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To put it simply, the riding in Utah is epic. Thirteen snowboarding resorts are scattered along the state's mountain ranges that are perfectly positioned for dumps of fluffy powder all winter long, most of which see an average of 500 inches of snow each year. Best of all, there are eight world-class, snowboard-friendly resorts within an hour’s drive of Salt Lake City, so you can easily ride new terrain every day of a week-long vacation.
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Plan Your Utah Ski Trip
Utah's easy access to The Greatest Snow on Earth® allows for more time on the mountain and easier planning.
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Ski & Snowboard FAQs
Are you planning your cold-weather vacation to Utah? Find winter travel tips on highway safety, liquor law information skiing and snowboarding gear.
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Ski Rentals in Utah
Need ski or snowboard gear? These go-to ski rental shops in Salt Lake City, Park City and Ogden outfit skiers and boarders for the perfect day on Utah's snow.
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12 Family-Friendly Activities Near SLC
Written By Matcha
4 minute read
From roller coasters to ski slopes, discover 12 fun family activities in and around Salt Lake City.
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15 Must-Do Adventures in Kanab
Written By Matcha
6 minute read
Looking for fun things to do in Kanab? Check out our list of the 15 must-do adventures in Kanab and start planning your visit today.
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Beyond the Lake
Written By Ben Whisenant
4 minute read
From snowmobiling to skiing, snowshoeing to sledding and fishing, Bear Lake in the winter is everything you’ll want from your next winter vacation.
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Dog-friendly Utah: Northern
Written By Paula Colman
4 minute read
Explore the top dog-friendly places to hike and explore in the Northern Utah, including state parks, national forests and a bird refuge.
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Dog-Friendly Utah: The Road to Mighty
Written By Visit Utah
7 minute read
Want to bring your furry friend on your next vacation? Utah is home to several great dog-friendly national parks and other fun destinations. Check it out and plan your trip!
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Escalante River Canyon Trail
Written By Matcha
4 minute read
Located in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, the Escalante River Canyon river trail winds and knots its way east and south.
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Explore the Tushars on Snowshoe
Written By Jeremy Pugh
3 minute read
Ready to experience snowshoeing in Utah? Eagle Point is a Utah favorite location. Check out this snowshoe excursion then plan yours today for fun and adventure.
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Exploring Mule Canyon: House on Fire and Cave Tower
Written By Matcha
4 minute read
Driving the up the dusty, terracotta-colored road toward Mule Canyon in Cedar Mesa, you get a sense that this is a special place, though you might not be able to put a finger on why.
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Exploring Utah's Little Sahara
Written By Matcha
4 minute read
Little Sahara Recreation Area is an unforgettable destination for sand dunes in Utah and ATV, camping, hiking, and sand-boarding enthusiasts.
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Finding Solitude on the Provo River
Written By Matcha
Get expert advice on Provo River fishing, recreation and relaxation. Add the Provo River to your next Utah itinerary!
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Fishing Fish Lake
Written By Matcha
5 minute read
The largest natural mountain lake in Utah, Fish Lake sits at more than 8,800 feet of elevation, which makes for pleasant weather all summer long. Located near Richfield, Utah, the lake has everything you need for a relaxing summer getaway.
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Fishing Northern Utah's Logan River
Written By Matcha
Why do serious fly fishers flock to Northern Utah’s Logan River? Fishing spots with rainbow and brown trout in our freestone dream streams. Plan your adventure!
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Five Best Hikes In Bear Lake Valley
Written By Matcha
3 minute read
Follow your Bear Lake hike with a refreshing dip in the lake. Which of these five excellent hiking trails in Bear Lake Valley is your favorite?
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Flaming Gorge: Boating and Paddling Paradise
Written By Matcha
Do you know that Flaming Gorge is one of the best boating lakes in Utah? Read all about this stunning body of water and plan a trip!
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Fly Fishing the Uinta Mountains
Written By Matcha
The Uinta Mountains are one of Utah’s top fly fishing destinations. Learn where to go and how to land that trophy trout, then plan your own fly fishing getaway.
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Get to Know Echo State Park
Written By Matcha
4 minute read
Situated at 5,560 feet above sea level, just north of Park City, lies Echo State Park. Watersports are king here, and whether you kayak, paddleboard, or boat, it’s a perfect place to get out on the water.
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Insider's Guide to Hiking Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Written By Matcha
From choosing the best season and trail, to understanding logistics and history, here's what you need to know to hike Utah's Rainbow Bridge National Monument located off the south coast of Lake Powell.
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Introduction to Hiking Utah's High Uintas
Highlights of local hiking trails in the High Uintas include stellar views of sparkling lakes in a lush alpine environment. Get a multi-day pass for your hiking adventure!
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Moonscapes, Marscapes and More
Written By Matcha
If you want to know what Mars looks like — then the dramatic terrain of Capitol Reef National Park and the surrounding lands are a good place to start.
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Planning Your Big Snow Trip
Written By Paula Colman
Let’s plan a powder ski trip to Utah and even help you save some time and money while you’re there. Just answer these three questions: Who? When? How much?
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Ridin' Greater Zion
Written By Melissa McGibbon
4 minute read
Southeastern Utah might be the state’s hidden gem of mountain biking. Learn about the top mountain biking trails in this area and plan a getaway you’ll never forget.
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See the Fall Leaves Near Utah's National Parks
Written By Visit Utah
Sure, any of Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks are spectacular year round — covered in snow, peppered with spring wildflowers, and baked in sunshine. But find them exponentially special when the changing fall leaves are in juxtaposition to the immaculate red rock cliffs.
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Seven Must-Ride Mountain Biking Trails in Utah
Written By Visit Utah
5 minute read
To help you plan a Utah mountain biking trip, we've assembled a list of seven of Utah’s best mountain biking trails followed by a roundup of Utah’s best fat-tire destinations.
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The Story of Starvation Reservoir
Written By Matcha
Sprawling waters and local legends at Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation.
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Venturing Out (and Back) Along the Canyon Rim Trail
Written By Matcha
3 minute read
An under-the-radar destination that should be on more people’s lists, Flaming Gorge offers spectacular wildlife viewing, scenery that comes straight out of paintings and plenty of outdoor adventure.
Snowboarding Resorts
Snowboarding in Salt Lake City
With 13 of Utah's 15 resorts open to snowboarding (Deer Valley and Alta are skier-only), it’s easy to find a resort that is perfectly suited for you.
Salt Lake City is arguably the best hub for snowboarding in the United States; with eight world-class, snowboard-friendly resorts within an hour’s drive of the airport, Salt Lake is the perfect place to launch the ultimate winter vacation. Big Cottonwood Canyon and Little Cottonwood Canyon are nestled right alongside Salt Lake’s greater metro area, giving easy access to the renowned resorts within, including:
- Brighton: One of the oldest resorts in Utah, Brighton is a local boarder’s favorite. It's filled with well-designed terrain parks, a wide variety of groomers—from beginner-friendly to seriously steep—and plenty of off-trail terrain to keep you exploring for dozens of visits.
- Snowbird: The Bird is a snowboarder's dream come true, with terrain to scratch any freeride itch you may have. The resort offers the consummate big mountain snowboarding experience, from steep and deep terrain to open powder fields, endless chutes and cliffs and immaculate groomers.
- Solitude: Boarders looking for more accessible terrain can stop by Solitude Mountain Resort for a mostly intermediate-friendly front half and a fun back half packed with hidden cliffs, powder-stashing woods and backcountry runs that stretch for miles, keeping even the most skilled snowboarders entertained.
About 40 minutes north of Salt Lake, Ogden is another gateway to world-class snowboarding, including the upscale Snowbasin, intimate Nordic Valley and expansive Powder Mountain. And just south of Salt Lake near Provo, you'll find the cozy Sundance Mountain Resort.
Snowboarding in Park City
Luxury, comfort and snowboarding truly come together in Park City. While Deer Valley is one of the nation's few resorts that doesn't allow snowboarders, Park City Mountain and Woodward Park City welcome them with open arms.
- Park City Mountain: Featuring more than 7,300 acres, Park City Mountain boasts the most lift-accessible ski acreage in the U.S.; it’s common for snowboarders and skiers who’ve been riding this resort for years to find areas they’ve never explored. The massive resort seamlessly blends into Park City’s charming downtown, making it convenient to grab a bite to eat at a local eatery or simply explore this pleasant mountain town.
- Woodward Park City: Utah's first all-in-one action sports mountain center is a park rider’s dream. With an expansive indoor training facility just as impressive as the outdoor lift-served terrain parks, it is an easy choice to put your snowboard tricks to the test. The fun doesn't stop at snowboarding and skiing. You can also go tubing, mountain biking or utilize the indoor and outdoor facilities for skateboarding, BMX, scooter and parkour. (Read: Woodward Is Fun For the Whole Family).

