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January 5th, 2009 — Family, Kids, Lessons, New York, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks
Bristol Mountain Resort is located in Canandaigua, NY, US
Phone - (585) 374 6000
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Website: http://www.bristolmountain.com/
About the Resort -
The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort offers one of the tallest vertical drops out of every ski area in the Adirondack and Catskill areas as well as the Rocky Mountains. The longest run at the Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is over two miles long, and Bristol Mountain is also known for providing night skiing and snowboarding until 10 o'clock pm. There are two different terrain parks, the more difficult of which offers half a mile worth of length and includes a pipe that is 425' long. Many skiers and snowboarders regard the Bristol Mountain Ski Resort as a hidden secret amount all who visit for the first time.
What You Need to Know -
The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is located in the Finger Lakes Winery Country, and has an exciting vertical rise and drop of 1,200 feet. This is a family oriented resort that offers state of the art snowmaking for 97% of the trails and slopes, and 96% of everything that is covered with lighting. The Bristol Mountain Ski Area offers a 2,200 foot summit, 160 acres of terrain and 110" of annual snow. 97 percent of all snow is produced on site. The ski season for the Bristol Mountain Ski Area typically begins around late November and runs until the beginning weeks of April. Bristol Mountain has a nice division of terrain types, with 33 trails and a 10,560 foot run. The toughest trail in the area is called Quantum Leap. There are 2 quads, two triples, 1 double and 1 surface lifts, two terrain parks and one half pipe on site.
Tips for Beginners -
Lessons are offered every day via a Snow Sports School that is certified by the Professional Instructors of America. There are over 240 different instructors on staff, with expertise in all disciplines of skiing and snowboarding. There is also a children's center that offers great instruction programs for children, as well as state certified childcare. The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort also offers rental equipment for beginners without their own gear, including modern shaped skis and strap-in snowboarding equipment.
Fees -
Bristol Mountain offers the same lift ticket rates on weekdays, weekends and holidays. Adult full day lift tickets are $51 dollars, and half day lift tickets are $48 dollars. Junior and senior lift tickets for full days are $42 dollars, and half day lift tickets for these individuals are $39 dollars. The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort offers 8 hour start anytime tickets and 4 hour start anytime tickets, as well as mini week lift ticket passes, which are $120 for adults and $114 for seniors and juniors.
Bristol Mountain also offers rental gear. Snowboarding packages and Ski packages are $26 dollars and junior ski and snowboarding packages are $16 dollars. Skiing and snowboarding packages include all gear necessary to hit the slopes.
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January 1st, 2009 — Kids, Lessons, New York, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is located in Findley Lake, NY US
Phone - (716) 355 4141
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About the Resort -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is nestled in Southwestern New York, offering a stunning 105 acres worth of terrain that can be skied and snowboarded on. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa makes 100 percent of their snow, meaning that you can easily enjoy a full day of fun no matter when you visit during the ski season. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also provides night skiing, which offers a completely unique skiing experience, especially for first timers.
What You Need to Know -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa offers 105 acres of skiable terrain, with 200" of annual snow, 100% of which is generated. The season begins on November 24, 2008 and is slated to end on April 1, 2009. Peek'n Peak is known for offering excellent night time skiing and plenty of exciting terrain that caters to all levels of experience. There are 27 total trails, and the longest run is nearly a mile at 4,100 feet. The toughest trail is called Cross Bow. There are 6 triple lifts, two doubles, and two "other". The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a half pipe and three different terrain parks.
Tips for Beginners -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is known for providing some of the best learning facilities in the region, which includes learning programs designed for children, which are typically hard to come by. Learn to ski or to ride for $60 for a group class, or learn during a one hour private session for $85 dollars. Peek'n Peak offers some of the best learning instruction for beginners and experts alike, including a learn to ride program and snowboarding 101, and lessons for first time skiers that includes an all day beginner area lift ticket, all day rental equipment and a 1.5 hour group lesson.
Fees -
On weekends and holidays, adult full day lift tickets are $54 dollars and half day tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $41 dollars and half day tickets are $35 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. On weekdays, adult full day lift tickets are $47 and half day lift tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $36 dollars and half day tickets are $31 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. Half days begin a little later than most resorts, at 4 o'clock pm, because of the everyday night skiing.
