Discover the Brighton Side of Life
If you’re reading this, you already know at least a little bit about Brighton. For instance, you probably know that we’re located at the very top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, just a short - and beautiful - drive from Salt Lake City. And you might know that we get some of the best snow in Utah, which already gets some of the best snow on Earth, which means we get the best of the best snow on Earth. Sure, it’s a bold claim, but once you’ve ridden here, and experienced what 500-plus annual inches of Wasatch powder does for your stoke, we think you’ll agree.
Maybe you also know that at Brighton, we believe that the joy of skiing and riding belong to us all. From pro riders, to first-time families, to after-work warriors, and all those in between, we’ve got the terrain to put a smile on everyone’s face and keep them coming back for more. Here, there’s always something new to learn - a trick to try, a trail that takes your skills up a notch, or just a stash you haven’t yet explored.
All of that’s great, and it’s an important part of what makes Brighton unlike any other resort in Utah. Or anywhere else, for that matter. But the most important part of Brighton doesn’t even belong to us. It’s the community that gathers here, connected to one another by a shared love of skiing and riding, no matter where they come from. Or where they’re going. Which is to say, perhaps it’s not Brighton that’s so special, after all. Perhaps it’s the people who find us, and the way they each make this place a little bit of what it is.
What Sets Us Apart
COMMUNITY
Our sense of community and shared love for sliding on snow is at the core of what makes Brighton so special. Couples, families, hard-charging locals: they’re all here. Now you’re part of the Brighton community, too. Welcome. We’re glad to have you.
NIGHT RIDING
With 24 runs under 250 lights, our guests have the flexibility to ride when it works for them, making skiing and riding more accessible to more people which is a big part of what Brighton is all about.
SNOW
With an annual snowfall average of over 500” of some of the driest, lightest powder known to humankind, and an experienced team of dedicated groomers to manage this bounty, Brighton is a powder hound’s paradise.
PROGRESSION
Our diversity of terrain, reputation as “the place where Utah learns to ski & ride", and embrace of creative self-expression make Brighton the place where progression thrives. The mix of terrain means that every lift line includes riders of all abilities and that every rider has a front seat view of what’s possible.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Our inclusive, low-key vibe, tremendous variety of terrain, and easy-to-navigate layout means that we’re ideally suited to families of all levels.
SNOWBOARDING
Our early and ongoing embrace of snowboarding culture and creativity, coupled with some of the finest terrain (and snow) in the world helps make Brighton a renowned refuge for riders of all abilities.
What We Believe
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Skiing and riding should remain as accessible as possible.
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What we hold in common is more important than what we don’t.
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Everyone is important, no matter how they ride.
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Riding shouldn’t be complicated.
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The best things are better when shared.
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Passion leads to progression.
What We Offer
THE MOUNTAIN
Average Annual Snowfall: 500"
Vertical, Lift-Serviced Drop: 1,875'
Base Elevation: 8,755'
Top Elevation: 10,500'
Skiable Acres: 1,050
LIFTS & TERRAIN
Lifts: 5 Chairlifts, 2 Surface Lifts
Number of Runs: 66
Grooming: Excellent
Terrain Parks: 5
Night Riding: 30 trails & counting
SERVICES & AMENITIES
Dining
Slopeside Lodging
Ski School
Shopping
Rentals
Tune & Repair
Seasonal & Day Lockers
On-Site Medical Clinic
Wifi
Our Mission
To provide an approachable, inclusive skiing and riding experience, while inspiring our guests to push the limits of their skills and creative self-expression in the company of others who share in the simple joy of the sport.