Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Sundance Mountain Resort, UT—The Hidden Hometown Mountain of the Wasatch Sundance Mountain Resort, Utah, tucked behind Mount Timpanogos, has been called a hidden gem by many. While Utah is known for its world-class ski resorts, with millions flocking to resorts like Park City, Snowbird, and Alta each winter, Sundance is special. It has the essence of a true hometown mountain, situated in arguably the most picturesque spot in the Wasatch […] Colin Peacock | November 4, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Mammoth Mountain, CA – Tears of Joy Here’s how I remember it: We are heading up the gondola at Mammoth Mountain, California. I’m maybe 10 years old at most, and I am crying. It’s my first time up here as my dad convinced me to try the Mammoth classic, Cornice Bowl. Now, as the summit terrain’s steepness comes into view, I’m paralyzed with fear. I see a guy launching […] Justin Barham | June 14, 2024 0 Comments
Lindsey Vonn Brand Ambassador for “West Best Secret” Known as the “West Best Secret” is Three Forks Ranch, Colorado, an all-inclusive exclusive mountain resort that provides its guests with a beautiful wilderness getaway. This resort is located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains just 40 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. It is open year-round and offers guests wellness retreats and treatments (in partnership with Mayo Clinic), […] Industry News Samantha Gates | May 8, 2024 1 Comment
Aspen, CO, Named Most Expensive Vacation Spot in the U.S. Spring is now in full swing, and many are starting to plan their summer vacations. There are so many options to choose from. Even if planning a domestic trip, the U.S. has diverse options to appeal to anyone’s preferences. When planning such a trip, cost is a major consideration. Thankfully, the travel experts at Optimus Travel have analyzed the cost […] Industry News Brent Thomas | April 30, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Very Active Week Set to Hammer CA with Several Feet of Snow Inches of precip will accumulate in California this week. Source: maps.weatherbell.com Forecast prepared the evening of Friday, March 22 Forecast Summary The dry break is over for California, with a couple of low pressure systems bringing large swaths of rain and snow to the state starting Friday night. The rest of March in the Sierra’s will feature intervals of heavy […] Weather WeatherBrains | March 22, 2024 0 Comments
Powder Mountain, UT, Report: Average Days Don’t Exist Here Report from Sunday, February 25, 2025 The first wow moment was pulling into the parking lot on top of the mountain. Let alone the short 35-minute drive from downtown Ogden, Utah. I parked at Timberline Lodge, the middle of the three offered at the resort. From there, waiting on the rope to drop at 9 a.m. rather than a lift […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | February 26, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Beaver Creek, CO—My Sneak Away Spot From the Midwest Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, it was no walk in the park getting to nearby ski resorts. The closest spots are Alpine Valley Resort in Wisconsin and Boyne Mountain Resort in Michigan, both a few hours away. Although this is no big deal, my dad was fixed on getting me in Rocky Mountain territory right from the beginning. […] Noah DeVries | January 24, 2024 0 Comments
Massive $2 Billion Utah Mega-Resort Set to Open Next Year Vacationers to Southwest Utah will soon have another lodging option to choose from. Black Desert Resort, located just eight miles from St. George, is slated to open in the fall of 2024. The new resort will be colossal and will cover an impressive 630 acres. This will easily make it the largest resort in the state. For reference, Disneyland is […] Industry News Brent Thomas | August 21, 2023 2 Comments
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