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a Peak Advantage Card, offering 40% off on everything, including lessons and lift tickets. They are also currently offering $37 lift tickets from the beginning of the season to December 24, 08 and then again on March 2, 09 until the end of the season, saving 35%. The resort also offers rental gear, with ski packages for $28 dollars or $21 dollars for adults and juniors respectively, and snowboarding packages going for $33 dollars and $26 dollars for adults and juniors respectively.
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December 31st, 2008 — Family, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Utah
Park City Mountain Resort is located in: Park City, UT
Phone: (800) 222-7275
Website: http://www.parkcitymountain.com/winter/index.html
About the Resort:
Park City Mountain Resort is considered by many to be one of the finest ski resorts in the world. With a great location, some recent renovations and a commitment to sustaining the environment, it’s easy to see why they are so popular. This is a huge resort that has been in operation for more than 40 years and during that time, they have built up some serious return business.
What You Need to Know:
You’ll have access to more than 3300 acres of skiing fun during your stay here. There are 16 lifts serving the more than 100 trails throughout the park. There are some serious runs here, with the longest being 18,000 feet. However, they have a great mix of beginner runs as well as expert runs. This is a family friendly resort, and there are plenty of different activities to enjoy while you are here.
The season starts here in mid-November and runs through mid-April. There are some great resources for snowboarders here and the terrain parks have really been built with them in mind.
Tips for Beginners:
Park City Mountain Resort is known for the educational programs, and there is no better place to learn how to ski. Their children’s lessons are renowned and they also offer some great options for adults as well. Even though just 17% of the trails are for beginners, there are plenty of places to learn how to ski and then test out your skills.
The classes here are kept small to ensure that everyone has a chance to learn at their own pace, and most will break for a lunch, and that is even included in the price of the lesson. For the money, this is the single best place to learn how to ski in the area.
Fees:
Early Season
opening to 12-12-08 Adult Youth Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $154 $92 N/A $98
3 of 7 Days $231 $138 N/A $147
4 of 7 Days $308 $184 N/A $196
5 of 7 Days $385 $230 N/A $245
6 of 7 Days $462 $276 N/A $294
Regular Season
Dec. 13 - 19
Jan. 12 - Close Adult Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $166 $104 N/A $112
3 of 7 Days $249 $156 N/A $168
4 of 7 Days $332 $208 N/A $224
5 of 7 Days $415 $260 N/A $280
6 of 7 Days $498 $312 N/A $336
Super Holiday
Dec. 20 - Jan. 11 Adult Youth Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $170 $208 N/A $224
3 of 7 Days $255 $158 N/A $170
4 of 7 Days $340 $210 N/A $226
5 of 7 Days $425 $262 N/A $282
6 of 7 Days $510 $314 N/A $338
How to Get There:
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From the Salt Lake City International Airport
1. Upon leaving the SLC Airport Exit head East on Interstate 80 for 4.4 miles
2. Merge onto I-15 South / I-80 East heading southbound for 2.5 miles
3. Continue on I-80 Eastbound for 21 miles
4. Exit I-80 at the Kimball Junction/Park City Exit # 145
5. Bear right heading southbound on UT-224 for 6 miles
6. Turn right onto Empire Avenue and follow road up to the base parking facilities
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December 26th, 2008 — Cross Country Ski, Family, Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snoeshoe, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks, Vermont
Okemo Mountain Resort is located in Ludlow, Vermont, United States
Phone - (802) 228-4041 / (800) 78 OKEMO
Website - http://www.okemo.com/okemowinter/
About the Resort -
Okemo Mountain Resort is regarded as providing the most extensive coverage in Vermont, as well as the state's highest vertical at 2,200 feet, along with an efficient and modern lift system and a vast network of trails that spreads over five different mountain areas, meaning that if you are looking for the ultimate in skiing and snowboarding for your winter vacation, Okemo Mountain Resort has what you need. Okemo is the home to a gigantic Super Pipe, along with five different action packed terrain parks, and offers day care for those who are too young to hit the slopes so that you can enjoy the powder without worrying about your little ones. Take advantage of activities like cross country skiing, back country skiing, a winter indoor golf academy, and snowshoeing among other activities provided by this unique and vast snow resort.
