Alta Ski Area
Alta, UT 84092
Phone: (801) 742-3333
- Hours:
- Daily 9:15am-4:30pm
Editorial Review for Alta Ski Area – by Heather King
In Short
Alta is famous for its deep powder and heritage. This resort limits the number of skiers in order to protect each person's experience. Just a mile beyond Snowbird, at the top of Little Cottonwood Canyon, Alta is at the center of Albion Basin. It's still owned by the original families that started skiing here in 1938. It features the second oldest chairlift in the country, and receives 500 inches of snow annually.
Vital Stats
Vertical Drop: 2,020 feet
Top Elevation: 10,550 feet
Skiable Acres: 2,200
Runs: 116
Annual Snowfall: 500 inches
Snowboarding: None
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoAlta is one of the few remaining ski-only retreats and does not allow snowboarding.
The ExtrasAlf Engen Ski School, snowmaking equipment, nearby (unaffiliated) restaurants and lodging.
User Reviews for Alta Ski Area
01/28/2003 Posted by me_whee
Good challenges. Tough. Not for beginners, no matter what the literature says. Great ski instructors. Greg Underwood is tops--both alpine and telemark. Rustler Lodge is like home, but on the pricey side.
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