
Alta Ski Area
Weather at Alta Ski Area
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: --/--
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.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
119
Total Area
2614 ac
1057.8 ha
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.
Alta Ski Area
, utah
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
Annual Snowfall
Metric
13.84m
1384cm
Imperial
45.4ft
545in
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