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Ski the Greatest Snow on Earth
NORTHERN UTAH SKI AREAS – 8,000 UNCROWDED ACRES, ABUNDANT SNOW
Three resorts collectively offer diversity and value
(Ogden Valley, UT) Alpine sports enthusiasts who are searching for unique resort towns that are rural in nature, incredibly beautiful, with genuinely friendly locals need look no further than the area known as the “Ogden Valley” in Northern Utah. Within minutes of your accommodations you'll find an assemblage of three distinctly different ski areas offering a combined 8,000 acres of famous Utah powder and not a traffic light in sight. The Salt Lake International Airport is a short distance from the Ogden Valley (45 minutes from Huntsville and 50 minutes from Eden) and encompasses the brand new scenic Legacy Highway.
The Ogden Valley is surrounded by three ski areas – Powder Mountain, Snowbasin and Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort (formerly Wolf Mountain.) The readers surveyed for SKI Magazine's annual Top Resort survey gave great scores.
Powder Mountain was ranked #1 for Value and #3 for Snow, while Snowbasin was ranked #1 for Lifts, #2 for On-Mountain Food and #3 for Service.
This high mountain valley offers everything needed for a memorable vacation is available: groceries, restaurants, gift shops, catering services, spa and salon services, fitness centers, day care, equipment rental and banking.
Adult daily lift prices are a bargain, ranging from $32 to $62 depending on the resort. The best deals are generally multi-day lift tickets. Families will appreciate that children 6 and under ski free at Powder Mountain and Snowbasin while Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort offers a free pass for those 5 and under. Seniors receive a free ski pass at Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort starting at age 70, Snowbasin at age 75 and Powder Mountain at age 80. Complimentary shuttle service is available to Powder Mountain's slope at the POW MOW Shuttle Parking Lot.
If your travel party includes those who don't want to slide down the slope on skis or a board, there are plenty of options. Both Snowbasin and North Fork Park offer plenty of groomed trails free of charge for cross country skiers and snowshoer's. The slower pace of guided snowshoe tours and sleigh rides allow guests time to enjoy the beauty of the winter wonderland. Nearby Monte Cristo is the most popular snowmobile trail head in Utah with rentals available - locally at Diamond Peaks Rental in Eden, UT. Snowbasin has converted the finish line area of the Olympic downhill into a six lane lift assisted tubing hill for the young at heart.
Powder Mountain consistently ranks high on value in the annual SKI Magazine survey. The resort offers up 5,500 acres of varied skiing and riding, from
In-Bounds Groomers and Tree Skiing to Snow cat Accessed and Hike-to Terrain, with densely treed glades and bowls. In addition to the traditional lift served area, Powder Mountain has two snow cat operations and Powder Country. Powder Country is an unique feature where skiers pick their line down to the mountain access road and a big bus provides a shuttle back up to the lifts. Both day and night skiing are offered, with two terrain parks for catching air. Slope side lodging is available; daily lift prices are $30 for kids, $53 for adults.
Visit Powder Mountains website. or call (801) 745-3772.
Snow basin's majestic day lodges provide the ultimate mountain luxury. With an impressive vertical rise, Snowbasin features 3,300 ski-able acres. High-speed gondolas, chairlifts, and a tram whisk snowsports enthusiast and food lovers up nearly 3,000 vertical feet, unveiling an endless variety of choices that satisfy all appetites. In addition to magnificent lodges and fine dining, Snowbasin guests enjoy breathtaking views, and attentive customer care. Snowbasin is known for high alpine bowls, steep chutes, perfectly groomed cruisers, deep-powder glades days after a storm, and two of the most challenging downhill racecourses ever traced on a mountain. When you visit Snowbasin, you will discover easy access, great value, and no lift lines!
With diverse terrain for beginner ease, to challenging expert runs, Snowbasin also features three terrain parks and 26km of groomed Nordic trails. Additional amenities include full-service rental, repair and retail shops, licensed day care and kids programs. Over 100 certified instructors are on-hand in the Snowsports Learning Center to help make the most of your experience, and adaptive programs also available.
Snowbasin Resort has the right mix; big mountain skiing, intermediate cruising terrain, high speed quad and Little Cat Express for the beginner skier. The journey to skiing/riding excellence starts at Snowbasin for all levels of snowsport enthusiasts. The Resorts award winning food, the extraordinary day lodges with their European influence and comfort, is a cut above. Two high speed gondolas ensure not much down time and with one of the largest snow making systems in North America. Snowbasin Resort provides, typically, a Thanksgiving Day opening. Two terrain parks, manicured slopes, a lift assisted tubing hill, over 26 K of groomed Nordic trails, Super pipe, guided back country skiing, daycare, full retail and rental complete the offerings. Lift passes are $39 for youth and $62 for adults. Visit Snowbasin website or call 888-437-5488
Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort (formerly Wolf Mountain) is a gem of a family area, with 100 acres of surprisingly diverse terrain, and possibly the best beginners’ area in the state. Three lifts service the mountain plus a Magic Carpet for newcomers and a full staff of PSIA certified instructors to get folks started. Value is the name of the game here, and The Wolf, as its known locally, offers Utah's largest night skiing operation. Kids passes are $20, adults are $32.
Visit Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort or call (801) 745-3511.
Picture yourself... on a blanket of fresh, untracked powder deep in the beautiful Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. Turn after exquisite turn in the finest powder on earth. This is skiing the Diamond Peaks Helli-Ski Adventures way. This is one of the most thrilling experiences of your lifetime! For over 10 years Diamond Peaks guests have enjoyed this experience. Whether you are an expert skier who thrives on extreme vertical, or an intermediate skier, not accustomed to pristine powder, our friendly team of certified, professional guides will find the ideal terrain for you. So grab your skis or snowboard and experience first hand what these people are smiling about. Visit Diamond Peaks Helli-Ski website or Call 801-745-4631
Call us now to schedule your guided or unguided snowmobile adventure! You can either schedule a guided tour through 30,000 acres of private land or on the “Monte Cristo” Trail head where you can access 300 miles of groomed trails or venture off the trails and experience “The Greatest Snow on Earth”. No matter your choice, you will be sure to have an unforgettable experience! More than 200 miles of groomed trails are yours to explore, through snow-laden meadows and pine covered mountaintops. See wildlife in it's natural habitat, including moose, deer, coyote, and bald eagles. Enjoy nature's beauty in all of its winter glory. Located "On-Site" at the Monte Cristo Trail head up US Highway 39. Reservations are taken at Red Cliff Cafe. Visit Red Cliff Ranch website. To make reservations call 801-745-6900 or 1-877-FUN-CLIFF.
Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
A 55 acre ranch located here in our backyard hosts an enjoyable old fashioned horse drawn sleigh ride. It is complete with warm quilts, cocoa and friendly golden retriever dogs. This charming ride takes you through hill and dale even crossing streams as you glide your way to an elk heard-cameras are encouraged and large groups can be accommodated. Please call (801) 745-3737 for pricing and reservations.b8
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