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Salt Lake City Winter Trip Planning

When you combine big city amenities with unbeatable access to four world-class resorts that feature The Greatest Snow on Earth®, you’ll have a winter vacation that is truly West of Conventional. Families, friends, and powderhounds will find a diversity of lodging, terrain options, and off-mountain activities to fill your adventurous mountain vacation – one that’ll fit every budget. Whether you’re here for a long haul, chasing storms, or you’re in it for the après, adventure abounds with Salt Lake’s unique urban-meets-mountain basecamp setting.

Save big and experience the storied terrain of Alta, Brighton, Snowbird, and Solitude with the Salt Lake Ski Super Pass. Salt Lake combines the endless urban activities and rich cultural offerings of a big city – but with quick mountain access. Once you’ve had your fill of our famous Utah powder, be sure to enjoy après ski - Salt Lake style. There are dozens of brewpubs, bars, cafes and James Beard-nominated dining options open to satiate all tastes. Don’t forget to catch a Utah Jazz basketball game, touring Broadway shows such as Hamilton at the Eccles Theater or the internationally renowned Utah Symphony. Whatever you choose to do during your stay, a scenic 35-minute drive will connect you from the city to the mountains.

Stay, Eat, Play, and Recharge

Find the perfect option for your type of winter vacation

Where the Powderhounds Stay

Ski-in and ski-out lodging in the Cottonwood Canyon ski resorts offer an experience that you’re not likely to forget. Meanwhile, accommodations in the heart of Salt Lake offer full services including onsite restaurants, spas, and more luxuries. You’ll also find a variety of vacation rentals, Airbnb's, spacious private homes, condos, and lodges with plenty of room for you and your family to enjoy your Salt Lake mountain getaway. Chances are you’ll see several of our 500+ inches of snowfall during your stay. 

Evo Hotel

Evo Hotel

evo Hotel has been thoughtfully designed to provide all humans with a one-of-a-kind lodging experience for the…

Alta Lodge

Alta Lodge

During the winter, a stay at Alta Lodge is the classic ski vacation – reminiscent of the days when ski…

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Refueling for Powderhounds

With thousands of eating establishments to choose from - running the gamut from posh to plebian - in recent years Salt Lake has become a renowned dining destination with restaurants that defy convention. Dig in at James Beard nominated restaurants, find a specialty hole-in-the-wall and sample some of Salt Lake’s farm-to-table fare.   

Hog Wallow Pub

Hog Wallow Pub

Secluded in pine trees, The Hog Wallow Pub is located kitty-corner to the historic Old Mill ruin at the base…

Tuscany

Tuscany

Authentic Italian restaurant with a mountain lodge theme at the base of the Wasatch Mountains. Wine Spectator…

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More Powderhound Playgrounds

Salt Lake presents a diverse and vibrant tapestry of cultural arts and performances in every discipline from touring Broadway performances in grand halls like the Eccles Theater to edgy, boundary-pushing local plays produced in small black box theaters on the fringes. Our year-round arts and culture scene pairs perfectly with 30+ local breweries, Utah Jazz basketball and over 40 major attractions to keep you busy. The Salt Lake Connect Attractions Pass grants you access to Salt Lake’s best attractions at one awesome price.  

Kilby Court

Kilby Court

Currently Salt Lake City’s longest running all ages venue, Kilby Court is loved as a springboard stage for…

Liberty Park

Liberty Park

A spacious city park with walking/running paths, swimming pool, tennis courts, paddle boats, children’s…

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Where a Powderhound Recharges

The arts of wellness and living well go hand in hand in Salt Lake. Between stellar spas in the urban core and nearby alpine canyons and one of the country’s few licensed herbal apothecaries, options for soothing mind, body, and spirit abound. We’re home to a three-day ski camp that helps you find your flow and to the stress-relieving rhythms of a traveling Drum Bus.  

The Cliff Spa

The Cliff Spa

Located atop The Cliff Lodge, The Cliff Spa offers over 30 massage treatments and salon services, yoga and…

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Family Friendly Places to Stay

Ski-in and ski-out lodging in the Cottonwood Canyon ski resorts offer an experience that you’re not likely to forget. Meanwhile, accommodations in the heart of Salt Lake offer full services including onsite restaurants, spas, and more luxuries. You’ll also find a variety of vacation rentals, Airbnb's, spacious private homes, condos, and lodges with plenty of room for you and your family to enjoy your Salt Lake mountain getaway. Chances are you’ll see several of our 500+ inches of snowfall during your stay. 

Brighton Chalets

Brighton Chalets

Individual chalets. Brighton Ski Area. Between Silver Lake's summertime fishing and Brighton's famous powder…

Alta Chalets

Alta Chalets

Alta Chalets embodies a premium selection of ski and snowboard accommodations in Alta and Snowbird. We offer…

The Iron Blosam

The Iron Blosam

The Iron Blosam Lodge, Snowbird's premier timeshare development, provides everything needed for a successful…

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Great Places for Family Eats

With thousands of eating establishments to choose from - running the gamut from posh to plebian - in recent years Salt Lake has become a renowned dining destination with restaurants that defy convention. Dig in at James Beard nominated restaurants, find a specialty hole-in-the-wall and sample some of Salt Lake’s farm-to-table fare.   

HallPass SLC

HallPass SLC

HallPass allows guests to experience these new-to-Utah tastes in an environment filled with a stylish and…

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Playgrounds Ready for All Ages

Salt Lake presents a diverse and vibrant tapestry of cultural arts and performances in every discipline from touring Broadway performances in grand halls like the Eccles Theater to edgy, boundary-pushing local plays produced in small black box theaters on the fringes. Our year-round arts and culture scene pairs perfectly with 30+ local breweries, Utah Jazz basketball and over 40 major attractions to keep you busy. The Salt Lake Connect Attractions Pass grants you access to Salt Lake’s best attractions at one awesome price.  

