Utah, United States

Snowbird Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid November

Season dates, 169 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

11,000ft

Peak Elevation

3,240ft

Vertical Drop

169

Trails

500"

Annual Snow

Overview

Snowbird is a ski resort in Utah, United States, with an elevation range from 7,760ft (2365m) to 11,000ft (3353m). The vertical drop is 3,240ft (988m) across 169 trails served by 14 lifts and 2,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salt Lake City International (SLC), about 35 minutes away by car. Snowbird receives an average of 500 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid November to Late May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Mid NovemberCloses: Late May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

130cm(51in)Heavy

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

500"

Annual Snowfall

(1270cm)

-3°C

January Avg High

-12°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

500"

annual avg

130

Jan

125

Feb

105

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

105

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

169

Total Trails

Lifts

2,500

Skiable Acres

3,240ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

27%

Beginner: 46 trails

38%

Intermediate: 64 trails

35%

Advanced: 59 trails

27%Beginner (46)

38%Intermediate (64)

35%Advanced (59)

0%Expert (0)

Snowbird has 169 trails: 27% green, 38% blue, 35% black, and 0% double-black. With 27% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Snowbird.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,240ft

Vertical Drop

988m

(3,240ft)

Elevation Profile

11,000ft

Peak

7,760ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$160

avg/day

$175

Jan

$185

Feb

$165

Mar

$149

Apr

$129

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$139

Nov

$179

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($129)

Best Month to Visit Snowbird

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallPeak conditions

score

130cm

Moderate

$175/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Snowbird, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 130cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

105cm

snowfall

-1°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$179

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 Snowbird.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$159

per day

Season Pass

$1,049

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. Snowbird is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Snowbird

Nearest Airport

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Approx. 35 min drive

Location

Utah, United States 🇺🇸

40.5810°N, 111.6561°W

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Snowbird open for the season?

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

How much is a day lift pass at Snowbird?

A day lift pass at Snowbird starts at $159 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Snowbird good for beginners?

Yes, 27% of Snowbird's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Snowbird get per year?

Snowbird receives an average of 500 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Snowbird?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Snowbird in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 130cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

169

Total Trails

Lifts

2,500

Skiable Acres

3,240ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

27%

Beginner: 46 trails

38%

Intermediate: 64 trails

35%

Advanced: 59 trails

27%Beginner (46)

38%Intermediate (64)

35%Advanced (59)

0%Expert (0)

Snowbird has 169 trails: 27% green, 38% blue, 35% black, and 0% double-black. With 27% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Snowbird.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Snowbird open for the season?

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

How much is a day lift pass at Snowbird?

A day lift pass at Snowbird starts at $159 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Snowbird good for beginners?

Yes, 27% of Snowbird's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Snowbird get per year?

Snowbird receives an average of 500 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Snowbird?