Alta Utah
Alta is a high-mountain former mining community and world-famous ski area in northern Utah, just outside Salt Lake City. Known for dry, light powder and steep terrain, it's served directly by high-speed lifts and connects with nearby resorts. The village offers basic lodging and ski services, with a focus on backcountry access and resort skiing.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Mountain West |
| Subregion | Western United States |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Salt Lake County |
| District | Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
| City | Alta |
| Postal Code | 84092 |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
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12:59 PM LOCAL TIMEAlta sits directly above Salt Lake City, along the Wasatch Range. It was founded in the early 20th century as a mining settlement before transforming into a ski destination — initially by ski pioneers in the 1930s and later as a component of the vaster Powder Highway. The core of the area is concentrated around the Alta Ski Area lifts, which provide *high-speed access to a wide array of Steep and Deep*** terrain across long, bowl-style valleys. Because vehicles are generally restricted in the village, visitors arrive via shuttle or ski-in/ski-out transit from nearby towns and resorts.
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