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Recharge the Whole Family

The arts of wellness and living well go hand in hand in Salt Lake. Between stellar spas in the urban core and nearby alpine canyons and one of the country’s few licensed herbal apothecaries, options for soothing mind, body, and spirit abound. We’re home to a three-day ski camp that helps you find your flow and to the stress-relieving rhythms of a traveling Drum Bus.  

The Gateway

The Gateway

The Gateway is thriving as the vibrant centerpiece to Downtown Salt Lake City. Home to more than a million…

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Upscale Places to Stay

Ski-in and ski-out lodging in the Cottonwood Canyon ski resorts offer an experience that you’re not likely to forget. Meanwhile, accommodations in the heart of Salt Lake offer full services including onsite restaurants, spas, and more luxuries. You’ll also find a variety of vacation rentals, Airbnb's, spacious private homes, condos, and lodges with plenty of room for you and your family to enjoy your Salt Lake mountain getaway. Chances are you’ll see several of our 500+ inches of snowfall during your stay. 

Hotel Monaco

Hotel Monaco

Salt Lake's most dynamic hotel provides modern comfort with unique character allowing you to push your…

Snowpine Lodge

Snowpine Lodge

Alta’s finest luxury resort, the Snowpine Lodge, provides guests with the best ski-in/ski-out access, world…

Peery Hotel

Peery Hotel

The Peery Hotel, built in 1910, is a historic landmark hotel whose architecture is rooted in the Early Prairie…

Inn on the Hill

Inn on the Hill

Majestically perched on Capitol Hill and just two blocks above Downtown Salt Lake City, a stay at Inn on the…

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Specialty Dining and Drinks

With thousands of eating establishments to choose from - running the gamut from posh to plebian - in recent years Salt Lake has become a renowned dining destination with restaurants that defy convention. Dig in at James Beard nominated restaurants, find a specialty hole-in-the-wall and sample some of Salt Lake’s farm-to-table fare.   

Valter's Osteria

Valter's Osteria

Fine Italian restaurant featuring cuisine from chef Valter Nassi's Tuscan homeland. Serving antipasti, house…

Log Haven

Log Haven

Voted "Best Canyon," "Best Restaurant," and "Hall of Fame." Historic mountain retreat minutes from downtown…

HSL

HSL

HSL Restaurant, sister restaurant to Park City’s HANDLE and brought to Salt Lake by Executive Chef Briar…

SLC Eatery

SLC Eatery

Modern American Cuisine in the heart of Salt Lake City! Constantly evolving with our cuisine, we look forward…

The Copper Onion

The Copper Onion

Copper Onion offers a buzzy selection serving locally sourced New American fare, cocktails, and wine. Serving…

Arlo Restaurant

Arlo Restaurant

HELLO! We’re new in town and proud to add a reliably delicious restaurant to the Marmalade district’s historic…

Manoli's

Manoli's

Manoli’s reinterprets Greek cuisine by using fresh, local and seasonal products. All dishes are prepared from…

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Refined Places to Play

Salt Lake presents a diverse and vibrant tapestry of cultural arts and performances in every discipline from touring Broadway performances in grand halls like the Eccles Theater to edgy, boundary-pushing local plays produced in small black box theaters on the fringes. Our year-round arts and culture scene pairs perfectly with 30+ local breweries, Utah Jazz basketball and over 40 major attractions to keep you busy. The Salt Lake Connect Attractions Pass grants you access to Salt Lake’s best attractions at one awesome price.  

Eccles Theater

Eccles Theater

The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater is an exciting new performing arts center on Main Street in the…

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Upscale Places to Recharge

The arts of wellness and living well go hand in hand in Salt Lake. Between stellar spas in the urban core and nearby alpine canyons and one of the country’s few licensed herbal apothecaries, options for soothing mind, body, and spirit abound. We’re home to a three-day ski camp that helps you find your flow and to the stress-relieving rhythms of a traveling Drum Bus.  

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Where to Get Gear and Guides

Whether you’re a powderhound, traveling with your family or looking for a black-diamond experience, there are some universal on-the-ground needs, both gear and groceries.

Ski and snowboard technology is constantly evolving so gear up with the latest and greatest before you hit the slopes. The Salt Lake Ski Super Pass offers rental discounts at several participating retailers. If you’re looking for a curated backcountry experience, there are several highly qualified and experienced outfitters who can show you the ropes and keep you safe.

Outfitters: 

If you want to get your gear on the mountain, start with the rental shops at each of the resorts. Other outfitters found across the Salt Lake Valley offer a variety of gear and price points.

Alta Ski Area

Alta Ski Area

Welcome to Alta, an independent ski area and family-owned since 1938. Alta is proud to be a ski area and not a…

Brighton Resort

Brighton Resort

Great Utah snow, fantastic terrain, and exceptional value are what make Brighton a favorite of skiers and…

Snowbird

Snowbird

29 miles from SLC Airport, Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is North America's most accessible year-round resort…

Ski ‘N See

Ski ‘N See

15 valley-wide shops. Discount lift tickets. Ski & snowboard rentals; all skill levels, big & small groups…

Canyon Sports

Canyon Sports

Downtown location. Ski, snowboard, and bicycle rentals. Overnight tune-ups and repairs. 25% off tune-up with…

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Where to Shop

If you decide to whip up some meals at your rental or extended stay residence, there are a plethora of shopping options from chain grocery stores to local-first markets.

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Skiers at Alta Ski Area

Winter Activities

Utah is truly nature's playground—and Salt Lake is the perfect base camp. Winter in Salt Lake has more to offer than just cold, snow…

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