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Snowbird, Utah
Our Opinion - Excellent snow record with some of the lightest powder snow anywhere
- Transfer from SLC airport only 45 mins
- Choice of 8 ski areas within 1 hour's drive
- Good lift system and many accommodations ski in/ski out
- Lift system connected to Alta, creates a large ski area
About Snowbird, Utah
Snowbird is 29 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport with more than 600 daily non-stop flights from most major U.S. cities and 25 miles from downtown Salt Lake City. Snowbird is a scenic 45-minute drive from the airport, making same-day skiing and flying a reality.
Getting to the Bird is easy. Several transportation companies offer non-stop shuttles from Salt Lake City International Airport to Snowbird’s front door. Once at Snowbird, the only transportation needed is a pair of skis or a snowboard – the Tram and chairs provide the rest.
Resort Statistics Snowbird and Alta have been named the No. 1 ski resort in the United States by SKIING Magazine for five years in a row.
Dates and hours of operation:
Mid-November through Mid-May
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily
Terrain:
2,500 acres of in-bounds terrain
Vertical drop of 3240 feet
Base elevation: 7,760 feet
Summit elevation: 11,000 feet
Uphill capacity: 17,400 skiers per hour
Runs:
35% Advanced/expert
38% intermediate
27% beginner
89 Named Trails on the map
Snow: Average of 500"/year
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