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Brighton Resort Guide
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Best months to book: April, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Off-season — closed May 9
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Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Brighton
Lifts
9
Skiable area
1050 ac
Longest run
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Runs by difficulty(66 total)
Beginner
14
21% of terrain
Intermediate
26
40% of terrain
Advanced
26
39% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair1
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Molly Green's – A cozy slopeside bar and grill located in a historic A-frame at the base of Brighton Resort, Molly Green's is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty après-ski fare, craft beers, and stunning mountain views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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388cm avg by now
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vs 30-Year Avg
308cm avg by now
388cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (388 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (308 cm).
Brighton Season Snowfall
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Brighton Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 376cm with an average of 73 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 36% above this average (511cm 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 |
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| November | 40cm | 8 days | 17cm | 34cm | 11cm |
| December | 58cm | 10 days | 49cm | 74cm | 13cm |
| January | 61cm | 11 days | 83cm | 104cm | 13cm |
| February | 56cm | 11 days | 101cm | 121cm | 12cm |
| March | 54cm | 11 days | 113cm | 132cm | 11cm |
| April | 50cm | 10 days | 107cm | 125cm | 10cm |
| May | 23cm | 5 days | 60cm | 98cm | 7cm |
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
23 days scored, from 20 Mar
48
Best Day
3 Apr
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
March 2026
- 2330 Mar
- 2229 Mar
- 1822 Mar
April 2026
- 483 Apr5cm
- 422 Apr9cm
- 384 Apr
April scored highest for Brighton in 2025-26. Based on 23 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2025-26)
129 days
Dec 5, 2025 → Apr 12, 2026
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 4, 2026
Through May 9, 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 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.
