02/19/07

VEEERRRRRYYYY RELAXING!

by lhdabbs61

As a middle aged, blue run skier, I loved pArk City. We skiied it with our kids when they were building the Olympic Parks and everybody enjoyed it. Back again this January with just my husband and we were very comfortable even as out of shape as we were. The trails home in the afternoons were thoughtless, just glide all the way home. (Remember if you go to the back mountains that it is a long way back down to the resort! Save some strength!) We skied everywhere and the mountain hosts that were at the top of every lift were a great asset to the resort and to us. Tell them what you're looking for as far as ability, powder, whatever and they'll provide you good advice on where to ski! Even though our condo was across the streeet, we drove to the parking lot at the base of the resort and parked about 20 feet from the lift lines before putting on boots. It doesn't get any better than that!!!!

• Pros: lodging, getting there, parking

02/19/07

Can't beat Park City, Utah

by scurmudge

After skiing pretty much everywhere in the US (VT, NH, CO, CA, and MT) nothing compares to Utah and if apres ski is your thing Park City is the place. Booze laws are a little screwy, but ask a local (who are always friendly) you can figure it out. When I go I try to avoid PCMR on Saturday, but with the Canyons and Deer Valley a short free shuttle ride away you can avoid the big crowds. Terrain is very diverse at all three resorts. If you want steep and deep just follow the guys and girls with fat skis and clothes that don't match. You may have to hike a little, but sometimes a little exercise is good for you. Another bonus is the base elevations are lower so altitude sickness is not a problem like in CO. Just ask my extremely fit wife, it's a sure way to ruin a good vacation. If funds are tight you can stay at the downtown SLC hotels and rent a car. From there you can choose to ski the other canyons (Big and Little Cottonwood) in about a 40 minute drive. It takes longer to just drive around Denver these days, let alone get to a ski resort. In the US there is no comparison to Utah, especially Park City for the whole package. Great terrain, great snow, great food, great people, great scenery and easy in - easy out. GO UTAH.

Pros: Everything, especially Signature Trails at PCMR, nothing better for older knees than groomed Black Diamonds.

Cons: Nothing, except maybe price, but if you didn't already know skiing was expensive wake up!

Park City hit it big in 2002, hosting Olympic skiing and snowboarding events.

by Contributor

In Short
Park City is home to the U.S. Ski Team and world-class ski racing. At the 2002 Winter Olympics, this mountain hosted men's and women's Alpine slalom and giant slalom, as well as all the snowboarding events. There's lots of runs and even beginner and intermediate terrain, including the Pick 'N Shovel and King's Crown parks, as well as the super-sized Jonesy's Park with 50- to 70-foot jumps. Snowboarders also have the 500-foot Eagle Superpipe. For aggressive skiers, the McConkey's lift offers great steeps and powder.

Vital Stats
Vertical drop: 3,100 feet
Acreage: 3,300 acres
Base elevation: 6,900 feet
Summit: 10,000 feet
Trails: 104
Annual snowfall: 355 inches

03/20/06

Park City Mountain Resortis on the Rise!

by fooddudeslc

these guys have turned it on in the last few years. I cannot believe how much they have done for snowboarding or how good the food and grooming have gotten. you have to check this place out. no lines!

• Pros: grooming, food, terrain parks

11/11/05

the best

by winwithwin

I am an old, good, intermediate skier and Park City was made for my style of skiing. I can be challenged. or relax on a well groomed run. The staff are most friendly and helpful. It is a wonderful place to spend days or weeks. I also like Deer Valley because there are no boarders, but the groomed runs that I enjoy running are equal at both resorts. I have only skied the Canyons once and found it very pleasurable. Arrive early and you can park right next to the ticket booth and first lift.

• Pros: snow/condition, staff, town
• Cons: pricey

10/17/05

Park City Rules!

by panicpupil

My family and I used to go to Aspen yearly, we loved the slopes. We went to Park City with some friends and fell fast in love with the town, so much so that we bought a condo! The people are great, the food is unreal and it is always fun when Sundance Festaval is in town!!! Go Park City!!

• Pros: Family Fun, Lots of Attractions

12/12/04

Park City Rocks!

by potter clark

This world class resort has excellent slopes and the greatest snow ever. It is has the town whichis home to an outrageous party scene for a ski town.

• Pros: Snow, Crowds, Parks

01/15/03

Plethora of Monotone

by arctic_grayling

With similar runs cut on every mountain, I do not suggest PCMR, especially when considering the other great resorts that exist in the Wasatch Range. A good beginner resort--but if you are looking for more advanced terrain and better snow, look elsewhere(i.e. the Cottonwood Canyons).

• Pros: conveniency, high speed lifts, grooming
• Cons: terrain, snow, prices

11/13/02

Simply awesome!

by bahartt

This truly is the best all-around ski resort in the Park City area. There are an abundance of runs for EVERY skier in your group - from beginners to the experts. If you ski during the week, the lines are never a hassle. And if you have any questions or problems, there is always a PCMR staff member close by to lend a hand. This resort is first rate!

11/13/02

Miles of Snow

by pcm95

Even with the miles of trails that Park City offers, ranging from Beginner to Expert, you can still find something new to excite you, even if you have to hike a little ways. Even with the high speed six packs, Park City can be a little crowded on the weekends. Overall, it is a blast to ski especially after a powder dump from the ski.

• Pros: Six-pack lift, Location, Ice rink
• Cons: Price, Crowds, mid-day parking