📷 Brighton
North America
Brighton
Fair · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 23 verified open days
Best months to book: April, February, January · last season + 31-yr record
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Off-season — closed May 9
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Fair
2025-26 season average
Brighton is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 23.1 across 23 verified open days.
April
#1 to book
50cm avg · scored 29.5
February
#2 to book
56cm avg
January
#3 to book
61cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #13 Apr – 9 Aprscored 30.7
- #227 Mar – 2 Aprscored 23
- #310 Apr – 12 Aprscored 23.7
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 30 Mar – 12 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:03 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Last season ended May 9, 2026
66 runs · 9 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
3200mUpdated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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About Brighton
Brighton Resort is located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, and is renowned for its high annual snowfall and varied terrain suitable for all skill levels. The resort features over 1,000 skiable acres, four high-speed quads, and extensive night skiing, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and avid skiers alike. Signature experiences include abundant powder, tree skiing, and a laid-back mountain environment, with amenities such as ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and multiple dining options. Brighton stands out for its accessible terrain, reliable snow conditions, and a reputation as a local favorite for both day and night skiing.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Brighton
- Where is Brighton?
- Brighton is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Brighton?
- Brighton runs from a base elevation of 2,669 m (8,757 ft) to a summit of 3,200 m (10,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 531 m (1,742 ft).
- How big is Brighton?
- Brighton has 1,050 acres (425 hectares) of skiable terrain, 66 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Brighton?
- Brighton is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Brighton?
- Brighton typically operates from December to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Brighton get in a typical season?
- Brighton averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Brighton in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #85 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brighton averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Brighton sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -4%, '15-16 -26%, '23-24 +58%. A pattern, not a promise.