Woodward Park City
Photo: Scott Markewitz
Terrain Parks
When Utah hosted the Winter Olympics in 2002, many ski and snowboard resorts developedworld-class terrain parks and features for athletes to train and compete on. If park riding is your idea of a perfect day on the slopes (and why shouldn’t it be?), these are the resorts for you.
- Brighton - Four terrain parks are regularly redesigned throughout winter long with options for all ability levels.
- Park City - Six terrain parks, one half pipe and a mini pipe. Excellent terrain for everybody, whether it’s your first park lap or you’re a seasoned pro.
- Powder Mountain - Home to a public boardercross course, a handful of terrain parks and a halfpipe.
- Woodward Park City - ‘Park’ might as well be Woodward Park City’s first, middle and last name. Woodward is Utah's first all-in-one action sports mountain center, with small, medium, large and extra-large terrain parks to explore.
- Snowbasin - Snowbasin has enough park to scratch your itch. Get some midwest-style tow-rope hot laps in or get sendy and step up to their medium-to-large jump lines.
Utah's Snowboarding Season
Thanks to The Greatest Snow on Earth®, Utah’s resorts usually open by early December and can often stay open into April or May. Start planning your snowboarding trip with updated resort operations, snow totals and more.
Getting There
Consider carpooling or taking the bus to help reduce traffic congestion. Traction law requires 4WD or AWD and snow tires or chains. When driving, ensure your vehicle is well-equipped and that you practice safe snow-driving behaviors by going slowly and smoothly.

