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Locals may not feel the need to correct them, preferring to ski with smaller crowds of people who pronounce their resorts "Snow Basun," "Powder Moun'un" and "Wuff Moun'un," but there's room on these massive peaks for everyone.
Snowbasin
Snowbasin burst onto the world stage at the Winter Games in 2002 with high alpine bowls, steep chutes, perfectly groomed cruisers, deep-powder glades and two of the most challenging downhill race courses ever traced on a mountain. Not a bad view up there, either.
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- Peak elevation: 9,350 feet
- Vertical: 2,950 feet
- Base elevation: 6,391 feet
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Powder Mountain
Their name isn't just a fluffy bit of marketing. If you want endless powder, this your jam. Powder Mountain consistently earns top ratings for value and snow quality in Ski Magazine. The locals call this resort their own private playground, and with over 7,000 acres of skiable terrain, it's North America's largest ski area. The resort offers daily inbound and guided backcountry tours for a really unique experience. Don't wear white or they'll never find you.
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- Peak elevation: 8,900 feet
- 9,422 feet via snowcat
- Vertical: 2,000 feet
- 2522 feet via snowcat
- Base elevation: 6,900 feet
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Nordic Valley (née Wolf Mountain)
Between Powder Mountain and Snow Basin sits little Nordic Valley, the best learn-to-ski mountain in the Rockies. After a spell as Wolf Mountain, Nordic is re-adopting its old name under new ownership. Here's hoping expansion plans don't interfere with its reign as the most affordable skiing in Utah (They promise it won't.) Also, lighted night skiing and great beginner runs. Note: Nordic Valley hasn't received as much snow at the other resorts listed here. Skiing conditions may not be as favorable due to warm temperatures.
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- Peak elevation: 6,500 feet
- Vertical: 1,000 feet
- Base elevation: 5,500 feet
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Lodging near Ogden resorts
- Wolf Lodge Condos by Basinview Lodging
- Moose Hollow Condos by Basinview Lodging
- Lakeside Resort Condos
Things to do in and around Ogden
- Nordic skiing
- Salmon Center
- Golden Spike National Historic Site
- Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island
Dining in Ogden
Needles Lodge at Snowbasin
Dine at 9,000 feet in this high alpine lodge with expansive views of Morgan, Ogden Valley and Pineview Reservoir. Elegant, unpretentious, made-from-scratch dining.
Roosters Brewing Company
Some brewpubs focus on the their beer, others on their food. Roosters just wants to make everything delicious. Whether you get a pint, a burger or both, add on some Naughty Fries and replace the calories you burned skiing.
Maccool's Public House
Home cooking, ladies and lassies. Darts, shuffleboard and a flickering fire will make everyone feel welcome as they enjoy carefully considered meals, just like your mom would make if she were a better cook and Irish.
The Greenery Restaurant
Home to the famous Mormon Muffin, the Gabby Crabby and homemade caramel apple pie, the Greenery is the one restaurant Grandma takes you to that is actually delicious.
