Brighton's a pretty resilient ski resort, still snowing here in mid to late April, despite Solitude…read moreright next to it getting rain instead and having to end their season much sooner. Brighton's so deep in the mountains, it was getting even more snow than Alta or Snowbird late season. Nonetheless, most of the skiable area was closed from late April on, and they had some really sticky slush near the bottom. I went here on the week of April 20th (the stoner holiday) not thinking anything of it, and have never seen such a high concentration of intoxicated, degenerate, drug-obsessed college kids and degenerate behavior. These kids were consuming alcohol on the runs, making fun of, laughing at and humiliating beginners, and couldn't stop chairlift blabbing about jumping people, buying alcohol underaged, and "whippets" or however you spell it, their apparent drug of choice. Having an Ikon Pass and going to Alta that same week, I wanted to find the explanatory factor for the extreme disparity in guests between here and Alta that particular week. I looked online and saw Brighton was selling day passes for only $49, and marketing their late season as an event, "The Meltdown", geared toward younger people looking to party. Most of the staff here were nice and professional, with one exception. This attractive blonde girl working here was rude and standoffish when I asked what time they close, as they kept changing the closing time, seemingly on a daily basis, and nobody seemed to know. Different websites said different times and their closing time varies by day of the week, time of the season, weather, even by lift or section of the mountain, so it was like a Scooby-Doo mystery trying to figure it out. Then to get an attitude like "What... what time do we close?! You're hitting on me?!! You can't think of a better pickup line than that?! You know how many pickup lines I hear a day??" Probably not the right person to be working in hospitality. On the upside, the night skiing and tree skiing were exceptional here when I went earlier in the season, and the girl I took said this was her favorite resort. When I tried taking her to Snowbird she had a panic attack, saying it was too steep, and had to have ski patrol take her down in the basket, so Brighton's probably more beginner friendly.

you will make it to the Brighton Resort after 40 minutes up the Cottonwood Canyon; the best part is…read morethe snow you slowly see as you drive up once you hit the Resort, you will be directed to park (you can reserve parking online), and make your way to the Resort, where you can ski, play in the snow or enjoy the Restaurant aftwewards

My review is a bit different as we drove up Big Cottonwood Canyon to view the fall colors…read more Gorgeous. Solitude is open in the summer/fall for Mountain Biking and on a Sunday there were a ton of bikers. They have a little cafe open serving food and drink. They had inflatables, a rick climbing tower and a trampoline open for the kids. We took the free lift up and enjoyed the surroundings. Amazing views.

It's a family friendly mountain which means there is something for everyone. Bunny slops for the…read morekids, parks for the teens and trails for adults. It gets pretty busy during the winter since it's unlimited on the icon but if you're going up in a weekday and get there within the first 2 hours of opening there are normally spots. Like most resorts they have the classic "apres ski" snacks but one that really stands out are the Little Dollie's waffles. There's nothing better than enjoying a warm waffle on a snowy day.

This is one of the best ski resorts I've been to, though may not be ideal for beginners, as some of…read morethe blue runs feel tougher than black diamonds at smaller resorts. This was my first season skiing, and my first time here I made the mistake of going up Gadzoom and Little Cloud chairs and got cliffed out in Little Cloud Bowl with all the black diamonds. I wasn't going to call ski patrol to take me down in the basket like my friend did at the top of Gadzoom after having a panic attack, and slowly, tediously made my way down. It was quite the adventure, looking back. I couldn't believe how long it took and how much distance and vertical drop I covered to get to the bottom; the runs here are some of the longest I've been on. One benefit of this resort over Alta is not needing parking reservations during weekends, which saved my ski day one Saturday I tried going to Alta without a parking reservation, then had to come here after talking to the parking attendant there putting $250 tickets on cars without reservations. The skiable area is massive here as well, and there's a whole other skiable side of the mountain (Mineral Basin) with breathtaking views you get to by taking this conveyer belt thing through a secret mining tunnel. The hoards of snowboarders do cause way more lines and congestion here than Alta, and I had to wait in line for a while for the tram on a Saturday. Luckily I soon found the secret tunnel I won't disclose the location of, and was able to ski at Mineral Basin with no lines the rest of that day. There's a lot more moguls and worse snow coverage here than Alta as well, though this year was an extreme outlier and the worst snow year in 4+ decades. It's a shame the Ikon pass only has 7 days to split between here and Alta, as I used up most of my days at Alta and didn't get a chance to explore all the different areas of this vast resort this season.

