A three-day weekend getaway at Brian Head Resort to play in the Greatest Snow on Earth™ with Utah’s highest base elevation. From skiing and snowboarding on the Greatest Snow on Earth™ to cozy evenings by the fire; experience the charm of winter in a small town. Grab your gear, bundle up, and let’s go!
When to Visit: November - March
DAY ONE: EVENING IN BRIAN HEAD
EVENING
Arrive in Brian Head and get settled into your lodging before heading to dinner at one of the town's local restaurants. Rosales Mexican Restaurant, Pizanos Pizzeria, and Mountain Peak Cafe are three convenient options located next to one another, making it easy to find something for everyone's taste. After dinner, head to Brian Head Ice for a memorable evening of ice skating through the trees and crisp mountain air. Ticket costs are $15 for children and $20 for adults, with skate rentals available for an additional $5.
To wrap up your first night, bundle up and make your way to the North Overlook at Cedar Breaks National Monument for stunning views of the night sky. If you're visiting on a Saturday, book a guided dark sky tour with park rangers, which begins promptly at 5:30 pm.
DAY TWO: SKIING AT BRIAN HEAD RESORT
MORNING + AFTERNOON
Wake up ready for a day of winter adventure at Brian Head Resort. Bundle up, grab your gear, and prepare to explore both mountains. Don't have your own equipment? No problem. Ski and snowboard rentals are available through the resort at brianhead.com and can be arrange in advance or purchased on the day of your visit. For the best deal, reserve your lift tickets and rentals ahead of time.
With 71 runs and two high-speed quad lifts, Brian Head Resort offers plenty of snowy terrain to explore. If you're new to skiing or snowboarding, start at Navajo Lodge and explore the beginner runs before working your way toward the Giant Steps mountain. Families should ask about the resort's Kids Ski Free policy for children 12 years old and younger. Need a break from the slopes? Spend part of your afternoon snow tubing down the designated areas.
EVENING
Why end the fun when the sun goes down? Brian Head Resort offers night riding on the Blackfoot Lift, giving you a change to enjoy the slopes beneath the mountain's dark, beautiful skies. Night riding is available Fridays and Saturdays from 4 pm to 9 pm, with tickets starting as low as $25 on select dates.
DAY THREE: SNOWMOBILE TOUR & ONE FINAL STOP
MORNING + AFTERNOON
Before heading home, experience Southern Utah's winter scene from a different perspective with a guided snowmobile tour from Thunder Mountain Motorsports. The tours will take you through Dixie National Forest with stunning views of Cedar Breaks National Monument and the High Mountain Overlook. Their guides help make this experience fun and approachable, making it a safe and easy tour for riders of all experience levels. For the best views, consider booking the three-hour tour. Be sure to reserve in advance, as same-day tours cannot be booked. Visit brianheadthunder.com to plan your next snowmobile tour.
As you make your way home, add one more stop to your winter getaway. If you're heading north, travel to Parowan and follow Gap Road to the Parowan Gap Petroglyphs. This historic site features ancient rock carvings with approximately 1,500 petroglyphs spread across 90 panels. While you're there, keep an eye out for dinosaur tracks about 2 miles east of the Gap. Heading south instead? Take a small detour through Kolob Canyons, right off of Exit 40.
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