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Powder Mountain celebrates its biggest infrastructure upgrade in ten years with the Lightning Ridge lift opening, providing access to advanced terrain and deep powder. The new Skytrac fixed-grip quad marks a significant expansion for Utah's powder skiing haven.
New Lightning Ridge Lift Transforms Powder Mountain's Expert Terrain Access
Powder Mountain reached a significant milestone on December 31, launching the Lightning Ridge lift - its first new lift installation in over a decade. The timing couldn't have been better, with 34 inches of fresh snow blanketing the slopes during the week leading up to the opening.
The new Skytrac fixed-grip quad serves exclusively expert-level terrain, adding to Powder Mountain's reputation for challenging skiing and riding. This strategic addition creates a crucial link between the Sundown base area and the main resort, improving access across the mountain's vast terrain.
The Lightning Ridge project is part of a broader lift modernisation initiative at Powder Mountain. It joins two other new public lifts, Timberline and Paradise, which were upgraded over the summer. These improvements mark a new chapter for the resort, balancing the needs of advanced skiers seeking technical terrain with improved navigation for all guests.
