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Alta Resort Guide
Projected to open December 6, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, April · 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 14
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
42cm
7-Day Forecast
27cm
Snow Depth
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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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Alta
Lifts
8
Skiable area
2614 ac
Longest run
5 km / 3.1 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad4
- Triple chair1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift5
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Peruvian Bar – Known for its laid-back, welcoming vibe and classic ski lodge atmosphere, this iconic après-ski spot at the Alta Peruvian Lodge is celebrated for its affordable drinks, friendly crowd, and legendary popcorn machine, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 12:00 PM UTC
42cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-96%
vs 5-Year Avg
952cm avg by now
-94%
vs 30-Year Avg
659cm avg by now
952cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~38.1 cm. That's 96% below the 5-year average (952 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 94% below the 30-year average (659 cm).
Alta Season Snowfall
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Alta Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 321cm with an average of 67 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 49% above this average (478cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 34cm | 7 days | 17cm | 34cm | 10cm |
| December | 50cm | 10 days | 49cm | 74cm | 11cm |
| January | 54cm | 11 days | 83cm | 104cm | 11cm |
| February | 50cm | 10 days | 101cm | 121cm | 11cm |
| March | 48cm | 11 days | 113cm | 132cm | 9cm |
| April | 41cm | 10 days | 107cm | 125cm | 9cm |
| May | 17cm | 4 days | 60cm | 98cm | 6cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
52
Best Day
7 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
5
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4026 Feb6cm
- 3727 Feb
- 3423 Feb
March 2026
- 527 Mar10cm
- 416 Mar2cm
- 384 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 413 Apr9cm
- 382 Apr10cm
- 384 Apr
February scored highest for Alta in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 6, 2026
Through Apr 25, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
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.
