North America
Alta
Projected to open December 6, 2026
Best months to book: February, April, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 6 — closed April 25
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
todayPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
1cm
Past 10 Days
1cm
7-Day Forecast
18cm
Snow Depth
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Alta is projected to open December 6, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February50cm avg · last season 33.4
- #2April43cm avg · last season 32.4
- #3March48cm avg · last season 24.4
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 38.4
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 33.4
- #3 12 Apr – 15 Apr · last season 34.8
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Dec 6
Projected to open December 6, 2026
118 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 8
- Runs– / 118
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Alta
Alta is a historic ski resort located in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, renowned for its deep powder snow and skier-only slopes. The resort features over 2,600 skiable acres, a relaxed and authentic mountain atmosphere, and terrain that caters to both advanced and intermediate skiers. Signature experiences include abundant natural snowfall, scenic alpine vistas, and a focus on traditional skiing without snowboarders. Key amenities include multiple lodges, on-mountain dining, and convenient access to Salt Lake City.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Alta
- Where is Alta?
- Alta is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Alta?
- Alta runs from a base elevation of 2,600 m (8,530 ft) to a summit of 3,374 m (11,070 ft), giving a vertical drop of 774 m (2,539 ft).
- How big is Alta?
- Alta has 2,614 acres (1,058 hectares) of skiable terrain, 118 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Alta?
- Alta is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Alta?
- Alta typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Alta get in a typical season?
- Alta averages 540 inches / 1372 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Alta in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #48 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +12% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Alta averaged +12% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Alta with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -13%, '15-16 -31%, '23-24 +80%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.
