Having held the 2002 Olympic Games, you will be spoilt for choice with trail selections, as the ski areas of Canyons and Deer Valley are easily accessible from Park City. For those who prefer off snow activity, Park City has a tonne on offer as well as the infamous Park City Après ski and café culture.
• Skiable Terrain: 7,300 acres
• Number Of Runs: 330+
• Summit: 3,056m
• Vertical: 983m
• Ski Season: Late November to Mid-April
• Annual Snowfall: 360cm
• Longest Run: 5.6km
• Average Temp: -5C
• Trail Difficulty: 9% Beginner, 51% Intermediate, 40% Expert
• Lift System: 41 Total Including 4 Gondolas, 6 High-Speed Sixes, 10 High-Speed Quads, 4 Quad Chairs, 7 Triple Chairs, 4 Double Chairs and 6 Surface Lifts
• Free Mountain Tours
• Alpine Coaster
• Zip Line
• Snowmobiling
• Ice Skating
• Dog Sleds
• Heli Skiing
• Snow Cat Skiing
• Snowshoeing
• Bobsledding
Experience so of the driest snow ever!
Experience the USA’s largest single ski resort offering more than 7,300 acres
Enjoy this festive event held in January each year
Regularly votes among the top 10 family resorts in North America
A: The easiest way to get to Park City is to fly from New Zealand into the USA, then connect to Salt Lake City International Airport. Park City is around 35 minutes from the airport, and AMPED can organise your flights, stopovers, airport transfers and accommodation so your Utah ski holiday runs smoothly from arrival.
A: AMPED recommends staying at Park City Mountain Village if you want the easiest access to the main base area, lessons, rentals and village facilities. Canyons Village is another strong option for resort-style accommodation and direct lift access, while Park City town is best if you want historic Main Street, restaurants, nightlife and easy access to the free local bus.
A: Yes, Park City has ski-in ski-out and close-to-lift accommodation options, especially around Park City Mountain Village and Canyons Village. AMPED recommends booking early if ski-in ski-out access is important, as the best-located hotels and condos are popular during Christmas, New Year, school holidays and peak winter dates.
A: Park City is known for Utah snow, high-altitude terrain and a huge mix of groomers, bowls, trees, terrain parks and advanced runs. The resort lists 7,300 acres of skiable terrain, 41 lifts, 330+ trails and 355 inches of average annual snowfall, giving New Zealand travellers plenty of variety across a long ski holiday.
A: AMPED recommends January to March for the best balance of snow coverage, winter conditions and terrain availability at Park City. December can be great for festive travel, but Christmas and New Year book early, while March often offers longer days, a more relaxed feel and enjoyable spring skiing.
A: Yes, Park City is a strong choice for beginners, families, intermediates and advanced skiers. The resort has 8 per cent beginner terrain, 42 per cent intermediate terrain and 50 per cent advanced terrain, plus dedicated learning areas and a huge range of runs across Park City Mountain Village and Canyons Village. AMPED can match your group to the right accommodation area, lessons, rentals and lift pass setup.
A: Yes, Park City is excellent for snowboarders as well as skiers. The resort offers extensive terrain, terrain parks, groomers, trees and advanced areas, and snowboarding is fully permitted. AMPED can help snowboarders choose the right accommodation base, rental setup, and lift pass option for the way they want to ride.
A: Yes, AMPED recommends pre-booking ski or snowboard lessons at Park City, especially for beginners, children, families and peak-season travellers. Lessons usually do not include lift tickets or rentals as standard, so AMPED can package the right lesson, lift access and equipment before you arrive.
A: Yes, AMPED can pre-book your ski or snowboard rentals at Park City so your equipment is organised before you arrive. Pre-booking helps save time on your first ski day and ensures the right gear is arranged for your ability, children’s needs and preferred ski or snowboard style.
A: Yes, AMPED can organise your Park City lift passes as part of your USA snow holiday package. We can help compare standard lift tickets, Epic Day Pass options and Epic Pass products depending on your travel dates, length of stay and whether you plan to ski other Epic resorts.
A: Yes, Park City is on the Epic Pass. AMPED can help you work out whether an Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass, Epic Day Pass or standard lift ticket is the best value, especially if you are combining Park City with other USA resorts.
A: AMPED recommends staying in Park City for 6 to 8 nights. This gives you time to explore both Park City Mountain Village and Canyons Village, book lessons if needed, enjoy the town, add a rest day and still get strong value from your lift pass or Epic Pass setup.
A: Yes, Park City has one of the best restaurant and nightlife scenes in the USA ski market, especially around historic Main Street. AMPED recommends Park City for travellers who want a lively ski town atmosphere with great dining, bars, shopping and après alongside a large, varied ski area.
