Park City Mountain

Seven thousand acres across nine peaks and twelve bowls make Park City the largest ski resort in the United States. The Quicksilver Gondola connects the terrain, which is split with 8% for beginners, 42% for intermediates, and 50% for advanced skiers. The historic Main Street is easily accessible via a ski-out from the Town Lift, connecting directly to the downtown area.

Park City offers a vast and varied ski experience, with the Quicksilver Gondola providing seamless connectivity between distinct areas across its expansive terrain. The mountain boasts long, groomed cruisers that wind through picturesque aspen groves, alongside wide-open bowl skiing.

The dedicated Hay Meadow Park serves as a purpose-built learning zone for beginners. It features gentle slopes and magic carpets, offering a clear progression path from first steps to green runs. This area is consistently rated one of the best beginner areas in North America.

• First-timers: Beginner packages at Hay Meadow Park bundle lesson, lift ticket, and rental at a significant discount. Multi-day progression packages are available to help you confidently ski greens and easy blues within three days.

Park City offers two distinct villages, catering to different family preferences. Park City Mountain Village provides direct access to Main Street, while Canyons Village offers a quieter, more traditional resort feel.

Kids' programmes are available for children aged three and up. The new Red Pine Lodge features a dedicated kids' lunchroom, providing a warm and exclusive space for young learners to refuel.

Half of Park City's mountain is rated advanced or expert, promising ample challenge. After a fresh snowfall, Jupiter Bowl and McConkey's Bowl transform into expansive open powder fields.

For sustained steep terrain, the Jupiter Peak area delivers exhilarating descents. Personalised mountain tours are available, offering expert guiding to reveal every secret stash, especially worthwhile after a big snowfall.

Utah is renowned for its uniquely dry snow, famously dubbed "The Greatest Snow on Earth" — a slogan proudly displayed on the state's licence plates. Park City enjoys an impressive average of 355 inches of snow per season.

Deer Valley, a luxury skiers-only resort, is located adjacent to Park City. Known for its exceptional service and the Max 4 lesson programme, it's easy to combine a visit to Deer Valley within a single trip to Park City for a varied experience.

Park City is a particular sweet spot for intermediates, with 42% of the terrain dedicated to them. Skiers can enjoy wide-open bowl skiing in areas like Jupiter and McConkey's, alongside the satisfaction of linking various runs across both sides of the resort.

The official programme is the Park City Ski and Snowboard School. However, Park City is unique among US resorts in also hosting several independent ski schools, which often provide more personalised coaching and specialised instruction.

• Intermediates wanting to advance: A private instructor with extensive mountain knowledge can help you progress from comfortable blue cruising to confident bowl skiing, typically within two to three sessions.

Park City is included on the Epic Pass. Multi-resort season passes offer significantly better value than purchasing daily tickets for those planning multiple trips or visits to other affiliated resorts.

• Ski Main Street: Take advantage of the Town Lift to ski directly into historic downtown Park City. You can grab lunch or explore, then simply ride the lift back up to the slopes – a unique Park City experience.
• Start at Canyons Village: On busy days, consider starting your ski day at Canyons Village. It tends to be less crowded than Park City Mountain Village, and the Sunrise Gondola offers fast access to Red Pine.