Utah's Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort opened earlier than scheduled on Friday, Nov. 7 after abundant early season snowfall in the southwest. This years opening marks the second earliest start to a season in the resorts 38-year history
“This storm and the subsequent lake effect have provided a timely blanket of snow in Little Cottonwood Canyon,” said Snowbird President Bob Bonar. “Skiing early season powder is a great way to kick off the season.”
More than 3 feet of snow has fallen in November, and cold temperatures have allowed snow guns to operate, adding to the already impressive early season snow totals. Last year, Snowbird received 611 inches of snow and had a 183-day season with skiing and riding from Nov. 30 to June 22.
Snowbird, along with neighboring Alta, was recently named the No. 1 ski destination in North America by Outside Magazine.
