Ski 'The Greatest Snow on Earth' at Snowbird
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Take the Aerial Tram to 11,000 feet for world-class powder runs; opening day often falls in mid-to-late November.
Itinerary tips
- 1Book your parking reservation in advance on the Snowbird website as spots fill quickly during peak winter months.
- 2Take the UTA Ski Bus from a Park & Ride lot to avoid driving the steep and often congested Little Cottonwood Canyon road.
- 3Plan for at least a full day of skiing to justify the tram ticket and allow time for multiple 2,900-vertical-foot laps.
- 4Bring high-quality polarized goggles and a face mask to handle the intense wind and sun exposure at the 11,000-foot Hidden Peak summit.
- 5Board the Aerial Tram early in the morning to beat the midday crowds and secure first tracks on the Mineral Basin backside.
- 6Download the Snowbird app to track lift statuses and receive real-time notifications about canyon road closures or interlodge events.
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