What You Need to Know -
Okemo's reputation speaks volumes about what you can expect when you arrive. Okemo Mountain Resort is known for providing incredible and varied terrain, legendary conditions and service that simply cannot be rivaled. The family ownership behind the Okemo Mountain Resort is what keeps it operating so smoothly, thanks to Tim and Diane Mueller and their commitment to absolute excellence. The Okemo Mountain Resort just recently added a new area, the Jackson Gore Inn and Base Facility, and with it comes a brand new terrain area and an assortment of new culinary options as well.
Tips for Beginners -
The first thing that you should know as a beginner is that you can rent gear if you do not have gear of your own. Ski packages and snowboarding packages are $18.00 dollars for adults, and $20.00 for juniors and seniors. Ski rental packages include skis, boots and poles, and snowboard packages include boards and boots.
The next thing to know as a beginner to the slopes is that the Okemo Mountain Resort offers a cutting edge learning center with numerous instructional programs including private instruction, semi private instruction and group lessons as well. Children's ski programs include Snow Star Skiers for ages 4 to 7 and Young Mountain Explorers intended for ages 7 to 14. there are also snowboarding programs for ages 5 to 7 (Snow Star Riders) and 7 to 14 (Young Riders).
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Fees -
For every day that an adult would like to enjoy the slopes, lift tickets are up to $77 a day, with junior skiers are expected to pay up $50 a day. There are packages which cover savings over longer periods and are subject to availability. Renting either a ski or snowboarding package will run $20 a day for junior guests, and $18 a day for adults. If you plan on spending a few days at the slopes, buying a season pass may be the most advantageous option, as it offers discounts on lodging, lift tickets and other aspects of your ski and snow vacation that a traditional lift ticket will not afford you.
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December 25th, 2008 — Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks, Vermont
About the Resort -
Killington Resort is located in Killington, Vermont
Phone - (802) 422-6200 / (800) 621-MTNS
Website- http://www.killington.com/winter/index.html
Killington Resort is the largest ski resort in the northeast US, with a large variety of terrain types to keep skiers and snowboarders busy throughout the season. December 13th of this year marks the 50th anniversary of the slopes initial opening back in 1958. In celebration, the resort has spent over 8 million dollars on slope improvements.
A single lift ticket will give you access to 33 lifts leading to 200 trails, all across the 4200 foot high peak. There are over a hundred properties available, from a first class resort, to cozy little country inns. There are also town homes and condominiums available, as well as single family homes.
The mountain is maintained by a fleet of 18 vehicles, which treat and groom over half of the mountain every night. With 250 inches of snow a year, the slopes will provide an excellent experience every day of the season.
What You Need to Know -
The resorts season starts November 14th, 2008 and ends April 19th, 2009. Over the course of the year, the resort will receive on average just about 21 feet of snow. Across 1200 acres, there are 191 trails spread about roughly evenly from green, blue and single black difficulties. The lifts run at a capacity of 52,000 guests an hour.
Tips for Beginners -
Killington resort offers a large number of lessons for both its junior guests and its adult guests. For the juniors, there are five daily lesson programs of varying difficulty, as well as a season long camp program for young skiers of all ages. These programs provide young skiers the chance to learn new skills or improve old ones. The minimum requirement regarding the kids skill level is that they be able to get on the lift by themselves.
Adult programs are available on a one on one basis or as part of a group. Daily group lessons will instruct skiers of any skill level in the techniques of the sport. There are beginners, intermediate and advance classes, so skiers of any level will find benefit. There are also special classes for jump practice, and even a season camp program for adult learners.
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Fees -
Lift tickets for adults start at $82 per day, with multiple days enjoying a small discount. Starting at three or more days, guests to the mountain get to enjoy a grace day using their pass for 3 out of 4 days and so on. Junior skiers start at $65 a day.
