Skiing at Alta
ALTA SKI AREA
There is a spirit to Alta. Perhaps it is because generations of skiers have been able to pass on their love for the mountain to family and friends. Alta became a ski area the winter season of 1938-39. A passionate group of local businessmen and relief from the tax burdens of a long-time Alta miner were the catalysts for the formation of Alta.
Alta was the first ski area in Utah to install a lift, two years behind Sun Valley, Idaho's installation in 1936. Alta grew slowly, building new lifts as the numbers of skiers grew and working with businesses in the area to provide day shelters and eventually lodging.
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Lodging at Alta
Choose from a variety of authentic mountain lodges and accommodations right at the base of Alta Ski Resort
Alta's Rustler Lodge
Located in the town of Alta, Utah at the base of the Alta Ski Resort, which boasts of 500 inches of "the greatest snow on Earth" annually.
Visit SiteAlta Lodge
A traditional, historic ski hotel with ski-in, ski-out access at the base of Alta Ski Area, and only one mile from Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort.
Visit SiteGoldminer's Daughter
Nestled at the foot of Alta Ski Resort and a short shuttle from Snowbird, your home away from home in the mountains.
Visit SiteAlta Peruvian Lodge
A traditional European-style all-inclusive ski lodge in Alta that offers nostalgic charm, top-notch dining and enough powder to delight.
Visit SiteAlta's Snowpine Lodge
Alta's finest year-round luxury hotel provides guests with a superior mountain experience, magnificent views, and unsurpassed dining.
Visit SiteAlta Chalets
Since 1995, managing an expansive selection of Alta and Snowbird lodging options, from private home and cabin rentals to ski condos and chalets.
Visit SiteCanyon Services
Canyon Services manages the best vacation rentals and ski condos in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah's spectacular powder skiing destination.
Visit SiteThe Alta Community
Discover the local organizations and resources that make Alta a special place to visit and explore
Alta Visitor's Bureau
Plan your trip by building a list of what to do, where to go, and where to eat by using our "Favoriting" feature.
VISIT SITETown of Alta
Visitors services include a town event calendar, recreation options and other crucial information for your stay.
VISIT SITEFriends of Alta
The Mission of Friends of Alta is to protect the environment of Alta, including watershed and wildlife habitat areas.
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