Brighton Resort, located at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon just 35 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah, is renowned for its excellent snow conditions and welcoming atmosphere. With over 1,050 skiable acres accessible by five high-speed quads, a triple, and a magic carpet, it offers great terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort is family-friendly and has been voted Utah’s top resort for "Child/Family Friendly Terrain" and "Best Value" for more than six years. Visitors appreciate the friendly local staff, the variety of trails, and the spacious slopes that help reduce crowding. In winter, skiing and snowboarding are magnificent, and the trails feature incredible views and top-notch terrain. During summer, guests can enjoy lakes like Mary Lake and Catherine Lake, hike the Brighton Peaks Loop, and take the cable car for stunning vistas, often accompanied by live music on weekends. The resort offers quality rentals, ski and snowboard lessons, lockers, cafeterias, and a pub, making it a comfortable and fun destination for all ages. Walkability is good, with different levels suitable for the whole family. While food prices could be more affordable, the overall experience is laid back, with a vibe that attracts mostly locals and provides a great mix of terrain and natural beauty throughout the year.
Loved this mountain, the trails, and the views. Also love their values in making skiing available to all & being open all day. So neat! If we lived nearby, would definitely be hitting some after work laps.
March 2026
Love Brighton! Always gets lots.of snow and the runs are great 👍
March 2026
Very good snowboarding community! Big shout to groomers to keep snow soft 10 days after storm.
