As one of the oldest continuously-operated ski resorts in the nation, we are pleased to announce a series of capital investments ahead of the two upcoming winter seasons. Strategic upgrades including a high-speed chairlift, refurbished gondola cabins, improved beginner terrain, and revised parking and entry for optimized traffic flow.
Snowbasin was recently selected as the official Alpine Skiing venue for the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, following Salt Lake City’s successful bid to host the Winter Games for the second time. Since the 2002 Winter Games, Snowbasin has continued to invest in capital improvements and is poised to deliver an exceptional experience in 2034.
“Snowbasin is committed to being the most accessible mountain in Utah and these improvements will make a significant impact to our accessibility and efficiency.”
The highly anticipated upgrade to Becker Chairlift will unveil prior to the 2025-26 winter season. One of the resort’s oldest chairs initially installed in 1986, Becker will transition from a fixed-grip triple chair to a detachable quad, greatly enhancing capacity by transporting around 1,800 riders per hour. The high-speed lift will also cut skiers’ lift time in half, offering a swift six-minute ride to the top terminal.
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The transformation of Snowbasin’s Becker Chairlift not only enhances the lift itself but also brings improvements to the surrounding beginner terrain. The bottom terminal is being repositioned adjacent to the Wildcat Chairlift, allowing for easier access. In conjunction with the lift installation, Bear Hollow, Snowshoe, and Slow Road will be widened to improve flow and safety in the Family Zone accessed by this lift.
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Snowbasin has embarked on a multi-year project to refurbish Needles Gondola cabins. Guests will begin to see these enhancements leading into the upcoming 2024-25 ski season.
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This summer, Snowbasin partnered with the Utah Department of Transportation to implement a new traffic pattern off Trapper’s Loop that allows cars from south and northbound lanes to simultaneously turn onto Snowbasin Road, improving traffic flow and allowing for an estimated 25% increase in vehicle speed.
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These improvements reinforce Snowbasin’s strong commitment to providing a world-class experience, recently ranked No. 2 in the west by SKI Magazine. With the announcement of Becker, it will be Snowbasin’s fourth lift addition in the past six seasons. Snowbasin recently added Wildcat Handle Tow (2020), Middle Bowl (2021) and DeMoisy Express (2023). Additionally, the resort has significantly expanded parking, enhanced dining options and increased snowmaking across the mountain over this period.
