Photo by Canyons Resort
Canyons Resort has announced that it will extend the 2011 ski season with a new close date of April 17. Thanks to nearly three feet of new snow in the last week with another two feet expected in the next few days, Utah’s largest ski resort is confident that these conditions, combined with advanced snowmaking abilities and a 270-inch base, will see skiers and snowboarders through a powder-filled spring.
“The ski conditions have been phenomenal,” said Mike Goar, Canyons managing director. “And our improved snowmaking capabilities will allow us to extend our season and offer the best ski experience in Utah well into the spring.”
Several of the new dining and apres options that Canyons introduced this year as part of a series of on-mountain improvements will also remain open, including a new restaurant focused on locally grown foods called The Farm, which is expected to debut this month. The Canyons’ state-of-the-art heated Orange Bubble lift and new ski beach will also remain open through April 17.
72 Colony Home – Ski-in/ski-out on the slopes of Canyons Resort with 7 bedrooms, a private hot tub, game room and 17,000 square feet of living space
2350 Red Pine Home – A 6,700 square-foot home featuring 6 bedrooms, a theater with projector screen and recliners, pool table and private hot tub.
Juniper Landing Condos – Right by the Frostwood Gondola, 2- and 3-bedroom condos with gas fireplaces in each bedroom and private hot tubs.
Silver Star Cottages – A 5-minute drive via complimentary shuttle service to Canyons, these 4- and 5-bedroom cottages offer a heated outdoor pool, private hot tubs, a fitness center, on-site cafe and outdoor fire pits.
Those seeking Park City lodging during January will be in for a pleasant surprise, with sunny skies and better snow than usual for the early season. After the best November snow storms since 2004 and continued snow throughout December, each of Park City’s three ski resorts has reported a base depth of nearly 90 inches. Deer Valley has opened 95 of 100 runs, while Park City has opened 111 of 113. Canyons has opened 154 trails, leaving only scattered runs and the Iron Mountain Express area to open.
Snow is expected to continue over the weekend with temperatures remaining in the mid-20s throughout the week for comfortable, sunny skiing conditions.
12 Bellemont home at Deer Valley - Jan. 2, 2011
