Alta Ski Area

Weather at Alta Ski Area

⛅partly-cloudy

Low: 37.4°F / High: 43°F

Wind: SW 5.6 mph

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 0 in

7 days: 3 in

Snow Depth

Base: 126 in

Season Total: 3 in

Resort Status

Lifts: --/--

Trails: --/--

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2025View Full Report →

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.

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.

Alta Ski Area Lift System

Total Ski Lifts = 11

Quad Chair

Triple Chair

Double Chair

T-Bar

Surface Lift

Alta Ski Area Resort Elevation

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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Location

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.

Alta Ski Area

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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

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/21/2024

Closing Day

4/20/2025

Days Open

151