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    Alta
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    Alta Ski Area

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    Resort Overview

    Perched in Utah's Wasatch Mountains at 8,530 feet, Alta stands as one of North America's most revered ski destinations. Since 1938, this ski-only resort has preserved its authentic mountain character while delivering exceptional powder skiing across 2,614 acres of diverse terrain. With an average of 547 inches of annual snowfall, Alta's legendary snow quality attracts devoted skiers from around the world.

    Live Alta Webcams

    Albion Basin

    2646m elevation

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    Trails & Terrain

    Trails

    Total Runs

    119

    Total Area

    2614 ac

    1057.8 ha

    Difficulty Distribution

    Beginner
    15%
    Intermediate
    30%
    Advanced
    40%
    Expert
    15%
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    Alta Lift System

    Alta's modern lift network seamlessly connects its vast terrain, featuring six chairlifts and one surface lift. The Collins and Wildcat lifts serve as the main arteries, providing access to everything from gentle beginner slopes to heart-racing expert chutes. The Supreme and Sugarloaf lifts unlock high-alpine bowls and gladed runs, while the Sunnyside lift caters perfectly to developing skiers.

    Lifts

    Total Lifts

    11

    Lift Types

    5

    Lift Breakdown

    Quad Chair
    4
    Quad Chair
    Triple Chair
    2
    Triple Chair
    Double Chair
    2
    Double Chair
    T-Bar
    2
    T-Bar
    Surface Lift
    1
    Surface Lift
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    Location & Getting There

    Located in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Alta sits just 32 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport. This convenient location combines world-class skiing with remarkable accessibility - visitors can land in the morning and be skiing by afternoon. The historic Alta Lodge and other slope-side accommodations place you steps from the lifts, while nearby towns offer additional lodging and dining options.

    Season Info

    Alta's season typically runs from mid-November through mid-April, with peak conditions from January through March. Early season brings exciting opening storms, while spring offers longer days and spectacular corn snow conditions. The resort's high elevation and northern-facing aspects help preserve snow quality throughout the winter, creating optimal skiing conditions across the entire season.

    Current Season

    2025-2026

    Opening Day

    11/29/2025

    Closing Day

    4/26/2026

    Days Open

    149

    Annual Snowfall

    Metric

    13.84m

    1384cm

    Imperial

    45.4ft

    545in

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