Equipment rentals are available at a per day rate, with small discounts for multiple day rentals. For adults, a full package, which includes skis, poles and boots or a snowboard and boots, starts at $39 a day. Come with your own boots for $4 off per day. Junior visitors enjoy the full package for $26 a day, with $3 off per day for bringing their own boots. There are plenty of other deals offered on a daily basis, so skiers should keep an eye out for great deals.
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December 24th, 2008 — Family, Kids, Lessons, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Tips and Tricks
If you are new to the idea of skiing, but planning to visit a resort and want to hit the slopes for the first time, it is important that you take the time to consider ski or snowboarding instruction. Most large scale skiing resorts offer some form of instruction, which is available either in private one-on-one lessons, family lessons or larger group lessons. Choosing the right type of lessons is important if you want to be successful at learning how to ski. Obviously, depending on how long you plan to be in town, the speed of your learning is going to be important. You do not want to spend the entire visit in lessons only to run out of time before you can implement everything you learned on a beginner slope. Here are some of your instruction opportunities.
Private Lessons -
If you have absolutely no skiing experience, and you want to learn relatively quickly, then private one-on-one lessons are usually a good idea. These entail a learning experience where it is only you and the instructor. If you have a lot of questions or need special care or treatment, then choose a private lesson where the instructor can focus all of his attention on you. The primary advantages to private lessons are the ability to ask more questions and get more attention, and the ability to hit the slopes more quickly since your instructor will be there to keep an eye on you.
Family Lessons -
Family lessons have a somewhat different format to them, because you will be working with a private instructor, but your entire family will be there so it is not quite a one on one experience. If you and your spouse have some working understanding of skiing and you want to impart that onto your children, this is an excellent style of skiing lessons. If everyone is new to the concept of skiing it may not be ideal for the entire family to learn all at once unless you consider a group experience instead where everyone is a beginner.
Group Lessons -
Group lessons are popular, and therefore are offered by most skiing and snowboarding resorts. The purpose behind group lessons is to act as a class, where everyone is brand new to the concept of skiing, and all of the basics can be learned as a group with a single instructor calling the shots. The format here is obviously different because you are sharing the time with other people and will not be able to ask as many questions, but it is an excellent place to learn if you only want to get the basics down and have time to hit the slopes later when you are feeling more comfortable.
You will learn a lot about skiing no matter which style of lessons you choose, so choose the one that you feel most comfortable with and enjoy the powder!
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December 9th, 2008 — Colorado, Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks
Keystone Resort is located in: Georgetown, CO
Phone: (303) 571-5580
Website: http://www.skiloveland.com/
About the Resort:
When you think of Colorado, Boulder and Denver are the first cities that come to mind, but if you’ve never been to Georgetown, you’re missing out. The Loveland area is awesome for skiing and we found this to easily be one of our favorite Colorado resorts. Stretching out over more than 1300 acres, this is a vast complex that has a lot to offer skiers of all disciplines and all skill levels.
The resort is about an hour away from Denver, and you’ll find plenty of other things to see and do here, surprisingly enough, after you’re done skiing. The accommodations were very nice and overall, we had a great time and can’t wait to go back.
What You Need to Know:
The season opens early here, in mid-October and runs all the way through May, so you’ll have more than enough time to indulge your passion for skiing – and this is definitely one of the best places to do it. It’s a huge resort and they move people quickly, so overcrowding is an issue. Although they make a minimum of snow, we found the trails to be well groomed at all times.
This is more of a skiers resort than snowboarders, but they do offer one terrain park that is fantastic. We were very impressed by their pricing and special offers, and had a great time during our stay. The resort is open from 9 to 4, Monday through Friday, but they do open a half hour earlier on the weekends so you can get some extra time in on the slopes.
Tips for Beginners:
This is a great resort for beginners and they really take care of you here. While only 17% of the trails are good for beginners, they do provide plenty of instruction as well as reduced pricing. The only trail you’re really going to want to avoid is called Over the Rainbow, and there are a few at the top that should only be attempted by experts.
The best part about this resort is their Free Pass policy. If you buy three lessons, you’ll get a free season pass for the rest of the year. Considering how much you’ll be saving, this is a terrific offer and one that was incredibly smart. The teachers here are great, especially with kids and we found them to be very patient and they definitely knew their stuff.
