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Birding in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon
Birding in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon

Birding in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon

As you are skiing, hiking, or biking through Little Cottonwood Canyon, you will probably encounter some of our spectacular local wildlife. Among this wildlife are hundreds of species of birds that frequent the canyon, making it a birding hotspot in Utah. Grab your binoculars and head out on the trails, or embark on a guided birding tour with Tracy Aviary and help with their monthly bird surveys. Whether you are an avid bird-watcher or are looking for a fun educational experience for the kids, birdwatching is a perfect activity to add to your vacation itinerary. Reserve a vacation home with [...]

webservices2025-04-14T21:17:49+00:00Alta Utah|

Spring with Snowbird’s Snow Safety Director
Spring with Snowbird’s Snow Safety Director

Spring with Snowbird’s Snow Safety Director

Your correspondent spent a brilliant powder day this week with Snowbird’s snow safety director Kami to get the latest on spring safety on another 500+ inch year. As spring takes over the slopes of Little Cottonwood, just where do the avalanche dangers lie? Well, outside the bomb throwing and route running they do in the mornings in addition to the RACs (remote avalanche control towers) there are a number of factors to pay attention to. “Mostly we’re looking at pinwheel rollers that you find on sun facing slopes,” said Kami with years of avalanche study and mitigation behind him. “Cliff [...]

CanyonBlog2025-04-06T20:38:02+00:00Outdoors, Uncategorized, Winter|

Discover Hidden Gems & Unique Activities in Alta Snowbird, Utah
Discover Hidden Gems & Unique Activities in Alta Snowbird, Utah

Discover Hidden Gems & Unique Activities in Alta Snowbird, Utah

Most visitors come to Little Cottonwood Canyon for the epic skiing conditions, but several hidden gems are available for those looking to experience a different side of the canyon. From hiking trails off the beaten path to guided adventures teaching you the region’s history, there is an experience for everyone. Choose Canyon Services as your lodging partner and enjoy easy access to Alta and Snowbird Resorts from your vacation rental. Discover unique activities and hidden gems in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon throughout the seasons: Unique Winter Activities There are many unique ways to experience Alta and Snowbird during winter. Sign [...]

webservices2025-03-27T19:38:02+00:00Alta Utah, Snowbird Utah|

The Last Miner
The Last Miner

The Last Miner

It’s once again time for your correspondent to come out from behind his nom de plume as Canyon Blog and become his secret identity as author Dan Schilling. In the spirit of my other profession as book author I’m happy to share that I have coauthored the memoir of the last living miner to have worked in Alta’s silver mines. Very different from my other books. It’s appropriately titled The Last Miner and is available in bookstores or online on March 31st. It’s the story of Dick Fluehe’s adventures as a young man working in Alta’s mines in the 1950s [...]

CanyonBlog2025-03-22T20:01:31+00:00Announcements, Local Flavor|

Discover Apres Ski Spots at Snowbird and Alta Ski Resorts
Discover Apres Ski Spots at Snowbird and Alta Ski Resorts

Discover Apres Ski Spots at Snowbird and Alta Ski Resorts

Utah winters provide unbeatable conditions for skiing and snowboarding. Stay within a five-minute drive of two of Utah’s best ski resorts, Alta Ski Area and Snowbird, with Canyon Services. After a day on the slopes, head to the resort's on-site restaurants and bars for apres-ski drinks, food, and music. Whether you are looking for a family-friendly spot or a place to grab cocktails with your friends, there is an apres-ski spot for everyone: Snowbird Apres Ski Spots Visit The Atrium, Snowbird’s newest apres-ski spot for cocktails, appetizers, and decadent sandwiches. Listen to live acoustic music here on Thursdays, Fridays, and [...]

webservices2025-02-28T17:59:54+00:00Local Flavor, Winter|

All dogs may get into heaven, but only a select few get into Snowbird
All dogs may get into heaven, but only a select few get into Snowbird

All dogs may get into heaven, but only a select few get into Snowbird

Canyon Blog spent a cold afternoon with Snowbird’s most recent addition to the ranks of certified avalanche dogs, Tony. Okay, and his handler, Paul S. Tony turns two in April and has already attained his Level B certification, the first step for any avi dog, and soon to be Level A, fully qualified to respond anywhere in the state of Utah. A black lab, he’s the heir apparent to Frankie, Snowbird’s long-standing champion black lab and soon to retire to the good life. Paul has served on ski patrol for eight years, having survived the world of finance and ditching [...]

CanyonBlog2025-02-10T00:33:13+00:00Outdoors, Winter|

Gearing Up for Utah Winter Weather: Tips to Stay Safe and Warm
Gearing Up for Utah Winter Weather: Tips to Stay Safe and Warm

Gearing Up for Utah Winter Weather: Tips to Stay Safe and Warm

When preparing for your Utah ski vacation, it’s important to be aware of the winter weather conditions. While this weather brings us the Greatest Snow on Earth, it also brings us challenges regarding travel and freezing temperatures. Canyon Services is here to provide you with some helpful tips to stay safe during your winter vacation in the Alta and Snowbird Areas. From driving tips to finding the right gear to keep you warm on the slopes, we have you covered: Drive Safely If you are planning on driving to the Alta and Snowbird area, make sure you are prepared: Check [...]

webservices2025-01-28T22:29:26+00:00Winter|

Silence and Snow
Silence and Snow

Silence and Snow

One of the great experiences of being in Little Cottonwood Canyon is the opportunity to stop. Not for a bite or beer between runs. And not après ski, per say. What your correspondent is referring to is the opportunity to merely be in the canyon and feel its presence. That only really happens once you aren’t focusing on some task at hand like loading a chair or gearing up. In the evenings and mornings there’s a silence in the canyon. Sure, there may be four thousand skiers split between Alta and Snowbird between 10 and 2, but outside that window [...]

CanyonBlog2025-01-18T02:08:34+00:00Outdoors, Winter|

Enjoy the Convenience of Utah Ski in Ski Out Condos with Canyon Services
Enjoy the Convenience of Utah Ski in Ski Out Condos with Canyon Services

Enjoy the Convenience of Utah Ski in Ski Out Condos with Canyon Services

Skip the extra travel this winter and book one of our Utah ski-in-ski-out condo rentals for the closest access to the epic slopes at Snowbird and Alta Ski Resorts. From our Powder Ridge properties in Alta to The Village at Sugarplum at Snowbird, our condo rentals offer the ultimate convenience for ski enthusiasts. Wake up to scenic mountain views, bundle up, grab your gear, and access epic runs like Whodunnit and Westward Ho just a short distance from your property. At the end of the day, ski back to your rental home, turn on your cozy gas fireplace, and warm up [...]

webservices2025-01-02T19:53:28+00:00Winter|

May the light shine through (with a sprinkling of flakes)
May the light shine through (with a sprinkling of flakes)

May the light shine through (with a sprinkling of flakes)

Well, your correspondent’s investigative journalistic responsibilities include unpolished headlines. So, here’s this month’s: The snow is thin. There’s no denying it. All is not lost, however. Where one opportunity evaporates, another appears. This holiday season’s snowpack means the mountains are empty. Both Alta and Snowbird are spinning most of their lifts so the terrain is there. Alta finally opened Supreme, leaving Mineral Basin as the only closed chair fed slopes in the canyon. What that means is no waiting. Parking reservations are in effect at Alta daily (till 1pm) but Snowbird has spaces every day. Fear not, the Shuttle system [...]

CanyonBlog2024-12-22T00:39:31+00:00Outdoors, Winter|