Skiing in Utah

The ski and snow sports landscape in these Utah destinations is highly specialized, dividing into two distinct geographic zones: the high-altitude, resort-focused skiing of Southern Utah's Brian Head, and the expansive, world-class resort experiences surrounding Northern Utah's Ogden.

This area is centered entirely around the affordable, efficient, and high-altitude skiing offered by Brian Head Resort, complemented by extensive backcountry opportunities.

Brian Head Resort is positioned as "Utah's best kept secret" due to its focus on keeping winter sports "fun and affordable".

• Affordability & Efficiency: The resort is known for having the lowest lift ticket prices for a full-service ski resort in Utah, and skiers benefit from virtually nonexistent lift lines.

• Terrain: The resort features two mountains and eight chairlifts, providing terrain suitable for nearly any skier or boarder.

• Beginner Focus: Navajo Mountain is entirely dedicated to beginners and includes a high-speed quad, a ski school, and a beginner terrain park.

• Snowboarding: Snowboarding is a primary activity offered at Brian Head Resort.

• Rentals: Gear for skiing and snowboarding is readily available from several local outfitters, including the Brian Head Resort Rental Shop, Brianhead Sports, and Georg's Skis. Bikes & Lodging.

Outside of the resort, the Southern Utah high country offers numerous avenues for independent winter exploration:

• Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing: Extensive trails are available for both activities at Cedar Breaks National Monument and on the dedicated Town Trails. Georg's Skis. Bikes & Lodging also provides gear rentals for these Nordic activities. A guided snowshoe tour is offered at Cedar Breaks National Monument.

• Snowmobiling: The Cedar Mountain Snowmobile Complex provides extensive trails for winter access to scenic areas, including routes leading to Cedar Breaks National Monument. Snowmobile Tours are available from Thunder Mountain Motorsports.

• Tubing and Ice Skating: Brian Head Resort offers tubing. Additionally, Ice Skating is available at Brian Head Ice, which also provides skate rentals.

• Dixie National Forest (Duck Creek/Panguitch): When the snow falls, Duck Creek Village becomes a winter wonderland for snowmobiling, offering hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails and ample space for tranquil snowshoeing in the backcountry.

Ogden is positioned as a premier, high adventure destination, offering access to three major world-class ski resorts located in Weber County. This region boasts the "Greatest Snow on Earth®" with a snowfall exceeding 500 inches and over 11,600 skiable acres. Public transit is available from downtown Ogden to these resorts.

• World-Class Venue: Snowbasin is recognized for its opulent lodges and world-renowned mountains. It served as the crown jewel venue for the downhill, combined, and Super-G events during the 2002 Olympic Winter Games.

• Features: It is described as a world-class mountain with an independent spirit.

Expansive Terrain: Powder Mountain is known as the largest ski resort in the United States. It offers more skiable acreage than one trip would allow a visitor to explore.

• Accessibility and Learning: Located just 16 miles from Ogden, Nordic Valley is considered the best place to learn to ski in the west due to its family-friendly atmosphere and commitment to making skiing accessible and affordable.

• Terrain: It is a 450-acre boutique resort featuring 1,700 feet of vertical terrain, 32 runs, and multiple lifts, including the high-speed 6-person Nordic Express.

• Terrain Park: The resort includes a terrain park with over 20 rail and fun box features, as well as rollers and kickers.