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Sunny day in February, 2019 at Snowbasin Ski Resort in Utah.
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SNOWBASIN

📍Huntsville, Utah, USA

💎 Hidden Gem🏞️ Scenic Cruiser👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser7 Days on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Gyejournal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
3,000 ft*
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Skiable terrain
3,000 acres
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Avg snowfall
325 in
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Lifts
13

THE VIBE

Snowbasin hosted the 2002 Olympic downhill events. Broad groomed runs and gondola-accessed lodges make a different day from exploring the steep Olympic terrain.

Best For

  • ✓Groomer enthusiasts
  • ✓Those escaping crowds
  • ✓Families

Skip If

  • ✗You want bustling village
  • ✗You want nightlife
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TERRAIN INTELLIGENCE

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Daily hours & conditions ↗

Live Weather & Snow
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Regional snowpack via Ventusky

Approximate trail mix.

Difficulty Split

Beginner
20%
Intermediate
50%
Advanced
30%
Expert
0%
🎿Ideal for progressing skiers

Mountain specs

Summit elevation
9,465 ft
Base elevation
6,450 ft
Trail map · official source
🗺️Find the latest map on the official resort site ↗Snowbasin official website
Terrain DNA · editorial
0100
Groomers80 / 100

Prepared runs and carving terrain. A higher score means groomed cruising is a more defining part of the mountain.

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Resort-reported snow

BASE TRACKER

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SEASON PLANNING

Typically late November to mid April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
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INVITE FRIENDS

Rally your crew for a trip

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT

A few more reasons to be here.

Snowbasin Blues, Brews & BBQ

Usually: Saturdays and Sundays, roughly mid-June through late August

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EXPLORE THE MOUNTAIN

The John Paul Express serves the northern side of the mountain. The Allen Peak Tram leads to the Olympic starts. Check the current trail map and posted openings before committing to the downhill terrain.

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Grizzly Downhill

Olympic downhill course

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Another season up here

BEYOND WINTER

Hiking and mountain biking; Mountain-top dining; Summer concert series.

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Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Snowbasin Resort

Our guide helps you choose a mountain and plan the kind of trip you want. Recommendations reflect our editorial judgment; source checks cover the specific details listed below.

Typically late November to mid April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.snowbasin.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Hiking and mountain biking; Mountain-top dining; Summer concert series.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
3000
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
13
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs
115
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
325
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
6450
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
9465
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Vertical drop (ft).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

UTA Ski Bus Service — Snowbasin ↗Ogden ski bus; Layton ski bus; FrontRunner connection; Seasonal operation · Checked Oct 29, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Compass Rose Lodge ↗A small Huntsville boutique lodge in Ogden Valley with cozy guest rooms, an on-site coffee shop, and an observatory for night-sky viewing. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowbasin history ↗John Paul lift; Grizzly and Wildflower Olympic downhill courses remain. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Winter trail map ↗John Paul Express, Allen Peak Tram and Olympic starts. Expert restricted access through open gates only. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowbasin FAQ ↗Overnight camping not allowed on premises. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowbasin parking and access ↗Free day parking, carpool priorities, winter ski bus. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Retained mountain figures ↗6,450-foot base and 9,465-foot summit in retained resort terrain figures. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Alaskan Inn and Spa · Ogden Canyon ↗The inn has themed suites and private cabins near the river in Ogden Canyon, two-person jetted tubs in rooms and cabins, and included breakfast. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Visit Ogden · historic downtown buildings ↗The Bigelow–Ben Lomond Hotel became the Bigelow Apartments in 2019. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hilton · Home2 Suites by Hilton Ogden ↗This suite hotel is in downtown Ogden near Historic 25th Street restaurants, entertainment and Union Station. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Snowbasin Learn & Earn Year One, 2026–27 ↗First-time skiers or riders collect seasonal gear before scheduling lessons. Littlecat access follows the first lesson, and completing all three activates the full pass for the rest of that winter. Prior mountain pass holders are excluded. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Dine on the Slopes | Snowbasin ↗A grand on-mountain lodge at 8,700 feet, reached at the top of Needles Gondola and centered on high-elevation dining with broad views. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Shooting Star Saloon ↗Shooting Star Saloon is at 7350 E 200 S in Huntsville. Visit Ogden identifies it as Utah’s oldest continually operating saloon, dating to 1879. The menu centers on burgers, chips and beer, including the two-patty Star Burger with knackwurst. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hearth on 25th ↗Downtown Ogden at 195 25th St.; seasonal wood-fired menu, chef tasting menu and craft bar. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Snowbasin — official hours information ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Snowbasin — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Ikon Pass — 26/27 opening and closing dates (updated September 29, 2026) ↗

    Published planned season dates, subject to conditions.

  • Activities ↗

    Hiking and mountain biking; Mountain-top dining; Summer concert series.

  • Snowbasin — Bucket List Riding ↗

    Snowbasin publishes 325 inches annual snowfall and exact 6,450–9,465-foot elevation endpoints.

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