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Snowbasin Resort's "No. 1" marketing campaign has been named a finalist for the prestigious National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) 2025 Best Overall Marketing Campaign award.
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Snowbasin Resort, the No. 1 ranked ski resort in North America, is gearing up for the 2025-26 season with the launch of its season passes and news of upgrades for the coming winter.
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SKI Magazine released an in-depth feature highlighting Snowbasin Resort's iconic Grizzly Downhill course, which will once again serve as a key alpine event venue in the 2034 Winter Olympics.
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Snowbasin Resort’s Marketing Team has been awarded “Marketing Team of the Year” by Utah Business in their 2025 Marketing and Communications Awards, which recognize the outstanding work of professionals and agencies in the marketing and communications industry throughout the state of Utah.
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San Diego Magazine released a guide showcasing Snowbasin Resort as a refreshing alternative to other Utah destinations in their recent travel feature.
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Snowbasin's legendary Reuben has earned national recognition in SKI Magazine's recent article "11 Must-Eat Meals at Ski Lodges in the U.S."
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Travel + Leisure, a leading industry voice, has featured Snowbasin Resort in a comprehensive destination guide, highlighting the resort's exceptional Olympic pedigree and position as one of Utah's premier ski destinations.
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Grand America Hotels & Resorts announced that Davy Ratchford has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO) while continuing his General Manager leadership role at Snowbasin.
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Winter is just around the corner at Snowbasin! The resort is excited to announce its opening day for the 2024-25 season on Friday, November 29th at 9 a.m. Snowbasin will welcome back skiers and snowboarders to the slopes with access to 2,560 vertical feet of open terrain.
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Snowbasin Resort has been voted “Best Ski Resort” in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2024. Snowbasin was selected No. 1 out of 20 resorts in the US and Canada, which were handpicked by a panel of experts and USA TODAY 10Best editors, based on the best snowfall, varied terrain, lift access and more, before being voted on by the public.
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Snowbasin Resort and Mammut announce an exciting new multi-year partnership to provide uniforms, outerwear, and safety equipment for the world class ski resort.
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Snowbasin Resort is celebrating its newest accolade as the No. 1 resort in SKI Magazine’s highly anticipated 2025 Reader’s Resort Guide. This designation marks the second consecutive year Snowbasin has ranked in the top two, further cementing its place as one of the best resorts in the country.
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As one of the oldest continuously-operated ski resorts in the nation, Snowbasin Resort announces a series of capital investments ahead of the two upcoming winter seasons. Strategic upgrades including a high-speed chairlift, refurbished gondola cabins, improved beginner terrain, and revised parking and entry for optimized traffic flow.
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Snowbasin Resort is set to host downhill skiing for the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, following Salt Lake City’s successful bid to host the Winter Games for the second time.
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Snowbasin Resort proudly welcomed the International Olympic Committee as they evaluate plans for Salt Lake City to host its second Winter Olympic Games. Snowbasin was recently named the proposed venue for Alpine Skiing for 2034 Olympic and Paralympic competition in the Salt Lake City-Utah Preferred Host bid file.
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We are excited to provide a season extension with two additional weeks of skiing and riding. Previously scheduled for April 14, we are now planning to operate until Sunday, April 28 pending conditions.
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"Go North" named Best Outdoor Advertising Campaign at the 2024 Utah Business Sales & Marketer of the Year Awards. The campaign significantly expanded the resort's presence in Salt Lake County through distinctive outdoor placements, including a custom-built arrow billboard directing skiers toward the resort.
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Snowbasin Resort's Director of Marketing, Michael Rueckert, was named Marketing Disrupter of the Year at the 2024 Utah Business Sales & Marketer of the Year Awards. Under his oversight, Snowbasin's reputation has grown into one of the most highly regarded winter destinations in North America.
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We are excited to introduce several enhancements to our parking and arrival process for the 2023-24 season. Check it out!
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Snowbasin Resort is receiving national attention after being recognized as the No. 2 top resort in Ski Magazine’s 2024 Resort Guide. The annual guide is based on the results of the Reader Resort Survey, the most comprehensive, trusted and longest-running rankings in the industry.
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Ahead of the 2023-24 season, the resort will complete several projects, including the construction of a new high-speed chairlift, expanded parking, a new patio with additional dining capabilities and more improvements to its world-class amenities.
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What to expect and how to plan your final few adventures of the 2022-23 season.
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Complete with a Spring Showdown Rail Jam hosted by Tom Wallisch, the 9th annual Pond Skim and a Basin Bash 80s party for closing day - spring skiing has never been better.
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Forbes featured Snowbasin Resort in a comprehensive guide to Utah's insider-favorite mountains, positioning the resort as the sophisticated alternative to busier destinations.
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Previously scheduled to close April 16, the resort has officially added an extra week of skiing and riding to the roster and will now be shutting down shop on Sunday, April 23.
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The installation of the new DeMoisy Express is set to take place in advance of the 2023-24 winter season.
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Snowbasin is thrilled to announce it will be opening early for the 2022-23 ski season on Friday, November 18, at 9 a.m.
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Snowbasin athlete, Tyler Blocker, will be featured in the entertainment company’s Daymaker film premiering October 26, 2022.
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The resort also received recognition across the board in the annual guide, ranking in the Top 5 for Lifts, Guest Service and Access, as well as the Top 10 for Dining and for being Family Friendly.
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This will mark Woolsey’s 21st season with Snowbasin and the sixth leadership role he has held at the mountain resort.
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The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) recognized Snowbasin for the resort’s innovative Learn and Earn program.
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The resort will be reopening four lifts and 58 trails and welcoming guests back to enjoy over a foot of fresh snow from Friday, April 15 to Sunday, April 17.
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Two world-renowned ski resorts, Sun Valley and Snowbasin, announced today that they are entering into new pass partnerships with Ikon Pass and The Mountain Collective, starting with the 2022-23 season.
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The annual Resort Guide is based on the results of the Reader Resort Survey, the most comprehensive, trusted and longest-running rankings in the industry.
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Snowbasin's "What If?" marketing campaign was recognized with a prestigious Summit Creative Award, receiving Bronze in the Travel/Tourism/Nature video category. The resort's highly regarded brand video series was recognized among over 3,000 entries with representation from more than 60 countries and five continents, showcasing the best in global marketing and advertising
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The new Middle Bowl Express will be a high-speed six-person lift that enhances the overall guest experience with increased uphill capacity and shortened ride time from 12 to less than six minutes.
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Snowbasin has partnered with Salomon to offer innovative ski and snowboard equipment. With their North America headquarters in Ogden, this local partnership provides enhanced service to our guests. Available now for rentals, lessons and in our retail shop.
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A reflection on closing for the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Snowbasin Resort, known as ‘Ogden’s Winter Playground’, is excited to announce its collaboration with Roosters Brewing of Ogden in celebration of the resort’s 80th official winter season.
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With the recent foot of fresh snow, Snowbasin is looking forward to celebrating its 80th season with a target opening in late November/early December.
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Snowbasin Resort is pleased to announce dining improvements at Needles Lodge with the addition of ‘The Overlook,’ a new full-service bar, and renovations to the lodge servery.
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They are winners of the Best #RideAnotherDay Program and Best Overall Safety Program.
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Snowbasin will offer a renewal discount and unveils its Pass Protection Program.
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After careful monitoring of the ever evolving environment around COVID-19, and following guidance from local and national health organizations, Sun Valley and Snowbasin Resorts have decided to close for the remainder of the 2019-20 winter season.
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