 Snowbird
Resort, Utah - One of the USA's great mountain
resorts, Snowbird was developed by Dick Bass, a man of means
who has climbed the highest peak on each of the seven continents.
The resort is more or less wedged into
Little Cottonwood Canyon, and heavily fortified against
avalanches. As a result, all the accomodations are very
much slopeside, including the luxurious Cliff Lodge.
The spectacular views up and down the
steep canyon walls can produce vertigo, and the cost of
staying at Snowbird is said to have the same effect. Not
recommended for the inexperienced or budget-minded (except
as a day trip), Snowbird is tailor-made for the well-to-do
and ready-to-rip. Snowbird is steep, deep and none too cheap,
but absolutely worth the trip.
Statistics:
Vertical Drop: 3,240'
Top Elevation: 11,000'
Lifts: 8 (1 tram, 9 chairs)
Terrain:  25%
 35%  40%
Trails: 82
Skiable Acres: 2,500
Longest Run: Chips Run, 2.5 miles
Annual Snowfall: 500"
Snowmaking: 15%
Cross COuntry: No
Snowboards: Yes/pipe
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM daily
Halfday begins 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM
Season: Mid-November to early May
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