Utah's highest-base-elevation ski resort at 9,600 feet, and the closest major ski area to Las Vegas and St. George. In summer the lifts keep spinning for downhill mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides, and a full events calendar including Oktoberfest and music series; winter offers two connected mountains of skiing and snowboarding on famously light snow.
| Category | Point of Interest |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Brian Head |
| Top activities | Skiing and snowboarding, Lift-served downhill mountain biking, Scenic chairlift rides, Summer festivals and Oktoberfest, Tubing and snowmobiling |
| Best time to visit | November through April for skiing (2026-27 season opens in early November); mid-June through late September for lift-served biking and summer events. |
| Entrance fee | Free to visit town and base area; lift tickets and activity passes priced separately |
| Permits | None. SR-143 to Brian Head is paved and plowed year-round; carry chains or AWD in winter storms. |
Visitor tip: Even in July, temperatures at the base can be 30 degrees cooler than St. George — it is the region's best true escape-the-heat destination, so pack a jacket for evenings.
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