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Adventure Overview Vacation Resorts - Big Cottonwood Canyon Utah

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    Tour Overview
    Big Cottonwood Canyon is home to two great Utah ski resorts - Brighton and Solitude, both of which see an average of 500 inches of snowfall each year. Summers always cover the canyon in blankets of vibrant wildflowers and lush foliage.

    Twin Peaks Wilderness Area
    Many hike Broads Fork in route to Twin Peaks, while Mill B South is visited for its lakes. Because of its proximity to Salt Lake City, this area is popular for hikers attempting to scale steep terrain and mountain peaks.

    Mount Olympus Wilderness Area
    15,000 acres of wilderness is shared by Mill Creek Canyon and Big Cottonwood Canyon. Bicyclist like to ride the Desolation Trail to the Mill A Basin Trail and out or exit the forest by way of Butler Fork. This area is the spectacular backdrop for the Salt Lake Valley and is dominated by rugged terrain, narrow canyons, and high peaks, including Mount Olympus, Mount Raymond, and Gobbler's Knob.

    Storm Mountain Picnic Area
    Located on the Big Cottonwood Canyon Scenic Byway (SR-190) is this landmark. Over 100 years ago, R.D. Maxfield, Jr. carved out a home here and raised his family. The site later became a popular area for picnics and in the 1930`s, the CCC built an amphitheater here for special events.


Adventure Overview Vacation Resorts - Big Cottonwood Canyon Utah

Cottonwood Residence Inn by Marriott
6425 South 3000 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84121;
Our suites give you fifty percent more space than most traditional hotel rooms. The newly renovated Residence Inn Cottonwood Fort Union is conveniently located just one block from Old Mill Corporate Center and two tenths mile from the Cottonwood Corporate Center.


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Host to the famous Tournament of Roses Parade and Norton Simon Museum and JPL Center. Pasadena's very famous New Years Day celebration has been running every year since 1889 and today it attracts over 5 million attendance plus a huge television telecast in multiple languages. Later the same day is the famous football challenge.

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    Fort Union Candlewood Suites
    6990 South Park Centre Drive, Salt Lake City, UT, 84107
    All rooms feature living/sleeping areas, small kitchens, private bathrooms, VCRs, CD players, hairdryers, irons, desks and chairs, multiple phone lines, voicemail, full-size refrigerators, stovetops, and full-size dishwashers.

    Castle Creek Inn IP
    7391 South Creek Road 1300 E., Sandy, UT, 84090-0217
    Framed by a dense grove of tress, the newly completed Castle Creek Inn boasts ten elegant suites featuring private baths, whirlpool tubs, and inviting fireplaces. Each of our ten suites is unique in design and decor.

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    Near Historic Trolley Square

    765 East 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84102
    At Chase Suites by Trolley Square you'll enjoy our inviting and comfortable studio and penthous suites. From the harried businessperson to the weary traveler, the Chase Suites has plenty of room for everyone. The property also features meeting rooms, outdoor pool and spas, barbecue area, and health club privileges.

    Salt Lake Grand America Hotel
    Downtown Location

    555 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
    The Grand America brings together the finest aspects of old-world craftsmanship and hospitality and combines them with the latest in modern conveniences. Remarkably spacious guest rooms and suites are appointed with European furnishings, lush tapestries and brocades, rich carpeting, and marble bathrooms. Standard amenities include two-line telephones with dataport, plush robes, and in-room safes.

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    Park City Plaza Resort Indoor Pool Park City Plaza Resort
    The hotel's amenities include a pool, whirlpool, shuttle to ski lifts, ski storage, picnic tables, BBQ grills, laundry facilities, and parking. The hotel has studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Each unit has air-conditioning, a full kitchen (microwave, blender, coffeemaker, dishwasher, range/oven, refrigerator) television, and VCR.

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Adventure Overview Vacation Resorts - Tour Brighton Ski Resort Utah


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This mountain community is home to three world class ski resorts and hosted several alpine venues of the 2002 Winter Olympics. The historic district is a bustling year-round draw for vacationers.

    Brighton Ski Resort
    Star Route, Brighton, UT 84121; 800-873-5512; Ski Link;
    Ski Season : Mid-Nov to April / Hours 9:AM-4PM; Average Annual Snowfall: 500";
    Mountain Elevation : Base 8000 ft / Top 10035 ft / Vert Drop 2035 ft;

    First opened in 1936, Brighton has a diverse range of terrain and has many modern facilities. Largest night skiing course in the western U.S. From Mid-Dec to Early Apr on 18 runs covering 200 acres from 4PM to 9PM.

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    Solitude Ski Resort
    12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude, UT 84121; 801-534-1400; Ski Link;
    Ski Season : Mid-Nov to April / Hours 9:AM-4PM; Average Annual Snowfall: 500";
    Mountain Elevation : Base 8000 ft / Top 10035 ft / Vert Drop 2035 ft;
    Ski Lifts : 1 High Speed Quad, 2 Quads, 1 Triple, 4 Doubles - Capacity: 12550 riders per hour;

    Solitude is the consummate alpine retreat. Located in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains, Solitude boasts an endless list of "must haves" for the perfect winter vacation. A cozy European-style pedestrian village features pampering facilities and first-class dining, all the while maintaining the casual atmosphere that so many families have come to cherish-with numerous activities for children and parents alike. With over 500 inches of annual snowfall and a smattering of varied terrain, Solitude greets all levels of skiers and riders with open arms.

    Winter Activities

  • Snowsports Academy - the only resort in Utah to offer instruction in all four snow-sports disciplines and will help you perfect your skills in alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemarking, or Nordic skiing.
  • Nordic Center - offers nearly 20 kilometers of brilliantly prepared trails set for both classic and skating styles of Nordic skiing.
  • Terrain Park - find skiers and riders spinning and jibbing off everything in site.
  • Ice Skating Rink - open seven days a week for skating and will also be available for special events.
  • Back Tracks - backcountry guided tours for groups of 1 to 10 skiers or snowboarders visit areas just outside of the resort boundaries for an all-day excursion.

    Summer Activities

  • Scenic Chairlift Rides - triple passenger Sunrise lift
  • Creekside Restaurant - Sunday Brunch, Lunch or Dinner on the patio
  • Frisbee Golf - 18 holes of disc (Frisbee) golf on our unique high alpine course
  • Bike Trails - Mountain biking or Diggler Scooters on some of our fabulous single track trails
  • Hiking Trails - Hiking some of the most geologically diverse terrain in the state

    The Inn at Solitude
    12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude, UT 84121 US
    The Inn at Solitude is a bed and breakfast-style property situated at the base of Solitude Mountain, approximately 31 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport. Hotel amenities include ski-in/out, gift shop, safe deposit box, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping services, a pool, hot tub, fitness center, ski lockers, massage services at the Essential's Spa, and dining at the award-winning St. Bernard's restaurant. Guest rooms feature in-room breakfast service, refrigerators, TVs, and VCRs.

    Condos at Solitude Village
    111782 Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude, UT 84121 US
    On-site amenities include two hot tubs, an outdoor heated pool, fitness room, kids entertainment center, billiards tables, a grocery store, three full-service restaurants in the Village, spa facilities at the Inn, concierge, laundry facilities, sports shop, ski storage area, and daily maid service. The Village is comprised of hotel rooms and condominiums ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedroom units. All condo units offer full kitchens, cable TV, fireplaces, and balconies.

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