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Expert Opinion

"One of the great powder resorts of the world 'The Bird' is not for the faint-hearted. Superb terrain, perfect powder - a must for any serious skier or boarder."

Our expert James Rivers

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Resort Scorecard

Beginners
6 / 10
Intermediates
6 / 10
Experts
10 / 10
Families
7 / 10
Nightlife
4 / 10
Village Charm
5 / 10
Affordability
4 / 10
Non Ski Activities
6 / 10
Sustainable Tourism
7 / 10
Season:
18 Nov 2011 - May 2012
Nearest Airport:
Salt Lake City
Flight Time:
8hrs + 3hrs
Direct Flight:
No, 1 stop
Transfer Time:
45 minutes
Transport:
Transfer or Car Hire
Elevation:
11,000 ft
Vertical Drop:
3,240 ft
Avg Snowfall:
41 ft
Ski Area:
2,500 acres
Ski Lifts:
11
Runs:
85
Grade:
35% advanced
38% intermediates
27% beginners

The legendary terrain of Snowbird and Alta has a pure, natural quality. Receiving over 40 feet of virgin powder every year, skiing here is unadulterated pleasure. Snowbird has recently opened a link to neighbouring Alta (only for skiers - boarders are not allowed at Alta) making the ski area one of the largest in the USA.

Snowbird and Alta don't offer much for beginners but are ideal for those at the upper end of intermediate wanting to tackle off-piste and powder skiing. The confirmed expert will lap up the double-blacks, moguls and tree skiing.

We recommend staying in Snowbird where several ski-in ski-out hotel and condo properties, including the excellent Cliff Lodge, sit end to end down the middle of the valley (to avoid damage by avalanches!). All resort facilities are within walking distance.

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SKI EXTRAS

Snowbird lift passes, rentals & ski school - big discounts!

SKI SAFARIS

Combine Snowbird with other nearby ski resorts.

HOW GREEN?

Read about Snowbird's green initiatives.

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