Snowbird: Snowbird is located in Little Cottonwood Canyon in the Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. A mere 29 miles from Salt Lake City, it is a popular area for local and out-of-town skiers alike. Snowbird is notable for its spectacular snowfall; in fact, the resort averages more than 500 inches of snow a year. Snowbird’s 2,500 skiable acres are accessed by 11 lifts. Famous for its gnarly steeps, Snowbird does have terrain for beginners and intermediates. Be sure to check out GetSkiTickets.com for steep and deep discounts on Snowbird lift tickets.