Utah, Usa · Indy
Beaver Mountain
880 acres, 48 runs, 400 inches annual snowfall. Northern Utah's family-owned resort near Logan with Indy Pass access.
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
20 Dec 2025
Closes
29 Mar 2026
Days open
99
Annual snow
33ft
The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Beaver Mountain operates across 880 acres in northern Utah's Bear River Mountains with 48 runs spread between 2,204 metres base and 2,700 metres summit, delivering 496 metres vertical drop. The family-owned resort has logged 400 inches of annual snowfall since opening in 1939 and remains the oldest continuously-owned family ski area in the United States. The terrain divides 35 per cent beginner, 40 per cent intermediate and 25 per cent advanced without snowmaking equipment, relying entirely on natural accumulation across predominantly east-facing slopes. Beaver Mountain includes Indy Pass access with two days per season, plus reciprocal benefits through Ski Utah's multi-resort programmes.
The resort offers 48 marked runs with named trails including Harry's Dream, Marge's Triple terrain, Gentle Ben, Cotton Tail and The Stump distributed across fall-line terrain. Beginners access wide groomed runs through the Little Beaver zone whilst intermediates lap blues off the upper chairs and advanced riders find black diamonds on Beaver's Powder, Sour Grapes and North Fields. Two terrain parks cater to freestyle progression and tree skiing remains accessible throughout most zones. The compact layout concentrates all terrain within efficient reach of the six-lift system, eliminating long traverses between zones.
The day lodge houses the grill restaurant, rental shop and ski school with no slopeside accommodation beyond a rentable 30-person yurt for overnight groups. Daily operations run 9:00am to 4:00pm with occasional public night skiing on Little Beaver terrain from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Weekday visits guarantee minimal crowds whilst weekends attract Cache Valley locals, Utah State University students and Bear Lake visitors. Parking operates first-come basis with early arrival essential during holidays. Cell service remains limited throughout the mountain, reinforcing the area's disconnected atmosphere.
Season passes range from $599 unlimited access to weekday-only and blackout options with military and student discounts available. Adult day tickets cost $48 regular and $58 peak periods whilst children under five ski free. The resort sits 43 kilometres from Logan via US-89 and less than five kilometres from the Idaho border, drawing skiers from southeastern Idaho alongside northern Utah. Beaver Mountain suits families seeking affordable, uncrowded skiing and intermediates wanting mileage without the resort-town scene.
1,627ft
Vertical
48
Runs
880 acres
Skiable
33ft
Annual snow
Indy
Pass
The Terrain
48 runs across 880 acres skiable
Beaver Mountain spreads 48 runs across 880 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 40%, with 17 beginner runs to find your feet and 12 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
48
runs
48 runs across 4 grades
Beginner17 runs · 35%
Intermediate19 runs · 40%
Advanced12 runs · 25%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Beaver Mountain
Beaver Mountain opened 20 December 2025 and closes 29 March 2026 for the current season, typically operating early December through late March each year. The resort opens several weeks later than most Utah areas due to complete reliance on natural snowfall without snowmaking capability. East-facing slope orientation receives somewhat less accumulation than west-facing Wasatch resorts, though 400 inches annual average delivers reliable coverage. Base depths reached 157 centimetres mid-season 2025-26 with 234 centimetres total seasonal accumulation recorded.
Snowfall character consists of dry, fluffy powder benefiting from northern Utah weather patterns near the Idaho border, creating different conditions than Wasatch Front resorts 110 miles south. The 2,438-metre measurement elevation near the top of Beaver's Face lift provides accurate snow reporting for skiers planning trips. Natural accumulation allows powder stashes to linger days after storms in less-trafficked tree zones and north-facing aspects. Temperatures drop significantly compared to Logan Canyon's base, with recorded differences of 25 degrees Fahrenheit between town and mountain elevations during winter nights.
January and February deliver peak powder months with consistent storm cycles, whilst December conditions depend on early-season accumulation patterns. March transitions to spring skiing with longer daylight and warmer temperatures producing excellent corn snow conditions on sunny mornings. Weekday visits from January through mid-March offer the best combination of fresh snow and empty slopes, avoiding weekend crowds from Logan, Cache Valley and Bear Lake communities. The resort's northern exposure provides ideal morning sun whilst preserving powder in shaded zones throughout the day.
The season-ending Big Air contest features jumps and pond-skimming events popular with participants and spectators, traditionally scheduled for closing day. Night skiing operates primarily as private events with a few public nights throughout the season from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. The Snoopy Carnival runs each March with snow maze, ski race and family festivities celebrating the season. No major concert series or regular events calendar exists beyond these traditional programmes, maintaining the resort's low-key, family-focused atmosphere throughout the operating season.
Season 2025 - 2026
20 Dec 2025
Opens
29 Mar 2026
Closes
99
Days open
33 ft
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Beaver Mountain, and where to stay
Beaver Mountain sits near the summit of Logan Canyon at 2,204 metres base elevation in the Bear River Mountains of northern Utah, less than three miles south of the Idaho border. The ski area occupies east-facing slopes west of Bear Lake and approximately six miles west of the lake itself in the northeastern corner of the state. Cache Valley spreads below the mountain to the west with the Bear Lake region extending east into Idaho. Garden City, Utah serves as the closest town 15 miles east along US-89, whilst Logan anchors the region 27 miles west.
Logan, home to Utah State University and 50,000 valley residents, provides the primary lodging base with hotels, restaurants, gear shops and services supporting mountain visitors. The city sits 30 miles or 35 minutes from the resort under favourable conditions, functioning as the main hub for overnight accommodation. Garden City offers limited lodging near Bear Lake's turquoise shoreline 13 miles east of the mountain, convenient for visitors combining skiing with lake activities. Salt Lake City lies 110 miles south with no direct lodging immediately adjacent to the ski area beyond the reservable yurt.
US Highway 89, designated the Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway, provides the sole access route running through limestone cliffs alongside the Logan River from Logan city through to Garden City and the Idaho border. The resort turnoff sits just one mile from the highway, 43 kilometres northeast of Logan. Winter driving requires appropriate traction devices or tyres when UDOT implements mandatory Traction Law during heavy snowfall. Road conditions remain well-maintained throughout the season though the winding canyon drive climbs steadily from valley floor to high-elevation turnoff.
Salt Lake City International Airport sits 116 miles or approximately two hours drive south via Interstate 15 and US-89, serving as the primary air gateway for visitors. Ogden-Hinckley Airport operates 77 miles distant, roughly 90 minutes from the resort for regional connections. No commercial shuttle services run between airports and the mountain, requiring rental vehicles for independent access. The scenic byway route from Salt Lake continues north through Logan before ascending the canyon, passing Hardware Ranch and numerous pullouts showcasing the limestone formations defining the region's geography.
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Trail map & terrain
Terrain split
48
runs
Beginner35%
Intermediate40%
Advanced25%
Expert0%
880 acres skiable356 hectares
Resort Stats
Elevation
Base7,231ft
Summit8,858ft
Annual snowfall
33ft
Season
2025 - 2026
20 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026
Trail coverage
48 runs
880 acres (356 ha)
About Beaver Mountain's trail map
Explore Beaver Mountain's full trail map with 48 runs across the mountain, colour-coded by difficulty and shown alongside the terrain split. Use it to plan a day that matches your ability, find lift-served pockets of your favourite grade, and see how the resort links together. Download the piste map (PDF) ↗
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