Any time you make your way to scenic Park City, Utah, you’ll find yourself immersed in opportunities to make the very most of your time in the great outdoors. Park City is a hub for recreation in nature and wintertime is no exception to the rule. When the fresh powder falls each year, the ski slopes at the local resorts come to life in vibrant style. The good news is these world-class resorts are ideal for skiers of all skill levels. You certainly don’t have to be a pro to make the most of the downhill fun and will find that Park City is an exceptionally inviting place to learn to ski for the first time. Consider this Park City Beginner Skiing Guide a helpful starting point when you’re making your way to Park City and excited to give skiing a try in a place that’s iconic for the sport!
Ski Destinations for Beginners
Park City may be known and loved for its top-rated skiing among the experts, but for beginners, it’s equally inviting thanks to the diversity of slopes available to explore. When you head this way to learn or put new skills on the slopes to work, you can pick and choose between time well-spent at Park City Mountain Resort or Deer Valley too. Each of these destinations offers beginner-level skiers a family-friendly atmosphere to enjoy but there are some differences to note when you’re making your selection.
By the numbers, Park City Mountain Resort is larger than Deer Valley which gives beginner-level skiers some more room to practice without worrying about crossing paths with more advanced skiers along the way. In total, Park City Mountain Resort has more than 7,300 skiable acres of terrain to its name including a large number of trails and runs specially designed for those who are just learning the sport. There are around 27 beginning-specific ski trails at the resort so you can pick and choose a few to conquer with confidence before moving onto more challenging endeavors.
Over at Deer Valley, beginner skiers will enjoy learning to ski in a place that’s designed exclusively for that…skiing! While Park City Mountain Resort is open to both skiers and snowboarders, Deer Valley maintains a ski-exclusive policy. They also have daily lift limits meaning you’ll be learning in a place with fewer fellow skiers around. That means easier access to the 21 chairlifts when you’re working on balance, and great views to enjoy as your reward for putting so much effort into your new skillset.
Lessons Can Be Easily Booked
Whether you set your sights on learning to ski at Park City Mountain Resort or Deer Valley, you’ll be delighted to find both destinations offer easy access to on-site lessons alongside experts. At Park City Mountain Resort, you’ll have options to enjoy private or group ski lessons as well as opportunities to take part in all-terrain programs. Over at Deer Valley, group and private lessons are also available upon request as well as regularly hosted clinics for more in-depth instruction. Beginners at both ski resorts won’t have to worry about having their own gear on hand when they arrive because the resorts have rental options conveniently available on-site.
Slopes to Try When You’re New to Skiing
When you’re a beginner skier spending time at Park City Mountain Resort, around 15% of the trails are set aside specifically for you. They’re marked clearly in green but before you give them a go, you’re going to want to take a lesson and spend time in one of the multiple on-site beginner practice areas where you can hone your technique. Once you’re ready to head up, you’ll find there are many “magic carpets” to get you to practice slope summits on the Canyons Village side of the resort and great beginner areas situated around the Red Pine Lodge as well. High Meadow Park is yet another designated beginner ski area to check out while you’re here and the First Time Trail is a bunny hill that’s well worth your while to practice on. Be sure to add beginner runs at Raptor Way and Home Run to your itinerary too.
For those who are starting out at Deer Valley, 26% of the terrain is beginner-friendly with destinations like Lower Lily and Blue Bell among the top-rated places to start out after lessons and practice. If you’re looking to ride the lifts up to some of the top beginner trails, the Northside Express, Silver Strike Express, and the Ruby Express will all get you where you need to be easily.
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We hope you enjoyed our beginner skiing guide in park city. Now is an incredible time to make your way to Park City for a ski-focused journey and at Summit Luxury Vacations, we have the beautiful accommodations in place to top your stay off in style. Reach out to learn more today about our exciting lineup of options available, and to begin turning travel plans into a reality this winter! Contact us today!