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| Solitude - Overview |
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12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon
| Salt Lake City | 84121
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Solitude
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 In the early 1900s tenacious silver miners placed the name Solitude on the geographic area now dominated by Solitude Mountain Resort. The ski area opened in the fall of 1957 with two chairlifts providing access to most of the area now skied on the front of the mountain.
Solitude Mountain Resort was founded upon a very basic principal. Robert M. Barrett, who made his fortune as a Moab uranium miner during the early 1950s, decided to move to Salt Lake City and take up skiing. While pursuing his new passion at Alta Ski Resort, he was forced to adhere to the ever-familiar call of Nature. However, as he was not a guest of the lodge, he was denied restroom access because the ski area used sewage tanks and was responsible for transporting waste down the canyon. (How day-skiers were able to relieve themselves during this early period at Alta we know not). Nevertheless, because of this conflict Barrett decided to open his own ski area and bought every piece of land available in the canyon adjacent to Alta. Construction commenced in 1956.
In 1995, the resort opened Creekside at Solitude, the first overnight accommodations available at the 43-year-old ski area. Over the past five years, Solitude has seen a rapid growth with the addition of four new lodging options. The architecture of the closely-nit lodges at the base of the mountain creates the impression of a small European village. All buildings are within walking distance of one another and within skiing distance of the mountain.
The base elevation of the mountain is 7,988 feet, and peaks at 10,035 feet. Solitude features 2,047 feet of continuously skiable terrain, separated nicely into beginner, intermediate and expert runs. The mountain receives close to 500 inches of powder a year, making for some of the best skiing in the country. 63 runs and three bowls provide extensive downhill opportunities on 1,200 acres. Choices include impeccably groomed slopes, thrill-seeking chutes, expansive powder bowls, intimate tree runs and cruising boulevards. The Woodlawn trail is Solitude’s longest, descending 3.5 miles down the Honeycomb Canyon.
The Solitude Ski School offers a swath of programs for all ages and skill levels, ranging from private ski lessons to snowboard camps. What’s more, though Nordic Centers are rare in Utah, Solitude boasts one of the best on the continent. In fact, an assortment of year-round outdoor recreational programs are available, such as special group ski rates, outings, and team-building programs. Winter activities include downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding. Summer activities include lift-served mountain biking, fishing, guided nature hikes, nearby golfing, and activities for children.
Solitude offers seven different dining options, from appetizers and beer at the Thirsty Squirrel, to a snowshoe adventure and gourmet meal at the Yurt. Of course, shopping is always an option at Solitude, whether it be for souvenirs, equipment or otherwise. Public transportation is readily available for those looking to extend their shopping or dining into town. |
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