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Fees:
Lift Tickets
Weekend/Holiday Weekday
Full Day 1/2 Day Full Day 1/2 Day
Adult $50.00 $40.00 $50.00 $40.00
Junior $22.00 $22.00 $22.00 $22.00
Senior $39.00 $39.00 $39.00 $39.00
*Note: 1/2 day starts at 9:00
Recommended Package: “Polar Explorers for kids is a 4-week program offered for 7-14 year old intermediate or above skiers and snowboarders. Package includes full-day lesson, lift ticket, and lunch, with the same instructor for all four weeks.”
Rental Gear
Adult Junior Senior
Ski Package $20.00 $12.00 $20.00
Snowboard Package $28.00 $25.00 $28.00
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December 8th, 2008 — Colorado, Cross Country Ski, Family, Halfpipes, Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Snow, Snowboarding
Eldora Mountain Resort is located: 20 miles from Boulder, CO
Phone: (303) 440-8700
Website: http://www.eldora.com/
About the Resort:
There aren’t many resorts in the Boulder area, but this is one of the best. Actually located in Nederland, but easily accessible from many points across the state, this resort is quickly becoming quite popular. Their rates are pretty reasonable and we found the powder to be exceptional. Even though the area gets around 300 inches of snow a year, the resort makes a bunch on their own to ensure you’re always going to have a great experience on the runs. The staff is helpful and this is a great place to take the family.
What You Need to Know:
The season opens a bit late here and closes a little early, running from Mid-November to the first part of April. That’s not much time to a lot of skiing in, unless you live nearby. However, we found that the resort does pack them in and move them along. They have numerous lifts and move around 8,000 people an hour, which is pretty standard for a resort that is this size.
There are 53 trails currently in operation, spread out over 680 acres, so you won’t be bumping elbows with anyone. The facilities are well set up and they keep the trails patrolled and in excellent condition. We found it to be one of the nicest resorts we’ve been to in a while and even though it’s a little small in some ways, it’s well worth the trip.
The cross country center brings in a lot of people each year, and even if you’ve never tried this before, we highly recommend it. You’ll be able to get a great crash course in cross country skiing amidst some of the most beautiful country in Colorado. It is also a place that is very friendly to snowboarders and even though there are no halfpipes, the resort offers four different terrain parks. Most only offer two, so if you love to board, this is the place to do it.
Tips for Beginners:
You’ll find out 20% of the trails here are suitable for beginners and the only one you’ll really want to avoid is Moose Glades. This resort is geared a little more towards intermediate and advanced skiers, but they still have a very good instructional program. Lessons are frequently held throughout the day and they do offer special discounts and inclusive packages with gear.
The kids lessons here are among the best we’ve found and they will even teach youngsters as young as three. They offer instruction in numerous disciplines, including downhill, alpine and cross country. Snowboarding lessons are also available and the techniques taught in all of their classes are solid and will pay off.
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Fees:
Lift Tickets
Weekend/Holiday Weekday
Full Day 1/2 Day Full Day 1/2 Day
Adult $56.00 $46.00 $56.00 $46.00
Junior $36.00 N/A $36.00 N/A
Senior $31.00 N/A $31.00 N/A
*Note: 1/2 day starts at 12:30
Rental Gear
Adult Junior Senior
Ski Package $37.00 $22.00 $37.00
Snowboard Package $38.00 $33.00 $38.00
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December 5th, 2008 — Kids, Product Reviews, Skiing, Skis
If you’re ready to take your kids out on the slopes, it’s a good idea to make sure they have the right equipment. While it’s perfectly fine to rent equipment, especially if they will only be skiing on vacation, if they show an interest in the sport, it’s a good idea to spring for a pair of skis that they can learn on and grow comfortable with. It’s important to pick a pair of skis that will actually fit your child, and outfitting them with adult skis is asking for a disaster. Take the time to have the skis professionally fitted if at all possible. This will give your kids the firm foundation they need to begin learning the right way.
