Top 11 U.S. Destinations to Hit the Slopes This Holiday
| December 17, 2018
9. Alta
Alta and linked ski area Snowbird are known around the world for both the quantity and quality of their powder snow. Combine that with the area’s steep terrain, and it means that this is the perfect location for an adventurous, heart-pumping experience. The scenery is wild and rugged, but if you’re looking for nightlife, it’s best to look elsewhere. The biggest crowds are around the two lift base areas, and there are only a few hotels in the area. This keeps the numbers in the area down but makes finding a lodge on short notice an issue.
Their lift tickets are some of the lowest in the United States — only $542 for six days.
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