowbird.

  5 min shuttle
• condoThe Lodge at Snowbird

  Condos in a range of sizes, a short walk from Snowbird Center and the Tram.

  Short walk to the Tram
• condoIron Blosam

  Condo lodge with an outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness center, steps from the slopes.

  Slopeside
• innThe Inn at Snowbird

  Simpler rooms in several layouts, a quick walk to Snowbird Center.

  Short walk to the Tram

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Winter scenic Tram rides · Snowbird Center

  Ride the Aerial Tram to Hidden Peak for views across the Wasatch, no skis needed.

• The Cliff Spa · Cliff Lodge

  Rooftop pool and hot tub with canyon views, plus treatments, on top of the Cliff Lodge.

• Powderbird heli-skiing · Snowbird

  Guided helicopter skiing in the backcountry around the Cottonwood canyons, run from Snowbird.

• Guided snowshoe tours · Snowbird

  Snowbird Mountain Guides lead snowshoe walks outside the resort boundary with views down to Salt Lake.

• Ski Utah Interconnect Tour · Starts at Snowbird or Deer Valley

  A guided backcountry day linking up to six resorts, for advanced skiers. Open tours are $575.

• The Summit · Top of the Tram

  Utah’s highest restaurant, at the top of the Tram on Hidden Peak.

Après and nightlife

• The Tram Club

  21+ bar right next to the Tram’s bull wheels, with pool tables, spicy fries and après specials.

• The Forklift

  Steps from the Tram, with a fireplace and a sunny patio.

• The Aerie

  Gastropub on the 10th floor of the Cliff Lodge with big canyon views.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Salt Lake City International (SLC) · about 45 min drive
• Salt Lake City · about 0.7 hr
• Las Vegas · about 6.5 hr
• Denver · about 8 hr

Directions in Google Maps