Utah, United States

Alta Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid November

Season dates, 119 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

10,550ft

Peak Elevation

2,020ft

Vertical Drop

119

Trails

547"

Annual Snow

Overview

Alta is a ski resort in Utah, United States, with an elevation range from 8,530ft (2600m) to 10,550ft (3216m). The vertical drop is 2,020ft (616m) across 119 trails served by 11 lifts and 2,614 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salt Lake City International (SLC), about 40 minutes away by car. Alta receives an average of 547 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid November to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Mid NovemberCloses: Late April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

140cm(55in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Alta's snowiest peak-season month.

547"

Annual Snowfall

(1389cm)

-4°C

January Avg High

-13°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

547"

annual avg

140

Jan

130

Feb

110

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

110

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

119

Total Trails

Lifts

2,614

Skiable Acres

2,020ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%

Beginner: 30 trails

40%

Intermediate: 48 trails

35%

Advanced: 42 trails

25%Beginner (30)

40%Intermediate (48)

35%Advanced (42)

0%Expert (0)

Alta has 119 trails: 25% green, 40% blue, 35% black, and 0% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Alta.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

2,020ft

Vertical Drop

616m

(2,020ft)

Elevation Profile

10,550ft

Peak

8,530ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$166

avg/day

$175

Jan

$185

Feb

$165

Mar

$139

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$145

Nov

$185

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($139)

Best Month to Visit Alta

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallPeak conditions

score

140cm

Moderate

$175/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Alta, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 140cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

110cm

snowfall

-2°/-11°

high/low °C

crowds

$185

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Alta.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$160

per day

Season Pass

$1,340

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Alta is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Alta

Nearest Airport

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Approx. 40 min drive

Location

Utah, United States 🇺🇸

40.5884°N, 111.6389°W

Alta is within an hour's drive of Salt Lake City International.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Alta open for the season?

Alta typically opens in Mid November and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Alta?

A day lift pass at Alta starts at $160 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Alta good for beginners?

Yes, 25% of Alta's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Alta get per year?

Alta receives an average of 547 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Alta?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Alta in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 140cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

119

Total Trails

Lifts

2,614

Skiable Acres

2,020ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%

Beginner: 30 trails

40%

Intermediate: 48 trails

35%

Advanced: 42 trails

25%Beginner (30)

40%Intermediate (48)

35%Advanced (42)

0%Expert (0)

Alta has 119 trails: 25% green, 40% blue, 35% black, and 0% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Alta.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Alta open for the season?

Alta typically opens in Mid November and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Alta?

A day lift pass at Alta starts at $160 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Alta good for beginners?

Yes, 25% of Alta's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Alta get per year?

Alta receives an average of 547 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Alta?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Alta in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 140cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.