Great Ski Resorts

Brighton Ski Area Map

Calm, Cozy, and Comfortable

Brighton offers several lodging options with the main one being The Brighton Lodge, Relaxation, natural scenery and a getaway from the city is what you’ll find at our Brighton Lodge nestled a snowball's throw away from Crest 6 chairlift. There are also several Short-Term Rentals in the area along with some more upscale lodging offered at the neighboring Solitude Resort.

My Takes

Brighton is a great resort for beginners and experts alike with its variety of terrain and great gladed trails off the Elk Park Ridge, it is also great for anzone chasing an adrenaline rush at one of their many hit parks, but it does lack the size of Alta or Snowbird so maybe a better day trip for anyone thats not a beginner.

The Brighton Side of Life

Brighton has a well-deserved distinction of being the resort where most Salt Lakers learn to ride and ski. Why? A combination of lower lift-ticket prices, free skiing for kids ages 6 and under, an appealing mix of beginner and expert terrain, wide, forgiving runs, and a mellow attitude. It’s also home to Salt Lake's only night skiing -- and this season there's more to celebrate. In 2022-23 Snake Creek was added to night riding and for 2024-25 Milly is joining the lifts that are lit up for riding. Brighton’s laidback vibe is most evident in its base area, a no-frills mix of family cabins in full-on alpine A-frame style and its friendly watering hole, Molly Green’s Tavern. Brighton keeps it simple—burger, beer, nachos on a sunny patio for your midday reprieve. Because, after all, you came to Salt Lake to ski, board, and have fun. Why make it complicated? With its 66 Trails, 1875 feet of Vertical Drop and over 1000 skiable acres, Brighton is a great resort!

Brighton Lodging

My Final Takes