In Utah ski Resorts this Winter, Here are Some new Things to look

Snowfall in Utah mountains was expected to reach a foot or more Thursday night. Skis and snowboards need tuning now. As well as looking at the calendar, it is time to begin planning your trip whether it is an opening day or later in the season.

Some resorts in the state plan to open in late November or early December, depending on weather conditions.

A number of areas have undergone some changes over the summer, including new chairlifts, new terrain, and new parking rules. Utah resorts are planning to open the following new features and amenities in the near future:

Alta is building two new ski conveyors, including one more than 300 feet long, between Albion Day Lodge and Snowpine Lodge. As a result of the covered conveyors, less snowmaking will be necessary, which will benefit beginner terrain.

Snowpine ski lift, Transfer Tow, and Sunnyside ski lift will all be linked by Big Griz, a beginner-friendly connection. Alf Engen Ski School will have exclusive access to Little Griz.

On the mountain, the resort improved the Ballroom Traverse, which makes it easier for guests to enter Ballroom. As a result of the new traverse, skiers will be able to reach Powder Room under Mount Baldy, a frequent area of high traffic and wind erosion.

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In Beaver Mountain’s new ski lodge, a new parking area, and a new vault toilet are among new features. A 25,000-square-foot rental shop, retail area, cafe, snowsports school, and locker room are included in Marge’s Cabin.

Holiday peak traffic required the expansion of the parking area. At Marge’s Triple lift base, a vault toilet has been added to make it easier for skiers and snowboarders to use the facilities without going back to the base area.

At the Iron County resort, three new ski trails will be opened – two for beginners and one for intermediates – bringing the total number of trails to 74. The project will also replace more than 2,400 feet of snowmaking line in order to ensure the best possible snow conditions.

Also, the resort has installed energy-efficient LED lighting and poles to enhance night skiing visibility. Giant Steps Express, Navajo Express, Wildflower and Alpen Glow lifts have new ramps at their bases and tops, as well as the Wildflower and Alpen Glow lifts. A week of events and activities will be held in honor of the company’s 60th anniversary on Jan. 7, 2025.

During its first winter season, Brighton expanded night skiing and riding on its Mount Millicent (aka Milly) side. A new night terrain area has been added at Big Cottonwood Canyon after more lighted trails have been added in the past two seasons.

Cache County’s Cherry Peak opens for its 10th season this summer. Rail Jam and the Romantic Valentine’s Concert Dinner are a few of the events taking place this season. Family season passes are offered at the resort as part of our family-focused approach.

In the Park City area, three new chairlifts will provide access to 300 new skiable acres. A six-person bubble chairlift, Keetley Express, will open in December, conditions permitting.

New beginner-level ski trails will be served by the Hoodoo Express and Aurora lifts, as well as return access to the new Deer Valley East Village. A new lift, 500 parking spaces, and shuttle service to village amenities will be added to the village.

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In this year’s ski season, kids 12 and under are free. Skyline and Monarch lifts at Eagle Point recently underwent significant upgrades, including new electrical, drives, and haul ropes.

Several projects have been started over the summer by Weber County resort after experiencing a devastating fire last year. A full repair and overhaul was completed on the Apollo lift, and it will be ready for use this season.

Crockett chairlift has been equipped with a new haul rope. As a result of the fire, the main lodge known as “The Barn” had to be torn down. Season 2026-27 will see the opening of a new skier services building. Before the permanent building becomes operational, temporary buildings will be used.

In the early season, Park City Mountain enhanced its snowmaking system to speed up the opening of popular runs, such as Chicane and Another World, and to provide easier access to the Canyons Village area.

A newly widened and extended Tombstone Alley expands the former Chicane Bypass, increasing the uphill incline and creating an intermediate option. In Tombstone Alley, skiers and riders will have access to the Tombstone Express, Over and Out, and Timberline chairlifts near the top of Chicane.

In Wolf Canyon, a chairlift will go up to Lightning Ridge, part of the resort’s major expansion this year. The new lift will provide lift-served access to 900 acres of terrain and hike-to access to 147 acres, totaling 1,047 acres. A summer 2025 completion date has been set for the lift installation.

Wolf Canyon is being expanded in conjunction with Paradise and Timberline lift upgrades and Lightning Ridge’s addition. Winter season pass holders will be the only ones allowed on Powder Mountain weekends during February. February 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, and 22-23 are the dates.

The resort will install a high-speed chairlift, refurbish gondola cabins, improve beginner terrain, and redesign parking and entry over the next two winter seasons.

As part of its 2025-26 season upgrades, Becker chairlift, originally installed in 1986, will become a detachable quad that will carry 1,800 riders per hour. Free parking is still available at the resort without reservations, as well as free shuttle service.

Snowbird’s original Wilbere chairlift, named for Founder Ted Johnson’s wife and partner, Wilma, is being realigned and upgraded from a fixed-grip double chair to a fixed-grip quad chair.

Creek Road’s conveyor belt loading station will be moved to the Creekside base area near the Bryce Astle Training Center, so that it can be more conveniently accessed from parking lots. In two years, Mid-Gad Restaurant will undergo a transformation into a modern, single-story building with a spacious outdoor deck.

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A snowmaking system upgrade was made at the Big Cottonwood Canyon resort to capitalize on the early season snowmaking conditions. A parking reservation system is also being refined by Solitude, which is reporting that last season’s congestion in the canyon was reduced as a result.

There will now be 46 reservations instead of 61. As a result, the midweek parking rate was cut in half and cars with three or more occupants were allowed to park for free.

At the foot of the mountain, the Provo Canyon resort area broke ground for the new 63-room Inn at Sundance. During the 2025-26 season, it is expected to open. The resort installed 110 new, paved parking spaces within walking distance of Jake’s Lift, making it easier for skiers to get to Mountain Camp’s base area.

Ski/snowboard lessons, rentals, and a cafe are all available at Mountain Camp Day Lodge. Mountain Veterans Program is also being offered by Sundance to help injured veterans and their families heal both physically and emotionally.

Woodward Park City offers residents new multi-week programs this year that introduce skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, scootering, parkour, and biking – among the sports offered at the facility. All programs emphasize progression, are tailored to learning, and are offered for all skill levels, regardless of sport, discipline, or duration.

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