USA · North America
Alta Ski Area
Legendary snowfall at the head of Little Cottonwood Canyon — skiers only, unpretentious, and irreplaceable.
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Base Elev
8,530 ft
Summit
11,068 ft
Vertical
2,538 ft
Acres
2,614
Trails
119
Lifts
11
Season
Opens
Mid November
Closes
Mid April
Season Length
150 days
Full Open
Late December
ChristmasDec 25
75%New Year'sJan 1
83%Spring BreakMid-March
95%Typical terrain open based on historical patterns. Actual conditions vary.
Optimal Windows
547"avg annual snowfall
Optimal window
Jan 1 – Mar 31
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Terrain Profile
Vertical
2,538 ft
Acres
2,614
Trails
119
Lifts
11
Beginner25%
Intermediate40%
Advanced35%
Best for
Snowfall recordsLight powderSki-only cultureUtah traditionalists
Quick Facts
RegionUtah
CountryUSA
HemisphereNorthern
Base elevation8,530 ft
Summit11,068 ft
Vertical2,538 ft
Total acres2,614
Annual snowfall547"
SeasonMid November – Mid April
Walk-up ticket~$219
Pass
Ikon Pass
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Jan 1 – Mar 31
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