Jason’s guidebook
Skiing/Snowboarding
One of the largest ski resorts in the world. Skiing and snowboarding both accepted. Using the tram is a must see/do.
215 locals recommend
Snowbird Resort
9385 Snowbird Center DrOne of the largest ski resorts in the world. Skiing and snowboarding both accepted. Using the tram is a must see/do.
Another local favorite spot for skiing and snowboarding. Local vibe is present here. “OG” spot for many local ski and snowboarders.
363 locals recommend
Brighton Resort
8302 S Brighton Loop RdAnother local favorite spot for skiing and snowboarding. Local vibe is present here. “OG” spot for many local ski and snowboarders.
Has more runs for beginner-intermediate skiers/snowboarders.
234 locals recommend
Solitude Mountain Resort
12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon RdHas more runs for beginner-intermediate skiers/snowboarders.
Skiiing
Premiere local skiing spot. Please be aware that Alta does not allow snowboarding, skiing only.
339 locals recommend
Alta Ski Area
10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon RdPremiere local skiing spot. Please be aware that Alta does not allow snowboarding, skiing only.
Ski/Snowboard Rental
Ski and Snowboard rentals. Also a great place for gear, boots, even ski lift passes.
14 locals recommend
Ski 'N See Sandy
772 E 9400 SSki and Snowboard rentals. Also a great place for gear, boots, even ski lift passes.
The Lifthouse
3700 Fort Union BlvdIt’s the closest ski shop to the house.
Food and Bar Scene
By far best local favorite restaurant. In the mouth of Big Cottonwood canyon. 4 mins from the house.
219 locals recommend
Porcupine Grill
3698 Fort Union BlvdBy far best local favorite restaurant. In the mouth of Big Cottonwood canyon. 4 mins from the house.
Doesn’t get more “locals only” than this bar! Hidden bar in mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Less than 5 mins from the house!
103 locals recommend
The Hog Wallow Pub
3200 E Big Cottonwood Canyon RdDoesn’t get more “locals only” than this bar! Hidden bar in mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Less than 5 mins from the house!
Amazing ramen! One of our most favorite restaurants. I would only dine-in with smaller groups, however. They do offer take-out.
34 locals recommend
JINYA Ramen Bar
5905 State StAmazing ramen! One of our most favorite restaurants. I would only dine-in with smaller groups, however. They do offer take-out.
Located downtown, SLC. One of our favorite scenes for good food and drinks
13 locals recommend
The Ivy
55 West 100 SouthLocated downtown, SLC. One of our favorite scenes for good food and drinks
Especially great if you’re skiing/snowboarding Solitude or Brighton, as this restaurant is located up Big Cottonwood canyon. You pass this restaurant on your way to both these ski resorts.
73 locals recommend
Silver Fork Lodge and Restaurant
11332 S Big Cottonwood Canyon RdEspecially great if you’re skiing/snowboarding Solitude or Brighton, as this restaurant is located up Big Cottonwood canyon. You pass this restaurant on your way to both these ski resorts.
The Pie Pizzeria - Midvale
7186 Union Park AveGreat local pizza that delivers to the house.
One of my favorite places to eat. Amazing authentic Korean BBQ
8 locals recommend
KOU-Korean BBQ of Utah
7157 State StOne of my favorite places to eat. Amazing authentic Korean BBQ
Tuscany
2832 East 6200 SouthFor more formal/higher-end option. Tuscany has great food and atmosphere.
Lake Effect
155 W 200 SGreat tapas, food, drinks, located downtown SLC.
Relaxing/Spa
Great place to relax or get a massage after skiing at Snowbird
Cliff Spa
9320 Cliff Lodge DrTubing/Sledding
Local spot for snow tubing! Great for kids as well!
Flat Iron Mesa Park
1765 E 8600 SLess than 10 mins away from this local tubing spot!
Family outing
Boondocks Food & Fun: Draper
75 Southfork DrK1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
725 E 10600 S