By Joshua Duvauchelle
List of Utah Ski Resorts
Utah has long been the famous home state of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The church teaches that it receives direct revelation from heaven. Heaven bestows yet another direct blessing on Utah every year: 500 inches of dry, powdery snow. Millions of people make an annual winter pilgrimage to Utah to ski, snowboard and enjoy one of the best winter sport environments in the western U.S. Visitors will find over a dozen ski
resorts near Utah's white slopes, many of which offer ski-in and ski-out access so guests can maximize their ski time. It's no wonder that the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association is headquartered here.
Park City Mountain Resort
Park City was once the biggest silver-mining camp in the United States. Today, it's one of the biggest skiing hot spots in the States. Park City Mountain resort includes a ski lift to the top of the mountain, while nearby Main Street offers restaurants, cafes and coffee shops. If you're in a rush to get to skiing, stop at the outdoor concession booths next to the lift. After a day on the slopes, shop for souvenirs at the resort's Legacy Sports shop. Watch for sales on winter gear as the season draws to a close for discounts on the resort's logo-wear and winter equipment.
Park City Mountain Ski Resort
1310 Lowell Avenue
Park City, Utah 84060
(435) 649-8111
pcski.com
The Canyons Park City Resort
The Canyons offers two hotels on its grounds: the Sundial Lodge and the Grand Summit Hotel. Start with a delicious breakfast at The Cabin, the resort's on-property restaurant. Then, hit the nearby ski and snowboard routes of Park City using the Park City Lift, for which the resort provides discounts for guests. After a hard day on the slopes, rejuvenate at the resort's health spa for a relaxing massage or body treatment. Budget guests will enjoy the resort's various value packages, with prices starting at $71 a night during nonpeak days.
The Canyons Park City Resort
4000 The Canyons Resort Drive
Park City, Utah 84098
(435) 649-5400
thecanyons.com
Deer Valley Resort
Utah tourists who want to avoid some of the crowds in downtown Park City will enjoy the Deer Valley Ski Resort, found a mile from Park City's Main Street and 3 miles from the Canyons Resort. Several privately managed lodges and homes are available for rent in the resort, with multiple-room accommodations available for groups. All lodgings are within walking distance of the Silver Lake Express chairlift. Some, like the Kimball Junction Hotel, offer chairlift vouchers to registered guests. In the evening, head to the resort's Redstone Center for a multitude of entertainment, dining and shopping options.
Deer Valley Resort
2250 Deer Valley Drive S.
Park City, Utah 84060
(435) 649-1000
deervalley.com
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About the Author:
Joshua Duvauchelle is an editor and journalist who has been writing since 2000. His work has appeared in various national and international magazines, including "Honolulu Magazine." Duvauchelle graduated with honors from Trinity Western University, holding a Bachelor of Arts in professional communications, and earned a certificate in applied leadership and public affairs from the Laurentian Leadership Centre.
Photo Credits:
Heather Sorenson
