
341 trails, 43 lifts, 983m vertical. Epic Pass access. 35 mins from Salt Lake City airport.
Park City spans 7,300 acres across a base elevation of 2,073 metres and a summit of 3,056 metres, delivering 983 metres of vertical drop. The resort claims 341 trails served by 43 lifts, making it the largest ski area in the United States following the 2015 merger of Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons Resort via the Quicksilver Gondola. Annual snowfall averages 355 inches, supported by snowmaking coverage across 18 per cent of terrain.
Terrain divides into 8 per cent beginner, 41 per cent intermediate, 28 per cent advanced, and 23 per cent expert runs, with intermediate cruisers dominating the mountain. The longest run stretches 3.5 miles from summit to base. Jupiter Peak provides expert terrain with steep chutes, whilst the Canyons side offers wide-open bowls across Iron Mountain and Tombstone zones. Six terrain parks and a halfpipe serve freestyle skiers.
Two distinct base villages anchor the resort: Park City Mountain Village connects directly to historic Main Street via the Town Lift, whilst Canyons Village offers modern slopeside lodging 6.5 miles away across the ridgeline. The resort hosted snowboarding and alpine events during the 2002 Winter Olympics, with U.S. Ski Team training courses still operating on-mountain. Summit House at 2,804 metres serves as the primary mid-mountain dining hub.
Park City operates on the Epic Pass alongside Vail Resorts' network of North American and international destinations. The season typically runs late November through early April, with January and February delivering peak snow conditions. The resort suits intermediates and mixed-ability groups, though limited beginner terrain requires first-timers to progress quickly or stick to designated learning zones at High Meadow Park and Hay Meadow Park.
Park City is one of the largest ski resorts in the United States, with 7,300 acres (2,954 hectares) of terrain and 341 runs across the Park City Mountain and Canyons sides, joined by the Quicksilver Gondola. Elevations run from 6,800 ft (2,073 m) at the base to 10,030 ft (3,056 m) at the top, giving 3,230 ft (983 m) of vertical. Terrain splits 8% beginner, 41% intermediate, 28% advanced and 23% expert, so intermediates have by far the most room, while beginners have limited choice beyond the dedicated learning areas. Snowfall averages about 360 inches a year.
Jupiter Bowl brings lift-served chutes and McConkey's Bowl adds tree skiing, while the Canyons side spreads wide-open bowls across the Iron Mountain and Tombstone zones. Cruisers will find fast laps on the Payday, Bonanza and Silverlode Express six-packs out of Mountain Village. The Town Lift, installed in 1985, loads straight from historic Main Street, and the 8.5-minute Quicksilver Gondola, installed in 2015, links the two sides. The mountain also holds the Olympic halfpipe and slopestyle courses and six terrain parks for freestyle skiers. Park City suits mixed-ability groups, intermediates after volume and variety, and visitors who want a lively town at the base.
The 2025-26 season opened 22 November 2025 and closes 5 April 2026, spanning 19 weeks of operations. Park City typically opens in late November depending on snowmaking conditions and closes mid-April as spring temperatures thin coverage on lower-elevation runs. Night skiing operates on select evenings throughout winter.
Average annual snowfall reaches 355 inches, with the resort receiving 636 inches during the record-breaking 2022-23 season. January delivers the heaviest accumulation, averaging 63 inches, followed by February's 62 inches. Base elevation at 2,073 metres and summit at 3,056 metres provide a reliable snow climate, with Utah's dry powder benefiting from high-elevation cold air. Snowmaking covers 18 per cent of terrain, concentrated on lower runs and key connector trails between the two village bases.
January and February offer peak powder conditions, with consistent storms and cold temperatures maintaining quality snow across all elevations. March transitions to spring corn snow by month's end, with morning freeze-thaw cycles requiring strategic timing for soft snow between 10am and 2pm. December sees limited terrain as snowmaking crews build base depth, with full mountain access typically achieved by early January. April conditions deteriorate rapidly, with lower runs closing progressively and slushy afternoons dominating.
The Sundance Film Festival runs late January through early February, bringing crowds to Main Street but surprisingly light lift queues as festival-goers focus on screenings. Presidents' Day weekend in February matches Christmas week for congestion. Spring break crowds peak in March, though improved weather and longer days offset wait times. The resort closed select lifts early in recent seasons due to unseasonably warm conditions, making January and February the most reliable months for full terrain access.
Park City sits on the Wasatch Back, the eastern slope of the Wasatch Mountains in Summit County, Utah, 35 miles east of Salt Lake City. The town occupies a valley at 2,134 metres elevation, surrounded by peaks exceeding 3,000 metres that once fuelled a 19th-century silver mining boom. The resort's two base villages, Park City Mountain Village and Canyons Village, lie 6.5 miles apart along the ridgeline, connected by the Quicksilver Gondola spanning Thaynes Canyon.