Snowbird has the greatest skiing on earth. I have been coming back every year since I first came,…read moreand fall in love again every time. Little cottonwood canyon receives (objectively) the highest quality snow in the world (And a lot of it!). Some of the hardest, gnarliest terrain in the world is found across the entire resort. Some of my favorite adolescent memories reside here, and snowbird will always hold a special place in my heart. I could go on and on about the endless pros and minimal cons, but I believe every passionate skier deserves to experience the magic of the Wasatch mountains for themselves... With this being said, snowbird is NOT a family friendly or beginner mountain. There are an extremely low number of beginner/intermediate trails, and even these can get bumped up...

We visited the Alta Lodge in August for a wedding and stayed there for several days. The Alta Lodge…read morefeels like a lodge experience from days of the past. There are no passenger elevators, so trekking up and down the stairs with luggage without being "climatized" to the altitude is a challenge. It should be noted the staff will assist you with your luggage if necessary. Regarding the location, it is fantastic. The views are incredible; it literally looks like a post card. Although not skiing season, there are lifts (not in operation due to summer) everywhere. I imagine it gets pretty packed and crazy during the winter. Hiking opportunities are everywhere right outside the lodge. We went on a "novice" hike that took us to the top of a mountain like eight miles away. OMG. As part of the wedding party and my officiant duties, there were multiple breakfast and dinners organized by Alta Lodge. The staff was fantastic, and the food was good. Alta Lodge also has a weekend brunch that attracts people from all over the area. The brunch was top notch! Regarding the accommodations, we had a fireplace, balcony, and a view of the mountains. It was a great sight. Our room did a have a bad smell (as did other rooms in our group) that I believe is the result of months/years of moisture in the carpet, drapes, and wood. This is the only thing I did not care for. Only other issue is the front desk is not occupied 24/7, and anyone can walk off the street and into the hotel. I would recommend better security. Overall, the customer service and quality of wedding organizer made up for the two issues noted above. Again, the service at Alta Lodge was excellent!

Been coming here for years and love it. Best ski mountain on the planet. Definitely a "ski lodge"…read moreif that makes sense. It's cozy, has all the necessities, and gets you right on the mountain for skiing.

I'm totally blown away every time I ski here. From the views, to the bipolar weather, to the…read morequality and quantity of untracked powder, it just feels like you're skiing on another planet almost. The last time I went it was snowing while sunny out somehow, with the sun shining through the storm clouds above, and felt surreal. This was my first season skiing, though this is hands down the best ski resort I've been to so far. One time this April I made the mistake of crossing over into Snowbird's Mineral Basin, and the conditions were so much worse for just being on the other side of the ridge. It was way hotter, sunnier, and more crowded, with way more rocks, moguls, and dirt spots littering the runs, so I crossed back into Alta after 2 runs. The runs at Alta are wide and well groomed, so you can pick up some serious speed without feeling like you're risking your life doing so. Late season there was barely anyone else there too, even while it was snowing somehow (likely an effect of not allowing snowboarders). The staff here are top notch and always professional, and Alta has some of the best chairlifts I've seen. Another huge plus is how close you can park to the points at which you get on the base mountain chairlifts, as walking in ski boots while carrying skis is no fun. You can literally ski right up to your car at the end of the day if you park in the right spot. They also have a rope tow from base to base, which saves you from possibly having to take the bus at the end of the day to the other base. The only hiccups here were the requiring of parking reservations on weekends, and the pass scanner machine midway up Collins Lift not reading my Ikon Pass with no worker nearby to help, so I'd have to ski down to the bottom and take the lift all the way up.

Alta is always our favorite resort on powder days if we're lucky enough to get a cold storm moving…read morethrough during the weeks, we're in SLC! Reserving parking required. We parked by 7:30am and hung out in the lodge until 8:30 AM when we lined up at Collins lift to get first tracks and the powder. Avalanche control going all morning. Today's storm wasn't very cold so the powder was heavy. The bowls didn't open up but skiing was still great! Plenty of terrain to cover even without the bowls. Because the powder was heavy, people were clearing out by 2 PM.

