How to Go Skiing in Brighton, Utah

Go Skiing in Brighton, Utah to enjoy unparalleled night skiing and slopes maintained by state-of-the-art equipment providing over 200 acres of snow-making power. With a vertical drop of 1,745 feet and snow activities such as snowboarding and ultimate ski trails, skiers of all levels can experience a joyful trip to Brighton.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Phone
• Computer with Internet service

Book Your Brighton Lodging

1. Reserve an on-site room by contacting the Brighton Lodge. The Lodge offers 20 affordable rooms with a complimentary breakfast, fireplaces, big screen televisions and an outdoor Jacuzzi hot tub. Restaurant dining and a club are located just a short distance away. Online booking is not currently available.
2. Book off-site lodging through the Salt Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau by calling or visiting its website (see Resources below). Choose the 'Solitude/Brighton' link from the drop-down menu to get started.
3. Rent a mountain home for the weekend to enjoy a larger space, a full kitchen and lots of privacy during your trip. The mountain homes are located a short distance from the resort with most being ski-in/ski-out. Expect rates to range from moderate to expensive.

Arrange Your Brighton Transportation

4. Fly into the Salt Lake International Airport, the closest airport to Brighton. It's located just 35 miles from the resort.
5. Take I-25 South to the 6200 South exit. After exiting, take a right on Wasatch Blvd. and then turn left at the Big Cottonwood Canyon to reach the resort.

Enjoy Your Ski Trip to Brighton

6. Take advantage of the extensive and detailed online Brighton trail map to explore your options for trails, trail levels and the locations of restrooms, food services and resort shopping. Observe where the chair lifts and trail locations are located from the centrally located Brighton Center.
7. Look over the snow equipment rental prices offered on location at the Brighton resort. Rent top-quality performance snow gear for inexpensive rates for both adults and children. Check out inexpensive rental rates available for half-day rentals and night rentals, as well.
8. Plan to purchase your lift tickets at the Brighton Center when you arrive on the mountain. After you purchase your lift tickets, visit the Brighton Chalet for a quick bite to eat and relax in the Utah sunshine.
9. Notice that the Brighton resort offers a broad range of lessons and school options for learning how to ski or snowboard. Take advantage of the women's classes, seniors' classes and snowboard method classes.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your reservations online for the best rates, as well as easy access to your reservation information.
• Check the current snow and weather report online at the resort's website. Here you can view the latest snowfall and mountain conditions for your Utah ski trip.