| The Canyons Resort, once a little known ski area geared to the needs (and budgets) of locals, has been transformed into a major destination ski resort since its purchase by the American Skiing Company in 1997. With major development in the last few years, the resort now boasts the most lift-served skiable terrain in Utah. Management's long term goal is to create the largest resort in the U.S. in terms of skiable acres.The "Old Mountain", as the locals refer to the terrain that has been around since the resort's early days, is a combination of wicked fall lines and expansive open areas.Among the newer terrain, 9990 is the peak for experts. This mountain has everything: bowls, chutes, trees, bumps -- you name it. Backcountry terrain is also accessible from the summit.The Canyons Resort Mountain Statistics Vertical Drop: 3192 ft. Top Elevation: 9994 ft. Skiable Acres: 3650 Trails: 146 Terrain: 14% beginner, 44% intermediate, 42% advanced Lifts: 18; 14 chair lifts, and 2 surface lifts Cable cars: 2 Terrain parks: 2 Snowmaking: 25% Total Mountain Peaks: 8The Canyons Resort caters to people who really love to ski and snowboard and can appreciate how well the diverse terrain holds and protects an average annual 355 inch bounty of snow. Whether visiting as a family, a group or a single, guests find endless terrain for every style and ability.The Canyons Summer Resort opens for summer operations in mid-June. Activities include gondola rides, hot air balloon rides, mountain biking, hiking and guided fly fishing. |
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