Park City

About Park City

Since 2015-2016, Park City Mountain and Canyons have been connected, creating the largest ski resort in the United States. Canyons' staggering 4,000 acres were joined to Park City Mountain Resort via the Quicksilver Gondola, and together the two areas offer more than 7,300 acres of world-class ski and snowboard terrain with 348 trails, 41 lifts, 13 bowls and eight terrain parks. With a wider variety of lodging and terrain options on their Park City ski vacation, skiers and snowboarders can now choose between staying in the buzzing, historic downtown Park City or the quieter, slope-side accommodations at Canyons Village with easier access to whatever type of terrain their heart desires.

How to get to Park City

The closest major hub is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), just 35 miles away, with an average drive time of 40–45 minutes. SLC offers nonstop flights from over 90 U.S. cities and several international destinations, making it incredibly accessible for both domestic and international travelers. The next closest option is Provo Municipal Airport (PVU), situated roughly 55 miles away, or about a 1 hour and 15-minute drive. Though smaller in size, PVU occasionally features budget-friendly flights from select U.S. cities, making it a convenient alternative for travelers. 

Once you arrive, you can rent a car, book a shared airport shuttle, or reserve a private transfer. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are also available at SLC and are a convenient option for small groups. For those staying near the slopes, many hotels offer complimentary shuttles.

Getting around

The Park City Transit buses run regularly between major resorts like Park City Mountain and Deer Valley, as well as Historic Main Street, hotels, neighborhoods and shopping centers. Routes operate daily, with increased frequency during ski season. 

If you're staying outside of town, many lodging properties offer complimentary shuttles, and private transfer services are also available for door-to-door convenience. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are widely available too, but they’re often unnecessary thanks to the town’s excellent public options.

Skiing in Park City

Park City is part of the Epic Pass network. For the best value, skiers can purchase an Epic Day Pass (starting around $100/day, depending on the number of days and blackout dates) or a full Epic Pass for unlimited access to Park City and other Vail-owned resorts like Vail, Breckenridge, and Whistler Blackcomb. Single-day lift tickets purchased at the window often exceed $250/day during peak times, so booking in advance is strongly recommended.

Beginner Skiing in Park City

Approximately 17 percent of the terrain on Park City Mountain Resort is dedicated to beginners, and the majority of this terrain is found on the lower portion of the resort. The Park City Mountain Resort Ski School caters to novices, and its Kids Signature Programs make learning how to ski fun for children ages three and up.

Family vacations in Park City

Ranked as one of the top resorts for families in the past by SKI Magazine, Park City Mountain has a lot to offer for active families looking to make memories. The intermediate terrain and world-class groomed runs make it one of the best resorts to carve fast turns on cruisers, and jibbers of all levels have world-class terrain parks to enjoy. The new gondola connection makes it even easier for guests to access the Canyons' side more prevalent advanced and expert terrain, so every level of skier or snowboarder in your family or group can experience their ideal terrain on a Park City Mountain Resort ski vacation.

The family-friendly skiing at Park City Mountain Resort is bar none, so sometimes it’s difficult to kids off the slopes. Luckily, there’s Park City night skiing seven days a week. Parents and kids alike will get a kick out of skiing on the slopes under the stars. Skiing and riding are not the only ways families can have fun on a Park City Mountain Resort family ski trip. The Alpine Coaster is a kid's favorite because it includes 4,000 foot of high-speed curves and loops. Gorgoza Park is a lift-served snow-tubing hill complete with a play area and warming hut. Gorgoza Park has lights, too, so the fun doesn't have to end when the sun goes down.