Alta, UT, Parking System Draws Backcountry Backlash as Users Report Sold-Out Early Morning Reservations and Empty Lots A growing number of backcountry skiers are raising concerns about parking access near Alta Ski Area, after reports of sold-out reservations coincided with visibly underused parking areas in Upper Little Cottonwood Canyon. The issue surfaced publicly this week after the Wasatch Backcountry Alliance (WBA) posted that it is actively communicating with the Town of Alta to better understand ongoing access […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | January 8, 2026 3 Comments
Vail, CO, Hikes Parking Rates to $50 on Peak Days Ahead of 2025–26 Ski Season The town of Vail is adjusting its parking program for the 2025–26 ski season, increasing the maximum daily charge in its parking structures from $40 to $50 on peak days, as reported by Vail Daily. Beginning November 14, visitors will pay $10 per hour for up to five hours, with peak pricing in effect Friday through Sunday and on major […] Industry News Brent Glogau | September 23, 2025 0 Comments
Solitude Mountain, UT, Controversial New Parking Lot Proposal Destroys 11 Acres of Forest Solitude Mountain Resort, located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, proposed a plan to wipe out around 11.4 acres of forested land to create a new parking lot large enough to fit 593 cars. This proposal came with significant backlash, with many citing traffic issues, environmental concerns, and logistical problems as to why the proposal should not get approved. In an […] Industry News Sam Fishman | June 29, 2025 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Adjusts Parking Reservations for 2025-26 Amid Ikon Pass Changes Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado, will adjust its parking reservation program for the 2025-26 season, coinciding with its first full winter of unlimited access for full Ikon Pass holders, reports The Summit Daily. The resort introduced its current parking system during the 2024–25 season to address mounting traffic issues along U.S. Highway 6 near Loveland Pass. That system required reservations […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 14, 2025 0 Comments
Stevens Pass, WA, Reverses Paid Parking Plan After Community Criticism Stevens Pass Ski Resort in Washington has reversed its decision to implement a paid parking reservation system for the 2025-26 winter season following significant community feedback. The resort will maintain the current hybrid parking model used this season, which combines free and paid parking options on weekends and peak days, emphasizing reservations and carpool incentives. Related: Stevens Pass, WA, to […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 8, 2025 0 Comments
Snowbird, UT, Introduces $1,300 Preferred Parking Pass for 2025–26 Season No, this is not April Fools. If you want front-row parking at Snowbird next winter it’s going to cost you. The Utah resort near Salt Lake City has officially announced its 2025–26 Preferred Parking Pass, priced at $1,300 for the season, granting access to premium lots without requiring daily reservations. Related: Will The Little Cottonwood Canyon, UT, Gondola Ever Get […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | April 1, 2025 0 Comments
Salt Lake City, UT, Residents Unhappy About New Recreation Fees Implemented at Central Wasatch Trailheads The U.S. Forest Service has introduced new recreation fees at several popular trailheads in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, including the Mill D Trailhead and Spruces Campground, home to some of the most popular backcountry skiing areas in the Wasatch. Visitors have reported finding flyers on their vehicles, leading to confusion and discussions on social media. Some individuals […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | December 23, 2024 2 Comments
Limited $799 Season Parking Passes Up for Lottery at Park City Mountain Resort, UT Guests who plan to visit Park City Mountain Resort, Utah, this winter have until Tuesday, September 3 at 4 P.M. MST to enter for a chance to purchase a season parking pass in the covered and coveted Mountain Village Garage. 83 remaining season parking permits will be assigned on a random lottery system. Those who are chosen will have the […] Industry News Brent Glogau | August 30, 2024 0 Comments
The ‘Airbnb of Parking’? New App Hopes to Revolutionize Parking at Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek, CO Spotsurfer, a Denver-based parking business, is set to revolutionize parking accessibility for skiers heading to Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek, Colorado. The company aims to tackle the ongoing parking issues near these popular ski destinations, especially during peak seasons. Related: Rare Reserved Parking Spot in Vail Village Selling for $239,5000 As skier traffic surges, finding a parking spot near Vail […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 26, 2024 0 Comments
Stevens Pass, WA, to Offer Free and Paid Parking Reservations and Carpooling Incentives for 2024/25 Winter Season Parking and arrivals are an important part of the guest experience at Stevens Pass, Washington, and the resort is committed to addressing the challenges they present with proactive, data-driven approaches. Next winter, the resort will offer a combination of free and paid parking options on weekends and holidays/peak periods, with a focus on reservations and carpooling incentives. Related: Kirkwood Resort, […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 6, 2024 0 Comments