This year, there are many new skis that have come out just for kids. Most are great, all purpose skis that will get the job done, but there were a few standouts that we found. These skis are highly recommended by the pros and will give any junior skier the support to get down the mountain safely and have a lot of fun while they are at it.
Volkl Junior's Mantra Skis (bindings not included)
Volkl is known for producing some awesome skis, and their kid’s models are no different. They may be a bit pricey, but you do get what you pay for. The skis come in designs and colors that kids will love and they are just right for pretty much any kind of skiing, including downhill and alpine. We loved the fact that these skis are handmade with a special wooden core. This gives them a unique feel and a unique edge that is unsurpassed.
These skis are a bit wide, but that makes them well suited for beginners. If your kids are already pretty advanced and looking to carve, these may not be the best choice, but overall, we found them to be perfect for most uses and they are certainly a great entry level ski for kids. The bindings are not included, so you will need to have them fitted at a store to make sure that everything goes together properly.
Roxy Juicy Skis w/ Integral Juicy Binding
This is another great brand name that is well known for their kid’s skis. We loved the designs this year and kids will appreciate just how well these skis work. They have a very light inner core that makes them easier to maneuver, and we found that they were well suited to general skiing. We don’t really recommend them for advanced junior skiers, but they work very well for rank beginners all the way up to intermediate skiers.
Parents will appreciate the integrated bindings, which means that not only do you save money with them, but there is a lot less of a chance of having the bindings disappear - which is pretty common with kids. For the money, this is a solid ski and one that we highly recommend, especially for novices.
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November 19th, 2008 — Family, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Utah
Snowbasin Resort is located in: Huntsville, UT
Phone: (801) 620-1000
Website: http://www.snowbasin.com/
About the Resort:
This is an enormous resort with more than 3200 ski-able acres and it is easy to see why it became so popular so quickly. There are few resorts in this area that can lay claim to snow this good, service this spectacular, or skiing that is this much fun. We were pleasantly surprised by just how much fun we had here and this is definitely a great place to take the family.
What You Need to Know:
The season starts during the last week in November and runs through mid-April. They get plenty of snow here, but they do make about 20% of it, just to keep the trails going smoothly. We found everything to be very well groomed however and there was more than enough snow on the ground.
There are numerous lifts that move nearly 15,000 people an hour, so waiting in line is not common. With more than 113 trails at your disposal, no matter what kind of skier you are you should be able to find the right trail for you. We loved the deep powder glades, and you’ll also find some great bowls, as well as some exciting downhill action here.
Tips for Beginners:
They have put aside about 20% of the trails for beginners here and there are lessons all day long. This is a great place to learn the fundamentals of skiing and the trails are very safe. Kids can learn a lot about skiing here and they’ll be able to learn from some of the best in the sport right here.
When you take a class here, you get a free lift ticket, so it’s well worth the money. Adult and child classes are available, and we found the instructors to be patient and very well versed.
Fees:
Lift Tickets
Weekend/Holiday Weekday
Full Day 1/2 Day Full Day 1/2 Day
Adult $62 $51 $62 $51
Junior $39 $31 $39 $31
Senior $50 $35 $50 $35
*Note: 1/2 day starts at 12:30
New for 2007-08 Multi-Day Lift Ticket Savings: 3 out of 5 days $156 or 5 out of 7days $255 Discount Cards - Adult $35.00 Child -$25.00 Additional Child $10.00 Must be a Utah Resident
Adult Discount w/ Direct To Lift Card $50.00
Child Discount w/ Direct To Lift Card $32.00
Half Day Adult Discount w/ Diredt To Lift Card $40.00
Half Day Child Discount w/ Direct To Lift Card $25.00
Snowbasin Local's Only Passport Book - 10 days $490.00 Must be Utah resident. A valid drivers license must be presented at time of purchase. 1 coupon book per person. 1 coupon redeemed per day. Non-refundable.
How to Get There:
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From Park City:
Take I-80 eastbound and exit to I-84 westbound. Proceed west on I-84 to Peterson/Mt. Green (exit #96). Turn left on Old Highway heading west to Mountain Green. Turn right on State Road 167 heading north (just east of the Sinclair station). Turn left on State Road 226 heading west and proceed approximately three miles to Snowbasin.
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