Well, the deeper and lighter the snow the better… right? Ok, I’ll rephrase the question. When do you feel comfortable putting away your rock skis for the season? I like to think 80” is the magic number around here. Of course, you can find rocks up here at Alta to shred your skis bases anytime of the season, but with an 80” base the majority of the “gotcha” rocks and stumps are now buried for the year. I like to think that’s when the ski season goes into full effect. Of course, the earlier that happens… the better. Personally, I no longer have rocks skis and haven’t for a few years now. Outfitting two growing teenagers with ski equipment every year has decimated my own personal ski quiver. It’s tragic, really. I just hope I don’t grow up to resent my kids for it. But honestly, I have no idea how my one pair skis have lasted this long. Usually, I’ve managed to either bend or break the ski and violently dismount my bindings from their holes by now.

So why are my skis lasting for years? I’m going to go out on a short limb and credit Andy and the guys from our own Alta Peruvian Ski Shop with prolonging the life of my well used boards. They’ve obviously done a bomber mounting job to begin with and then with numerous expertly repaired core shots and base grinds my skis surprisingly still have plenty of shred left in them. So thanks guys for helping me and my family stay skiing strong over the years. Surely, I’m not the only one with the compliment. The Alta Peruvian Ski Shop has been treating skiers in the LCC very well for many years. So come on into the lodge and drop your skis off for some overnight love. You know they want it.

Ski Alta – The Town and People

Part of the appeal is the awesome powder that the Alta ski area provides ski enthusiasts. Alta is also one of the oldest ski areas in the U.S and many of the lodges (like the Alta Peruvian Lodge) retain their “traditional” ski lodge feel with their classic decor and old-world mentality. We also like to think of ourselves as one of the friendliest ski areas in the world. In Alta we love skiers and we want them to know that they’re appreciated; after all, their passion is what helps us stay in business! While many ski areas the world over end up being overrun by serious skiers and snowboarders who hit the slopes for a living, we like to think that we’ve managed to hold-on to our casual, fun atmosphere, despite Alta’s enormous growth over the last 10 years. The Alta lodges in Alta are by no means comparable to big “resort towns” with flashy nightlife and 5-star amenities. We’re traditional and to some that may mean “basic” but to us that means true to our roots. Without the distraction many resort towns offer, we’re ideal for skiers who come to Alta to do what they love: Ski.

Ski Alta – The Terrain

Alta is located in the Wasatch Mountains at the top of little Cottonwood Canyon, just 40 km east of Salt Lake City, UT. Situated next to the Snowbird Ski Resort, Alta is just 45 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. Being easy to get to is just one of the many appeals of coming to ski Alta. In terms of terrain and ski conditions Alta has some of the best in the world. The quality and quantity of our powder is world-renowned and with over 891 hectares of skiable terrain, we know that you’ll never run out of areas to make fresh tracks. We’re also known for being an area with difficult terrain, including steeps and tree skiing, making us a great location for more experience skiers looking for a challenge, but we also have many slopes perfect for beginners and intermediates.

Ski Alta and Snowbird

Since 2002, when it became possible to access Snowbird via lifts, skiing Alta and Snowbird together opened up even more terrain for avid skiers to enjoy. The two resorts together offer 26 lifts and over 4,700 acres of terrain making it one of the largest ski areas in the United States.

The Alta Peruvian Lodge – A Classic Alta Lodge Perfect for Skiers Looking to Ski Alta

The Alta Peruvian Lodge has been an Alta lodging staple for years. We offer a rich combination of traditional ski lodge accommodations and fun atmosphere that keeps our guests coming back. If this post has interested you in trying out the great skiing in Alta, why not contact our Alta Hotel staff today.