Travel to Snowbasin, Utah
The drive time and distance to Snowbasin, Utah is about the same for me as driving to Sun Valley, Idaho. If you live in the Western U.S., you might consider driving to Snowbasin. It’s within a day’s drive of several major cities, including Boise, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Denver. The resort is located off Interstate 84, with good road conditions year-round.
The Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is a major hub for Delta Air Lines, so you will find a lot of flights to and from Delta’s destinations. Most major airlines offer flights to Salt Lake City from across the U.S. as well. Once you arrive at SLC, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service to Snowbasin.
Another option is to take Amtrak. Amtrak offers service to several locations in Utah, including Ogden and Salt Lake City. From there, you can rent a car or use a local transportation service to get to Snowbasin. The Amtrak California Zephyr line stops in Salt Lake City and runs daily between Chicago and the Bay Area, passing through beautiful parts of the country including the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevadas.
Once you are in Salt Lake City or Ogden, there are several shuttle services that provide transportation to Snowbasin. These include companies like Canyon Transportation and AAA Airport Transportation.
Uber and Lyft also operate in the Salt Lake City area, and you can use these services to get from the city or the airport to Snowbasin.
Snowbasin Mountain Info
DeMoisy Summit Elevation: 9,370′
Needles Summit Elevation: 9,010′
Mt. Ogden Summit Elevation: 9,570′
Allen Peak Summit Elevation: 9,465′
No Name Summit Elevation: 9,070′
Grizzly Base Elevation: 6,404′
Grizzly Vertical Drop: 2,424′ (from John Paul Lodge)
Grizzly Vertical Drop: 2,934′ (from Allen Peak)
Strawberry Base Elevation: 6,742′
Strawberry Vertical Drop: 2,472′
High Speed Detachable 8 Person Gondolas: 2
Aerial 15-Person Tramway: 1
High Speed Detachable Six-Pack Ski Lift: 1
High Speed Detachable Quad Ski Lifts: 2
Fixed Triple Ski Lifts: 4
People Mover or Moving Carpet: 2
Rope Tow/Baby Lift with Low Rope Tow: 1
I’ve been to Snowbasin only twice, once in 2020 and again in 2021. But wow, I loved it! I really enjoyed the pitch and wide-open runs below the Strawberry Gondola – Elk Ridge, Sun King, Wolverine, Coyote Bowl, Main Street and more! What a blast!
The Snowbasin base area has everything you need starting at the Grizzly Center where you can find the Rental Gear of your choice, schedule a Private Lesson or an Adult Group Lesson, get last minute adjustments and pick up needed items. Close by is Earl’s Lodge and The Cinnabar where drinks, snacks and or lunch can be enjoyed inside or on the patio with mountain side views!
Pizza, Burgers, Chicken Sandwich, Hot Dogs, Fries, Chips and Beer can all be had at the Strawberry Gondola’s slopeside patio dining.
Ride the Needles Gondola up to 8,700 feet elevation to the Needles Lodge and enjoy some great food! Reservations are recommended. Also located at the Needles Lodge offering extraordinary views of Snowbasin Resort and Ogden Valley is The Overlook Bar and Restaurant (for those 21 and over).
Ride the John Paul Express high speed quad chair lift to the John Paul Lodge to enjoy some breath taking panoramic views and excellent food options. Coffee and pastries are available 9am – 3pm, Waffles: 10am – 3pm. Delectable sandwiches, grilled meats, and fresh salads for lunch are available between 11am and 3pm.
Snowbasin Lodging
The unique thing about Snowbasin Resort is there is no on-site lodging at all. Everyone has to drive to the resort. The closest town is Huntsville which is 10 miles away. AIRBNBs are available in Huntsville but there are no Hotels.
This is where I stayed during my 2024 visit to Snowbasin resort. Super friendly and helpful staff, along with a very quiet and comfortable, reasonably priced room equaled total satisfaction! I will stay here again for sure.
This is one of the closest Hotels to Snowbasin Resort at just 16 miles. It’s in South Ogden close to Uintah. I’ve stayed here before and it was nice. I will probably stay here again.
Here’s a place I’d like to stay! Full breakfast, Spa, In Room Jacuzzi, all at such a beautiful location – looks like fun to me!
One of the great things about snow skiing in Utah along with the light & fluffy snow is the vast number of lodging options to choose from. The info on Snowbasin’s Lodging web page is a great resource I highly recommend! And there is always Google of course.
Snowbasin Food & Drink
Here’s a fun and historic Food & Drink venue they say is the oldest continuously operating Saloon west of the Mississippi, Est. 1879. The Shooting Star Saloon keeps things simple with Burgers, Beers, Soda and Chips. NO Fries!!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while viewing the stunning beauty of the Ogden River that is on full display at this quaint riverside grill. Open seven days a week for breakfast and only Friday nights for dinner, the Hermitage Grill is not to be missed!
Similar to lodging, there’s a Food & Drink option to please every craving in the Snowbasin area. Good luck deciding!
Snowbasin Tickets & Passes
Great news – Snowbasin is an Ikon Pass member for the 2024-2025 season! No Reservations needed!
Snowbasin is once again a Mountain Collective Pass member for the 2024-2025 ski season. No Reservations needed.
Snowbasin Other Info & Stuff to Do!
Diamond Peaks Heli-Ski Adventures: This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will take you skiing or snowboarding in some of the most pristine powder in the world.
Huntsville Astronomic and Lunar Observatory or HALO: This observatory is home to a 16-inch telescope that you can use to view the stars, planets, and other celestial objects.
Utah Detours: This outdoor adventure company offers a variety of activities, including rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking. They also have a zipline tour that takes you over the Ogden Valley.
Historic 25th Street: This historic district in Ogden is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and art galleries. You can also visit the Ogden Union Station, a beautiful train depot that is now a museum.
Hill Aerospace Museum: This museum is home to a collection of aircraft, missiles, and other military artifacts. You can also take a guided tour of the Ogden Air Logistics Complex, which is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world.
