Brian Head Resort

Highest base in Utah, usually first to open. Closer to Las Vegas than to SLC.

3.5–4.5 hOpens Nov 6

Power Pass∞

Boards OKNightFree From $9

Checked against official sources 28 Oct 2026 · Official site ↗

From SLC airport: 250 mi · about 3.5–4.5 hours
Skiable acres: 650
Vertical: 1,320 ft
Summit: 10,920 ft
Avg snowfall: 350 in
Lifts: 8

Terrain: 32% beginner · 36% intermediate · 32% advanced (resort or Ski Utah figures).

Snow near Brian Head

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Snow depthNew in last 24 hDec5Opening dayFederal SNOTEL stations at or near each resort. Resort reports can differ.

Brian Head SNOTEL, 10,040 ft. The resort posts its own snow report.

Getting there from SLC airport

Brian Head says 3.5 hours from SLC airport; routing says closer to 4.5. Cedar City airport is 35 minutes away.

Parking 2026–27

Free at Navajo and Giant Steps lodges.

Parking details ↗

Passes and lift tickets

Ikon	Not valid
Ikon Base	Not valid
Epic	Not valid
Mountain Collective	Not valid
Indy	Not valid
Power Pass	Unlimited
Day tickets	Priced by date, many days from $9 bought early, rising as the date nears. Every ticket includes $10 of resort credit. Kids: 12 and under free.

Buy day tickets ↗ Ways to pay less

Bus and shuttles

Free town shuttle between the lodges and lodging. Private shuttles from Cedar City and St. George.

Where to stay

Brian Head Lodge (official lodging, short shuttle ride).

Good to know

Base is around 9,600 ft. Drink water and take it easy the first day.
Opens Nov 6, 2026, the first in Utah.
Highway 148 (Cedar Breaks) is closed in winter.

Best for

FamiliesBudgetEarly seasonLas Vegas visitors

Common questions

How far is Brian Head from Salt Lake City airport?

250 miles, about 3.5–4.5 hours in good conditions. Brian Head says 3.5 hours from SLC airport; routing says closer to 4.5. Cedar City airport is 35 minutes away.

Do I need a parking reservation at Brian Head?

Free at Navajo and Giant Steps lodges.

Can you snowboard at Brian Head?

Yes, snowboards are allowed.

Does Brian Head take the Ikon or Epic Pass?

Not on Ikon. Not on Epic.