Alta? Snowbird? What's The Deal?

Some of the greatest skiing in the world is right outside Salt Lake City, Utah in the Little Cottonwood Canyon. If you're looking for great powder and challenging terrain you'll find it here. Here's how Alta and Snowbird are similar, how they're different, and what you need to know when planning a trip.

[@peterizz44]

It’s NOT Awwwl-ta!! It’s Al-ta!!!

[@thetimelesstravelers2460]

Yes - I’ve heard that a lot. Definitely my mistake as a non-local!

[@peterizz44]

@@thetimelesstravelers2460 no worries

[@gusgus2539]

You are not a local. How can any Utahan tell? It is not All ta. AL like altitude. Alf's mid mountain restaurant and Alf's High Rustler are named after Al. Al used the English part of his name, added TA (German expression for outstanding). Thus AL TA. Everyone say after me. ALTA. Al was a great man. He scouted Little Cottonwood Canyon for the United States Forest Service and the first chairlift was installed in 1938. Get to know Al and TA to you.

[@thetimelesstravelers2460]

Thanks for the feedback. You are correct - we are not local. Our channel shares travel and destinations we have experienced. We love skiing in the SLC area and want to encourage others to visit as well. Our apologies for the incorrect pronunciation, but hopefully you enjoyed the video!

[@gusgus2539]

@The Timeless Travelers So you skied the Bird and compared ALTA? I don't know kind of unethical.

[@thetimelesstravelers2460]

We skied both. The video gives some insight into how they are similar, a few of their differences, and general info for the area.