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Brighton Resort
Brighton is arguably (but not really) Salt Lake’s most laidback ski hill. Unpretentious and friendly, its sprawling runs attract a young crowd, a large contingent of which are snowboarders. Brighton has a well-deserved distinction of being the resort where most Salt Lakers learn to ride and ski. Why? A combination of lower lift-ticket prices, free skiing for kids ages 5 and under, an appealing mix of beginner and expert terrain, wide, forgiving runs, and a mellow attitude.
It’s also home to Ski City's only night skiing with more than 200 acres of lighted runs to extend your day on mountain.
Brighton’s laidback vibe is most evident in its base area, which is a no-frills mix of a family cabins in full-on alpine A-frame style and its friendly watering hole, Molly Green’s Tavern. Brighton keeps it simple—burger, beer, nachos on a sunny patio for your midday reprieve. Because, after all, you came to Salt Lake to ski, board, and have fun. Why make it complicated?
Summer Activities
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Hike the Lakes
There's plenty of hiking to do up Big Cottonwood Canyon and you can't beat the scenic views that surround Lake Mary, Lake Martha, and Lake Catherine. Another beautiful lake for all skill levels and ages is Silver Lake which is accessible year-round.
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Camp Brighton
Kids ages 6-15 can spend their weeks exploring, exercising and learning in the majestic Wasatch Mountains. With a focus on fun and educational activities, Camp Brighton provides an exciting learning environment to promote campers’ creativity, perseverance and collaboration.
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Wasatch Wildflower Festival
The wildflowers of the Wasatch Mountain ranges are so famous that a festival is held each year. There are hikes for all skill levels, and if you can't make this year's dates, the wildflowers bloom throughout the summer and make the perfect backdrop for a picnic.
Winter Activities
The pace here is laid-back. The cuisine is un-fussy. Scrappy shredder kids entertain themselves doing tricks off every possible surface. The terrain's varied, with plenty for beginner locals and tourists alike, and some true steep stuff too for those who fancy a challenge. Check out resort info, trail maps and more at Ski City's Brighton Resort.
Winter Activities
The pace here is laid-back. The cuisine is un-fussy. Scrappy shredder kids entertain themselves doing tricks off every possible surface. The terrain's varied, with plenty for beginner locals and tourists alike, and some true steep stuff too for those who fancy a challenge. Check out resort info, trail maps and more at Ski City's Brighton Resort.
Explore Brighton
Located up Big Cottonwood Canyon, Brighton is Utah's only resort that can boast that 100% of its terrain is accessible by high speed quads. Brighton also offers night skiing with over 200 illuminated acres. The resort is a great combination of terrain and snow quality making it one of Utah’s favorites.
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