Park City's Historic Main Street sits 200 metres below the Park City Mountain Village base, accessible via the Town Lift which deposits skiers directly onto groomed runs. Coalville, the Summit County seat, lies 19 miles north, whilst Heber City in neighbouring Wasatch County sits 21 miles southeast. The Snyderville Basin, an unincorporated area housing roughly 15,000 residents, spreads between Park City and Canyons Village, forming the primary residential corridor for resort workers and commuters to Salt Lake City.
Interstate 80 provides the primary access route, with drivers following the highway 29 miles east from Salt Lake City before exiting onto Utah State Route 224 at Kimball Junction. The final 6-mile stretch along Route 224 climbs into Park City, passing Canyons Village en route to the town centre. Travel time averages 40 to 45 minutes under normal conditions, though winter storms through Parleys Canyon can extend the journey to over an hour. Parleys Summit crests at 2,134 metres, requiring winter tyres or chains during active traction restrictions.
Salt Lake City International Airport lies 37 miles west, offering direct flights from major U.S. cities and international destinations as a Delta Airlines hub. Ground transport options include rental cars, rideshares averaging $60 to $75, and shuttle services ranging from $90 to $170 per person. Utah Transit Authority operates the PC-SLC Connect bus requiring a transfer at Kimball Junction, whilst Park City's free transit system serves all resort base areas, lodging zones, and Main Street year-round.
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Park City's 2026 - 2027 season typically runs from November 27 through April 4. That window is roughly 128 calendar days, though daily operations depend on snow cover, weather, and lift maintenance.
Resorts in Utah, Usa often announce firm dates closer to winter; check the live snow report before you travel if you are planning around opening weekend or spring closure.
Park City lists about 7,300 acres skiable of marked terrain spread across 341 named runs (2,954 hectares alongside 7,300 acres skiable). That footprint is what most riders experience on a lift-served day. Side-country or hike-to terrain may sit outside these published numbers.
Use the trail map to see how the mountain is laid out and where the longest fall-line runs connect back to base.
Trail grading at Park City breaks down roughly as 8% beginner, 41% intermediate, 28% advanced, 23% expert. The advanced and expert share is substantial, so confident skiers and riders will find plenty of steeper fall-line options once they leave the nursery slopes.
Percentages describe the resort's published piste mix, not vertical feet. A mountain with modest "expert" stats can still feel demanding if the steep terrain is long or exposed. Read the trail map alongside these numbers when planning your route.
Park City operates 43 lifts across 7 lift types. The fleet includes 15 quad chairs, 8 triple chairs, 6 6-person chairs, 4 gondolas, 4 double chairs, 4 surface lifts, and 2 t-bars.
Lift mix affects how quickly you can lap your favourite zones. Gondolas and trams move big crowds to mid-mountain, while shorter chairs and surface lifts often serve learning areas or local pods. Check the live snow report on ski days for real-time open/closed status.
Base elevation at Park City is about 6,801 ft (2,073 m), with the summit around 10,026 ft (3,056 m), giving roughly 3,225 ft (983 m) of vertical from base to top.
Higher start heights usually mean colder, drier snow holding longer into spring, but also thinner air and faster weather changes. Pack layers if you are riding from village level to summit lifts in one day.
Park City averages about 360 inches (914 cm) of natural snowfall per season. That is a long-term climate figure. Any single winter can run well above or below it depending on storm track and temperature.
For trip planning, pair this baseline with the live snow report and webcams: fresh cycles show up in overnight totals and summit cameras long before season averages tell you much about today's surface.
Park City is affiliated with the Epic. Pass holders should confirm current season benefits, blackout dates, and reservation rules on the pass issuer's site. Policies change year to year and can differ between international and domestic products.
If you are not on Epic, day tickets and multi-day bundles are still available; see the lift tickets page for published rates and purchase links.
Published single-day adult pricing on SnowStash currently spans US$131 to US$249, depending on date band and whether you are buying peak or regular windows. Multi-day products (multi-day passes, season passes) usually lower the per-day cost if you are staying several days. Tickets can be bought online through the resort's official checkout (linked from our lift tickets page) or at on-mountain ticket windows, subject to availability.
Buying ahead of peak holidays and weekends generally saves money and guarantees access on sold-out days. Before you commit, scan the snow report and webcams so you are paying for conditions that match your expectations.
SnowStash pulls together 6 live mountain webcams, a downloadable piste map, and the daily snow report for Park City so you can plan from home. Webcams refresh on a short interval and are the fastest way to judge visibility, wind exposure, and whether storm snow is still falling.
The snow report adds structured totals, base depth where available, and lift/trail status when the resort publishes it. Use both together: cameras show what it looks like right now, and the report summarises numbers your group can compare day to day.
Yes. The downloadable PDF/image map is better for offline planning, marking meeting points, and understanding the full mountain layout at a glance.
Both versions are on the trail map page for Park City. If you are navigating with kids or meeting friends across separate lifts, screenshot or print the static map and keep the live map open on your phone for operational updates.
Park City sits in Utah, Usa. That regional context matters for travel planning: airport transfers, snow tyres, and typical storm patterns all follow geography as much as resort marketing.
Browse nearby accommodation from the resort page if you are comparing village-base vs valley-base stays; where you sleep changes your first lift of the day more than most trail stats do.