Tips and Answers to FAQ

Tips and FAQ

1.  Do I really need to rent a 4WD? Yes you do!  We get over 500 inches of snow a year and when it snows the DOT often restricts the roads to 4WD only...That means that if you do not have a 4WD you are not allowed to drive on the roads.

2.  Should I purchase the trip insurance?  We strongly recommend that you purchase trip insurance. 

3.  Alititude effects people differently.  It is not unusual to get a little headache and have some problems sleeping your first few days at altitiude.  There are brochures in the rental properties giving pointers on handling altitude.  If you have questions or if you are experiencing more than mild symptoms you should be seen my a medical professional.  We recommend that you avoid excessive alcohol, caffeine and increase your intake of water. 

5.  Should I rent skis at Alta or Snowbird or in the Salt Lake Valley.  There are lots of discount ski rental operations in the Salt Lake Valley however,  if you are staying at Alta or Snowbird, we recommend that you rent your skis there.  Though it may cost a bit more, you will be happy not to drive back to Salt Lake should you want to switch skis or if you have a problem  during your visit.

6.  The closest airport to Alta and Snowbird is the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).  We are a hub for Delta Airlines and have direct flights from most major US airports along with some international destinations. 

7.  Driving time from the Airport to Alta is approximately 45 minutes. 

8.  Should I purchase groceries before heading up the canyon to Alta and Snowbird?  YES!  There are a number of grocery stores, liquor stores etc. located in the Salt Lake Valley near the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon.  It is important that you pick up gorceries before heading up the canyon.  There is a small general store at Snowbird where you can restock with things like milk and juice.

9.  Free Alta Shuttle - runs during the main season from the accommodations on the bypass road to Alta.  It will stop at the ski school and the Albion Ticket area but the main pick up and drop off location is the Goldminer's Daughter parking area.  If you have small children going to daycare/ski school you may want to consider renting a vehicle. 

10.  How do I ski to and from Blackjack and The View to Alta and Snowbird? 
CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO GET TO AND FROM BLACKJACK TO ALTA AND SNOWBIRD
CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO GET TO AND FROM THE VIEW TO ALTA AND SNOWBIRD