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Things to Do in Alta, Utah

Make Snowpine Lodge your luxurious basecamp year-round as you head out from the hotel and experience all the adventures and exciting things to do in Little Cottonwood Canyon. Snowpine Lodge is in the same village as Alta Ski Area, meaning you’re always close to the slopes and have everything you need from equipment rentals to lessons for all ages. Even when the snow is gone, you’re just steps away from hiking, biking, and climbing in the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. Enjoy unrivaled access to some of the world’s best mountain recreation.

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  • A smiling hiker with a red backpack drinks from a bottle while resting on a rock outdoors, surrounded by nature.
    • Summer

    Explore the Hiking Trails

    Whether you are an avid hiker or just looking to add a simple traipse through some of the area’s famous natural beauty, the Wasatch Mountains have it all. Below are some of our favorite hiking trails in Little Cottonwood Canyon near Snowpine Lodge, along with a map of hiking trails near Alta.

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  • Two mountain bikers ride along a rocky forest trail, wearing helmets and riding hardtails under sunny greenery.
    • Summer

    Mountain Biking

    Mountain biking is the perfect way to experience the majesty of Alta, whether you’re tackling the popular and challenging Castle Loop that leads from downtown to the spectacular cliffs of Devil’s Castle, winding your way to Donut Falls in Big Cottonwood Canyon, or you’re taking it easy with the The Quarry Trail.

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  • A climber in a harness scales a steep rock wall, using colorful ropes on a sunny day.
    • Summer

    Rock Climbing

    Alta is an amazing destination, full of popular rock climbing areas offering routes with varying levels of difficulty. You’ll enjoy comfortable temperatures and spectacular scenery of a climbing destination that’s still a well-kept secret. Try the traditional routes at Devil’s Castle for a distinctly Alpine aesthetic.

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  • A blue gondola cable car travels over a lush alpine valley with forests and mountains under a bright blue sky.
    A red-and-white ski gondola hangs on cables above snowy ski slopes with mountains in the background, at dusk.
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    • Winter

    Snowbird Resort

    Also located in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Snowbird is one mile down canyon from Snowpine Lodge and Alta Ski Area. While it may be best known for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, Snowbird offers a full roster of activities in the summer, including the U.S.’s first open-air Tram ride to Hidden Peak for breathtaking 360° views.

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