Utah Skiing Archives

Wasatch Powder Myths: 7 Things Visitors Get Wrong About Utah Snow

Visiting Utah to ski? Locals bust 7 common myths about Wasatch powder, from storm totals to the famous slogan, so you ski smarter this season.

Wasatch Early Season Gear: 6 Upgrades Worth Buying Before Opening Day

Early season in the Wasatch rewards skiers who arrive prepared. Six gear picks, from shells to traction, that make October and November laps smoother.

Interlodge, Explained: What Happens When Little Cottonwood Canyon Closes for 2026-27

How interlodge closures work in Little Cottonwood Canyon: what the order means, how long it lasts, and how to plan around avalanche mitigation for 2026-27.

Brighton vs. Solitude for 2026-27: Which Big Cottonwood Resort Fits Your Ski Style

Brighton vs. Solitude for 2026-27: terrain, night skiing, passes, and parking compared so you can pick the right Big Cottonwood resort.

Wasatch Ski Pass Cheat Sheet for 2026-27: Ikon, Epic, and Local Options Compared

Compare Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and local Utah passes for 2026-27. Days, blackouts, and which pass fits how you ski the Wasatch.

Utah’s Under-the-Radar Ski Areas for 2026-27: 5 Spots Locals Love That Visitors Miss

Skip the lift lines this winter. Five under-the-radar Utah ski areas offer new terrain, Utah's earliest opening, and tickets far below big-resort prices.

Powder Mountain 2026-27: Why the Cat Skiing Crowd Keeps Coming Back

Powder Mountain 2026-27 guide. New DMI lift, Sundown Express, opening target December 11, and why the cat skiing crowd keeps driving north to Eden.

Wasatch Avalanche Awareness: 9 Questions Resort Skiers Ask for 2026-27

Wasatch avalanche basics for 2026-27: reading the Utah Avalanche Center forecast, spotting red flags, and knowing when to stay in bounds.

Wasatch Pre-Season Ski Fitness: A 6-Week Plan for 2026-27

Opening day in the Wasatch is eight weeks out. This pre-season ski fitness checklist builds the legs, balance, and stamina you need for first chair.

Alta vs. Snowbird for 2026-27: Picking Your Little Cottonwood Side

Alta and Snowbird share one road and one storm track. Here is how terrain, crowds, parking, and pass value compare for 2026-27 so you can pick your side.