Everything in its Right Place
Written By Austen Diamond
5 minute read
Bring your snowboard on your Brighton Ski Resort trip. Visit the six terrain parks – with new designs each week – to add some exhilaration to your ski vacation.
Skiing, Ski Resorts, Support Local
Learn to Snowboard
Even if you’ve got a few seasons of experience, we can all afford to brush up on our fundamentals. Every resort offers snowboarding lessons for all ages. Private adult ski lessons are an excellent way to acclimate to Utah’s terrain. Plus, if you feel confident in your ability level, signing the kids up for ski school is a perfect way for the entire family to get some time riding at their own pace.
Backcountry Riding & Splitboarding
Miles and miles of rideable acreage lie just outside the boundaries of Utah’s resorts. Each year, thousands of early risers follow their favorite skin track to the top of untouched stretches of powder. While it’s an excellent way to escape the crowds, backcountry snowboarding can be dangerous. Before you head out, make sure you have the necessary avalanche gear and know the day’s avalanche forecast.
More Winter Experiences
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Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding
Thousands of people each day enjoy Utah's famous backcountry — the areas outside of ski area boundaries.
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Cross Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing Utah is awesome! Find popular Nordic trailheads in the north, high altitude serenity in central Utah and miles of regularly groomed trails in the south.
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Fat Tire Biking
Fat tire biking has become the latest rage among cycling enthusiasts and newbies. Find out tips for riding and the best places to explore in Utah.
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Heli Ski & Snowboarding
Utah heli skiing and snowboarding are perfect for those who want to ride some of the best backcountry in the world. Find your next ride here.
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Ice Fishing
Utah’s award-winning waters hold some of the best ice fishing in the country, and with so many large lakes and reservoirs, it’s easy to grab your gear and join in.
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Ice Skating
Find the best ice skating rinks in Utah and plan the perfect skate night with your friends and family. Lace up and get skating!
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Kite Skiing
Kite skiing (snow kiting) is attracting freestyle adventure seekers to Utah. Learn about the cool places to kite ski in Utah, grab your equipment and go!
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Skiing
Skiing in Utah? Choose from 15 resorts — 10 within an hour of the airport. Discover lively ski towns, best times to visit and tips for booking lessons and rentals.
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Snow Tubing & Sledding
The classic, winter tradition of finding the perfect hill from which to launch a tube or sled is alive and well in Utah. Whether you’re looking for commercial parks with structured lanes or a local hill and your own thermos of hot cocoa, we’ve got it all.
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Snowmobiling
Snowmobile vacations are popular outdoor adventures. Utah’s 800+ miles of groomed trails offer winter snowmobiling fun for all — find out more!
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Snowshoeing
There’s a sense of excitement that comes with breaking trail across an untouched stretch of Utah’s famous powdery snow.

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4 Days
Ski City Downhill + Downtown
Big city amenities support 10 different resorts within an hour of SLC International, which means the best in downhill meets the best in downtown.
Kid-Friendly, Ski and Snowboard, Community, Non-ski Winter Activities, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Craft coffee, dining and spirits
- Alta Ski Area or Snowbird Ski Resort
- Solitude Mountain Resort or Brighton Ski Resort
- Performing arts, après-ski and live music

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Ski Southern Utah: High Alpine Trails + Red Rock Wonder
Southern Utah is home to two high-elevation ski areas with generous helpings of what we call (with authority) The Greatest Snow on Earth®. Things can be a little quieter down here this time of year. Give yourself at least five days to combine the thrills of Southern Utah skiing and boarding with exploring the wintertime wonders to be found in Utah’s red rock country.
Ski and Snowboard, Non-ski Winter Activities
Highlights
- Brian Head Resort
- Eagle Point Resort
- Cedar Breaks National Monument
- Southern Utah Ski Vacation
- Winter Hiking in Southern Utah

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4 Days
Weekender Ski Park City
So you've decided to ski in Park City for a weekend. That decision alone will be rewarded with three resorts that eclipse over 9,000 acres of Utah's renowned skiing and riding.
Ski and Snowboard, Solitude, Non-ski Winter Activities, Olympics, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Ski City Urban Lifestyle
- Park City Mountain
- Deer Valley Resort
- Park City Experiences