TL;DR
Alta Ski Area in Utah has surpassed 500 inches of total snowfall this season, marking a significant turnaround from a slow start. The recent storms have created ideal conditions for spring skiing.
Alta's Snowfall Hits New Heights in 2025 Season
Alta Ski Area in Utah has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 500 inches of total snowfall for the 2024-25 season. As of 2 April 2025, the resort recorded 505 inches, following a substantial 24-hour snowfall of over 30 centimetres. This achievement comes after a particularly snowy March, which saw more than 120 centimetres of fresh powder in just one week, significantly improving what had been a lacklustre start to the winter season in Utah's Wasatch Range.
Spring skiing has officially arrived at Alta. 🙌
The season's beginning was challenging, with below-average snow totals and unstable conditions that led to several avalanche-related incidents in the backcountry during December and January. However, the tide turned with consistent snowfall and cold temperatures in the following months. These conditions not only increased the snowpack but also improved its stability, bringing the central Wasatch area back to near-average seasonal totals.
Alta, renowned for its deep powder and dedicated skiing community, regularly ranks among North America's snowiest resorts. While a 500-inch season isn't unprecedented for Alta, the timing of this year's snowfall made reaching this benchmark particularly satisfying. February's dry spell had left many questioning whether the season would recover, but March's generous snowfall restored faith just as the prime spring skiing period approached.