Still one of our very favorite resorts - total princess treatment with the friendliest staff and…read moreambassadors anywhere, free overnight ski check, super nice facilities, and best of all, tons of great runs, lifts and skiing. As an added bonus - no snow boarders! Restaurants are really good, too. This year, they added 10 lifts and gondolas, 100 runs and double the terrain. But the snow this week was better on the traditional ones. You can check your gear overnight for $20 either in a multiple day locker or basket check. Finishing 6th day here. Love this place!

Mother Nature hasn't been friendly this winter, so this post is "Paying it Forward" for what spring…read morewill bring ... East Village Skiing?

Nice location, great views. Couldn't enjoy my visit at all because of the obnoxious urban pop…read morenoise pretending to be music assaulting my senses. There are many hundreds, if not thousands of great songs that could be enjoyed by the customers of this establishment if the management had any sense of who their clientele is. I sat at the patio for about 15 minutes trying to enjoy my beer and the surroundings but could really only focus on getting away from this establishment as fast as I could.

Conceptually, Indian food for on-mountain dining should work. To me it's never made any sense how…read moremany ski towns are without high-end Indian/Nepalese options considering the food is so nutritious and caloric density is so incredibly high. Execution here, though, is sloppy, with very watery curry, forgettable small-portion proteins, a scoop of rice, and a child's slice of naan bread. I'd instead recommend the American classics here such as the burger and chicken pot pie--both are totally fine. There is an Ikon discount here. But, note, they don't give "free" cups for water (which they chalk up to an environmental thing *eye roll*), so if you don't plan ahead and bring your own vessel, you're stuck paying a huge premium for a not-free bottle of something that will surely end up in a landfill once you've consumed the liquid. If management cares that much about the environment, they should switch exclusively to fountain drinks with reusable plastic cups. Hmmm...

Beware!! Spend the money, get a nice spot. Unless you like little shaqs that look like something…read moreout of a Jason flick But, despite everything you are inches away from the ski resort!!

We stayed at the Lodge for a school leadership retreat and it was fine…read more The tiny pictures on the website are pretty accurate. The upstairs of the lodge has a small bedroom with a bed and two adjourning bedrooms that have 8 beds between the two; 7 full size, 1 twin size. Kitchen comes fully equipped to prepare simple meals for large groups with plenty of plates, cups, eating and cooking utensils. We attempted to use the jacuzzi. A lot of foreign hairs came out of the jets. Only some of the lights upstairs turned on. The wifi was sporadic and mostly didn't work upstairs. Overall the place was clean and had plenty of parking. Bring entertainment if pool isn't enough for your group.

Such an amazing view on the balcony in the restaurant. The weather was great and enjoyed sitting…read morethere taking in all the scenery while having a drink. The bar tender was very friendly and super helpful when asking recommendations of places to visit in the area. It was an amazing afternoon!!! Would love to actually stay there sometime and take advantage of the spa and other amenities.

Had an amazing vacation at the Snowpine Lodge. From the minute we arrived we were treated to the…read moreutmost hospitality I have ever experienced. Meg, Shannon and Tom at the front desk were so helpful and kind. They made sure we were well taken care of. The restaurant Swen was fantastic! The food was exceptional and the service was outstanding. We met the executive chef and he sent us an appetizer that was new to his menu, and it was amazing! We also had excellent service at the spa. I had a great massage with Mish that really helped my sore neck and shoulders. I can't say enough about how much we loved our stay at Snowpine. The service and personnel were incredible!

A perfect stop with unexpectedly great food…read more Stopped into the old lodge to wait out the end‑of‑day ski traffic and ended up having a far better experience than expected. The food was fantastic, made with care, and far above what you usually find in a mountain lodge setting. The staff were genuinely friendly, attentive, and seemed to take real pride in the place. The dining room and bar have a rustic charm that feels authentic rather than staged, which adds to the overall atmosphere. A memorable stop and absolutely worth returning to.

I chose Silver Fork because I've had good experiences there in the past and wanted to make a good…read moreimpression during a special evening with my girlfriend and her daughter before she returned home. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. We ordered a bison burger with fries, pulled pork poutine, and blue corn nachos. The fries were limp and cold. The nachos arrived with regular corn chips instead of blue corn and were also cold. The pulled pork poutine was cold as well, and the burger was overly salty. What made the experience worse was the lack of service. We waited about 30 minutes without being checked on while the manager appeared to visit other tables. After flagging down a server, it took additional time before we were assisted. I understand that restaurants can have off nights, but this visit fell well below expectations -- especially given the price point and past experiences. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as the location and atmosphere have always been a draw.