Skiing and Snow Activities in the Timpanogos Area
Sundance Mountain Resort
Sundance Mountain Resort offers pristine ski terrain ranging from wide-open bowls and perfectly groomed runs to challenging steep chutes and progressive terrain parks. Much of the mountain’s front side is lit for night skiing until 9 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Visit their website or follow @sundanceresort on social media for more information.
During the ski season, $55 parking reservations are available for Lot A (at the base village). On-demand parking is based on availability, and guests must pay on-site if parking between 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Parking in the Mountain Camp Lots (near Jake’s Lift, with a shuttle to the base) is first-come, first-served. Parking is $10 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays until 2 p.m., or free for carpools of four or more people (validate with a parking attendant). Parking is also free Mondays through Thursdays.
Sundance Nordic Center
The Nordic Center at Sundance Mountain Resort offers more than 15 kilometers of immaculately groomed cross-country ski trails and snowshoe trails beneath Mount Timpanogos. Visit their website or follow @sundanceresort on social media for more information.
The Nordic Center is 2 miles north of Sundance Mountain Resort. There are no shuttles between the two, and the UTA ski bus does not stop at the Nordic Center.
Snowmobiling in American Fork Canyon
American Fork Canyon is a popular area for snowmobiling during the winter months. The canyon is generally open year‑round, but access can be limited in winter due to snow, road closures, and planned maintenance.
Plan ahead for the best snowmobiling experience and keep this information in mind:
- The main access point is Tibble Fork Reservoir (and nearby Mill Flat Trailhead), which offers parking and direct access to trailheads when the upper road is closed
- All snowmobiles operated on Utah public lands must be registered. Helmets are required by state law for all operators and passengers under 18.
- Trails are multi-use; snowmobilers share corridors with cross-country skiers, snowshoers, and winter hikers.
- Riders should always check the Utah Avalanche Center forecast and carry beacon/shovel/probe equipment when leaving groomed routes.
Touring and Snowshoeing the Alpine Loop
The Alpine Loop is closed to vehicles in the winter, but it’s a popular destination for snowshoeing or fat biking during the snowy season. For the best access, park at the Pine Hollow Trailhead. From there, you can follow the road if snow cover is sufficient.
The stretch from the trailhead to Timpooneke Campground spans roughly 2 miles. Since the route sticks entirely to the road, it's an easy trek that’s ideal for families with young kids or snowshoeing beginners.
Backcountry Skiing
Learn about avalanche conditions outside of resort boundaries and #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking the Utah Avalanche Center daily avalanche forecast.
UDOT uses remote avalanche control systems (RACS) and artillery to trigger avalanches that threaten public roads throughout Utah. Avalanche mitigation cannot take place if people are near targets so UDOT will temporarily close specific backcountry areas and roads, working with local law enforcement.
Follow @UDOTavy on Twitter and Instagram for more information on avalanche mitigation and backcountry closures or visit the UDOT Avalanche Safety website.
Backcountry Closure Map
Please respect all UDOT avalanche closures to protect yourself, the public, and future access for backcountry users.
- Check for backcountry closures before heading up the canyons.
- Backcountry closures begin before planned avalanche road closures to ensure complete evacuation.
- Road closures for avalanche mitigation may also occur during the daytime as conditions warrant.