The Overview
Discover uncrowded slopes and perfect powder in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Features 82 runs across 1200 acres European-style village and legendary Honeycomb Canyon.
2,497ft
Vertical
82
Runs
1,200 acres
Skiable
42ft
Annual snow
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The Terrain
82 runs across 1,200 acres skiable
Solitude spreads 82 runs across 1,200 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 43%, with 5 beginner runs to find your feet and 42 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
82
runs
82 runs across 4 grades
Beginner5 runs · 6%
Intermediate35 runs · 43%
Advanced25 runs · 30%
Expert17 runs · 21%
Time it right
When to visit Solitude
Solitude's season typically runs 15 Nov 2025 to 29 May 2026, roughly 195 days on snow. Check the live conditions before locking in your dates.
Season 2025 - 2026
15 Nov 2025
Opens
29 May 2026
Closes
195
Days open
42 ft
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Solitude, and where to stay
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Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
FIS Weighs Holding World Championships in Almost Every Winter, Starting 2032
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation is looking at a major shake-up to its title events calendar. From 2032, World Championships could run not just in odd-numbered years but in every non-Olympic winter too, effectively putting a global title event on the calendar almost every season. The FIS Council has approved the concept following a feasibility study, though an accelerated rollout as early as 2028 is also under consideration.
4 Sept 2026
Mount Buller Becomes Latest Australian Resort to Call Time Early on 2026
Mount Buller closes out its 2026 season this Sunday, joining Falls Creek, Hotham and Charlotte Pass in a cluster of closures landing almost simultaneously and roughly a month ahead of schedule. The culprit is stark: Spencers Creek's benchmark snow depth hit 31.2cm on 3 September, just 18% of the 73-year average and an all-time low for this point in the season. Six of Victoria and NSW's best-known resorts will have shut their lifts early within a span of about two and a half weeks.
4 Sept 2026
Tremblant to Add New Timber Summit Ski Sector for 2027/28 Season
Tremblant has confirmed a major expansion of its Quebec ski area, with a new Timber Summit sector adding 62 acres of terrain, eight trails and a high-speed quad chairlift for winter 2027/28. It's part of a CAD 42.5 million investment that also includes a new beginner learning zone at Versant Soleil opening this coming season. The project has grown considerably since it was first announced back in 2020, when it carried a far smaller budget and an opening date that never eventuated.
2 Sept 2026
Mount Hotham to Close for the 2026 Season on Sunday, September 6
We knew when the Bird Bath Pond Skim showed up on Hotham's Instagram that the season was on its way out. It's been a rough one - I only managed two days on snow all year, at Falls Creek - and now Baw Baw, Selwyn and Hotham have all called it, possibly the worst Australian season I've seen in a decade. Hotham's last day of lift operations is Sunday, 6 September, with a Retro Day, Father's Day après and closing sales before the lifts stop turning for good.
1 Sept 2026
Thredbo to Replace Ageing Gunbarrel Quad With New Six-Seat Chairlift for 2028
Thredbo Alpine Resort has confirmed plans to replace its 37-year-old Gunbarrel quad chairlift with a new six-seat Doppelmayr D-Line, targeting winter 2028. The AUD 35 million project will keep travel time roughly the same but lift capacity from 2,800 to 3,000 skiers per hour. It's part of a broader investment push that also includes doubled snowmaking capacity at Friday Flat for 2027, with the ageing Kosciuszko Express now flagged as the resort's next major lift replacement after Gunbarrel.
31 Aug 2026
Aerial Tram Collides With Crane at Alpe d'Huez: 23 Injured
An aerial tram carrying around fifty passengers struck the boom of a construction crane on the route to Pic Blanc at Alpe d'Huez on Wednesday morning, injuring 23 people, three seriously. The cabin tipped on impact before the operator reversed it to right the car. Most of the injured were treated on site, with five taken to hospital in Grenoble, including a pregnant woman assessed as a precaution.
28 Aug 2026
Why Glaciers Are Collapsing - And What Happens When They Do
A deadly flood on the Nepal-China border, a decade-old tragedy on Italy's Marmolada, and an unstable glacier right now above a village near Zermatt - three very different mountain ranges, the same underlying story. Warming ice is destabilising terrain that was considered settled for generations, and the results range from catastrophic floods to slow-motion monitoring situations that could go either way.
27 Aug 2026
Pitztal Glacier Set to Reopen for the 2026/27 Ski Season on 26 September
Tyrol's highest ski area is gearing up to open a full month ahead of most of the Alps. The Pitztal Glacier is scheduled to start its 2026/27 season on Saturday 26 September, running through to 2 May 2027, with the lower-altitude Rifflsee area following in December. High-altitude terrain up to 3,440 metres gives the glacier a head start on snow, though as always, the actual opening extent will depend on how September's weather plays out. Early online ski pass bookings can save up to 30%.
26 Aug 2026
Solitude Lift Tickets
Solitude lift tickets & passes
The 2025 - 2026 season at Solitude closed on May 29, 2026. Check back for next season's opening date and ticket pricing.
Day passes start from US$104, with peak rates up to US$199.
Ikon6 pass options
Single-day passes
Adult 18–64
Adult Daily Ticket
US$139up to US$199 peak
Experience Solitude Mountain Resort's 82 trails across 1,200 acres in Big Cottonwood Canyon with 500+ inches of annual snowfall. Located just 30 minutes from Salt Lake City with serene mountain zen and uncrowded slopes.
Buy passYouth 13–17
Youth Daily Ticket
US$129up to US$189 peak
Youth lift tickets at Solitude provide access to family-friendly skiing with excellent progression terrain. Experience 82 trails and 500+ inches of powder in Big Cottonwood Canyon's peaceful mountain setting.
Buy passChild 6–12
Child Daily Ticket
US$119up to US$179 peak
Children's lift tickets at Solitude offer access to family-friendly skiing with excellent kids' programs. Experience mountain zen with 82 trails and world-class ski school in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Buy passChild 0–4
Children 4 & Under Free
Free
Children ages 4 and under ski free at Solitude Mountain Resort! Experience family-friendly skiing with excellent children's programs and mountain zen atmosphere in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Buy passAdult 18–99
Military Discount
US$104up to US$149 peak
Active duty, retired, reserve, veteran, and military dependents receive 25% off lift tickets at Solitude Mountain Resort. Experience mountain zen with 82 trails and excellent family atmosphere with valid military ID.
Buy passSeason passes
Adult 13–99
Solitude Midweek Plus Pass
US$799up to US$899 peak
Solitude Midweek Plus Pass offers Monday-Thursday access with early/late season 7-day access. Experience mountain zen with unlimited skiing before December 18 and after April 6, plus midweek access throughout winter.
Buy passLift tickets FAQ
How much does a Solitude day pass cost?
Solitude day passes range from US$104 to US$199 depending on the date and advance booking.
Can I buy Solitude lift tickets online?
Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
Are there discounts for multi-day passes?
Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
What is included with a Solitude lift ticket?
Full access to all lifts and trails at Solitude, including mountain safety and patrol services.
What is the difference between Solitude lift tickets and ski passes?
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Solitude - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
When should I buy Solitude lift tickets for the best price?
Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
Does Solitude offer group discounts on lift tickets?
Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Solitude directly for group booking information and rates.
How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?
Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Solitude.
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