The New Canyons Village Parking Garage Will Completely Transform Park City Mountain Resort, UT A new parking garage at Canyons Village, which is pending approval to be built, looks like it will completely revitalize the guest arrival experience at Park City Mountain Resort. The new multi-level garage would consolidate and replace the available spaces in multiple surface lots throughout Canyons Village into a single covered facility. It will have multiple entrances to expedite the […] Industry News Brent Glogau | November 15, 2023 1 Comment
Magic Mountain, VT, Trolls Other Pay-To-Park Resorts with Sarcastic Social Media Posts Parking fees and reservations are becoming more and more common among ski areas across the nation. The policies are designed to limit demand, encourage carpooling, and help with overcrowding. In the last month, there have been a few resorts that have updated their fees and reservations for parking, including Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming; Solitude, Utah; Palisades Tahoe, California; and […] Industry News Brent Glogau | November 13, 2023 0 Comments
Changes Coming to Parking at Teton Village, WY, Including Increased Fees and Carpool Minimums If you’ve been to Teton Village recently to ride at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), then you know the parking lots have seen a big upgrade. The Teton Village Association (TVA) has modernized the parking experience by automating the gate process to increase efficiency and accuracy on each parking lot’s real-time capacity. With these upgrades come some changes to the […] Industry News Brent Glogau | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
Vail, CO, Announces Parking Rates for 2023/24 Season, Selling Passes Now Parking at Vail Mountain can be challenging at times. Recent winters have seen a steady increase in days where parking in the village has filled up, necessitating the usage of overflow parking on the frontage roads and outlying lots. The demand for parking creates a scenario where the town has to balance charging for parking to reduce the demand in […] Industry News Brent Glogau | October 11, 2023 0 Comments
Stowe Mountain Resort, VT, Makes a U-Turn on Seasonal Parking Passes Amid Push for Carpooling and Public Transit Stowe Mountain Resort, a popular skiing destination in Vermont owned by Vail Resorts, has decided to discontinue the sale of seasonal parking passes, according to a recent announcement. The move is part of the resort’s broader efforts to reduce traffic congestion and encourage the use of carpooling and public transportation. The Park Stowe 22/23 season parking pass was made available […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 17, 2023 0 Comments
Town of Vail, CO, Loses $50,000 in Revenue in 6 Hours When Parking System Fails Parking at Vail Mountain, CO, on busy days can be troublesome. This offseason, the town worked on solutions to make it better. Related: Vail Mountain, CO, Weighs Options to Improve Parking Experience, Including Dynamic Pricing Unfortunately, this ultimately ended up in rate increases and pass changes. But on Saturday, February 4, skiers and riders were pleasantly surprised when they received […] Industry News Brent Glogau | February 22, 2023 2 Comments
Vail Mountain, CO, Weighs Options to Improve Parking Experience, Including Dynamic Pricing The parking situation at Vail Mountain, CO, is less than ideal. On peak days when the lots fill up, cars are forced to park on Frontage Road. Last year there were 53 days this happened. A town committee is considering options on how to reduce the number of spillover days to no more than 15. To do this they estimate […] Industry News Brent Glogau | August 19, 2022 1 Comment
Paid Parking Plans in Avon, CO to be Introduced Next Season Due to Crazy Traffic to Neighboring Vail As ski season is beginning to dwindle, the town of Avon is considering a paid parking plan in order to manage traffic for next season. After an influx of traffic this past ski season, the small town neighboring Vail experienced an explosion of visitors. Particularly those looking for parking with access to the free ski shuttle. Roads along the shuttle’s […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | March 31, 2022 1 Comment
Eldora Ski Resort, CO, to Charge Single-Occupancy Vehicles to Park on Weekends and During Holidays As a COVID-19 safety measure during the 2020/21 Winter Season, Eldora Ski Resort, CO, instituted a parking reservation system to manage visitation. There will be no reservation system this winter––but there are some major parking changes planned. Related: Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Eldora, CO New for the 2021/22 Winter Season, Boulder County is requiring Eldora to charge single-occupancy vehicles a $10 fee on weekends […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 22, 2021 0 Comments
The Alta, UT Parking Issue: Discussing Possible Parking Scenarios for Next Ski Season This article was originally published by Alta Ski Area POSSIBLE PARKING SCENARIOS FOR NEXT SKI SEASON Alta Ski Lifts (ASL) has developed and maintains parking lots within its special use permit with the US Forest Service for ski area customers and operational purposes. Over the years, ASL has allowed use of these parking areas by non-ski area visitors, such as […] Industry News Guest Author | March 9, 2021 5 Comments
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