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Search ArticlesFrom First Snow to First Chair
The fall colors are fading as we welcome our first measurable snowfall of the season, with more on the way this week. With a little more help from Mother Nature, we are just 38 days from the start of our 89th winter at Alta Ski Area. Opening Day is scheduled for Friday, November 20th—conditions permitting. We are excited for the upcoming winter and ready to turn the page on last year's challenging 88th anniversary season which saw just 321 inches of seasonal snowfall.
hidden in plain sight
Summer Trail Map Just 30 miles east of Salt Lake City, wildflower-filled meadows and scenic vistas have made Alta an accessible and beloved summer destination. But beyond the popular paths and bustle of Albion Basin and Cecret Lake, lie a handful of overlooked trails with additional stunning scenery and fewer people. These three underrated trails are a great way to uncover Alta's hidden gems and surely deserve a spot on your summer hiking bucket list.
Steeped In Tradition Episode 13 – Powder 88s
By Alta Ski Area 06-09-2026 Steeped In Tradition Episode 13 – Powder 88s. In celebration of our 88th season, Alta Ski Area, Sweetgrass Productions, 20 skiers, five judges and two announcers pulled off the first Alta Powder 8 Championship in almost three decades—during the least-snowiest season on record.
The World’s First Hot Dog Discovered at Alta
An astonishing little slice of Alta history was unearthed last summer, forever altering our perception of the past. While digging a trench for an upgraded snowmaking system, Alta employees and local archaeologists unearthed myriad artifacts from the original townsite of Alta’s silver mining outpost. In the summer of 2025, our teams went to work alongside the Transfer Tow, upgrading our decades-old snowmaking system and the electrical and culinary lines for the Town of Alta.
It's Not over Yet
By Alta Ski Area 04-08-2026 Celebrating the Final month of our 88th season. Between warm days and wild storms, spring skiing season has arrived on the slopes of Alta. Following a historically warm and mild first half of Alta’s 88th season, the second half got off to a relatively strong start.
International Women's Day 2026
On Sunday, March 8th—International Women's Day—Alta salutes the women of winter and the vitality and joy they bring to our mountain. Alta offers a sanctuary where women can feel welcomed, face their fears and forge new friendships in an inspiring landscape. Truthfully, every day at Alta is for women, and opportunities abound for those seeking connection, coaching and camaraderie at elevation. Something special can be found in building a community of sisterhood in these high places and spaces.
Season's Greetings
We welcome the many families and skiers returning to Alta for the holidays. For 88 winters, our mountain has drawn families and friends together during the most wonderful time of the year. The snow and conditions vary from year to year, but the tradition remains the same—returning to Alta to enjoy time on the mountain. This holiday season, make the most of your time at Alta and catch up with our latest holiday events, conditions updates and parking and transportation tips.
Remembering Banjo
It is with a heavy heart that we share the recent passing of Banjo, Alta’s longest-tenured avalanche dog. Banjo was a good boy—but he was so much more to the skiers and employees of Alta. From a rambunctious puppy to a fully-certified working rescue dog to a retired office companion, Banjo lived life to the fullest. And we will miss him dearly.
Supreme Realignment
October 6, 2025 update: One month ahead of schedule, the Supreme lift realignment project was completed. Thank you for your patience with trail closures this summer and fall while our teams worked on this important project. We will see you in the Supreme lift line this winter and we look forward to taking a lap with you. USFS Approval Granted In April of 2025, the United States Forest Service (USFS) authorized Alta Ski Area to modify the alignment of the existing Supreme lift. Why Realign Supreme?
Summer Stewardship
Escape the summer heat and head to the mountains with the Alta Environmental Center and our nonprofit partners for a season of family-friendly stewardship events and outdoor learning. Whether you're joining an educational hike or taking part in a hands-on restoration project, there’s a way for everyone to connect with — and give back to — the land.