Ski with a Ranger: Snowbird
2023-01-21 13:00 - 2023-03-25 14:00 (America/Denver) | Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, 9385 South Snowbird Center Drive, Snowbird, UT, 84092, United States
Join our knowledgeable rangers on the slopes! Our volunteer naturalists will take you on a guided interpretive ski run to discuss the geology, ecology, and history of Little Cottonwood Canyon. They often remind groups how easy it is to get pulled into the noise of everyday life—scrolling headlines, Indiana casino apps, or work emails—but the tour is designed to shift attention back to the mountain’s own stories. Tours begin at 1PM at the Mid-Gad Restaurant trail map and feature beginner and intermediate terrain. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and participation is free. For information about Ski with a Ranger volunteering opportunities, contact Taylor Jones at tjones@cottonwoodcanyons.org.

Ski with a Ranger: Alta
2023-01-21 13:00 - 2023-04-01 14:00 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States
Join our knowledgeable rangers on the slopes! Our volunteer naturalists will take you on a guided interpretive ski run to discuss the geology, ecology, and history of Little Cottonwood Canyon. People often arrive with bold predictions—whether about the next crypto to go 1000x or a story they’ve heard about how the canyon was formed—and the tours are designed to show how careful observation separates passing hype from evidence that endures. Tours begin at 1PM at the top of the Sunnyside express lift and feature beginner terrain. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and participation is free! For information about Ski with a Ranger volunteering opportunities, contact Taylor Jones at tjones@cottonwoodcanyons.org.

Lunar Snowshoe Series
2023-01-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Spruces Campground, Big Cottonwood Canyon, 400 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road,, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121, United States
Join Cottonwood Canyons Foundation and SLCo Parks and Rec for a mindful, guided, and interpretive snowshoeing experience under the moon and stars! All experience levels welcome! You may sign up multiple times. For any questions, please reach out to outdoorprograms@slco.org
Registration is required, visit https://slco.org/parks-recreation/activities/outdoor-programs/ for more information.

Moonlight Snowshoe Tours
2023-02-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Spruces Campground, Big Cottonwood Canyon, 400 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road,, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121, United States
Grab your snowshoes and join a trained naturalist for a guided snowshoe tour around Spruces Campground! Our Moonlight Tours focus on winter ecology and the amazing adaptations of our canyons’ nocturnal residents.
Registration is required and can be found here: https://calendly.com/lhaven/moonlight-tours/
Programs have a $10 reservation fee, but we offer program scholarships for those interested. Please contact Louise at lhaven@cottonwoodcanyons.org for details.
Please note that participants are responsible for bringing their own snowshoes, and for their own transportation to and from Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood Canyon.

Snowshoe with a Naturalist at Alta
2023-02-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-03-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States
The Cottonwood Canyons Foundation is proud to partner with Alta to offer naturalist-led snowshoe tours through Alta’s famous powder! Join us for a 2 hour tour to learn about the unique history of Alta and about the flora and fauna of Little Cottonwood Canyon. The tour route goes up the Alta Summer Road, so please be prepared for an uphill hike with moderate elevation gain.
Registration is required and can be found here: https://calendly.com/lhaven/alta-snowshoe
Public snowshoe programs have a $10 program reservation fee, and all proceeds support the education and stewardship work that we do. If you are in need of a program scholarship, please reach out to Louise at lhaven@cottonwoodcanyons.org. We are happy to assist!
Please note that participants must bring their own snowshoes, and are responsible for their own transportation to and from Alta Ski Area. Transportation info can be found here: https://www.alta.com/shuttle-information

Snowshoe with a Naturalist - Alta Earth Day
2023-04-15 13:30 - 15:30 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States
Join us for a special Snowshoe with a Naturalist tour in support of Alta’s Earth Day Celebration! Join us for a guided interpretive snowshoe tour up Alta’s Summer Road. The route is groomed trail, but please be prepared for an uphill hike with moderate elevation gain.
The tour is free, but registration is required. Please register here: https://calendly.com/lhaven/alta-earth-day-snowshoe-tour
Please note that participants must bring their own snowshoes, and are responsible for their own transportation to and from Alta Ski Area. Bus and shuttle information can be found here: https://www.alta.com/shuttle-information
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Snowshoe with a Naturalist – Alta Earth Day
2023-04-15 13:30 - 15:30 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States
Join us for a special Snowshoe with a Naturalist tour in support of Alta’s Earth Day Celebration! Join us for a guided interpretive snowshoe tour up Alta’s Summer Road. The route is groomed trail, but please be prepared for an uphill hike with moderate elevation gain.
Registration coming soon!
Please note that participants must bring their own snowshoes, and are responsible for their own transportation to and from Alta Ski Area. More information can be found at https://www.alta.com/events.

Solitude Earth Day
2023-04-23 | Solitude Mountain Resort, 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Solitude, UT, 84121, United States
More information coming soon here, also at https://www.solitudemountain.com/things-to-do/events-and-activities

National Trails Day (June 3)
2023-06-03 | 3863 East Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Meeting Place, 3863 East Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84117, UT, United States
VENUE: Temple Quarry Nature Trail, Parking lot 830
For more information, please email Joanna Wheelton (jwheelton@cottonwoodcanyons.org)

Wasatch Wildflower Festival 2023 Brighton
2023-07-08 | Brighton Ski Resort, 8302 South Brighton Loop Road, Brighton, UT, 84121, United States
Held annually, the Wasatch Wildflower Festival is a multi-day event hosted at the four Cottonwood Canyons ski areas to celebrate the beauty and diversity of wildflowers in the Wasatch Mountains. Guided and self-guided wildflower walks are offered from 9 am to 1 pm, and other organizations offer exhibits, as well. The 2023 Festival will be held on the following dates and locations: July 8 (Brighton Ski Resort, in conjunction with the Brighton Institute’s Brighton Days), July 9 (Solitude Mountain Resort), July 15 (Snowbird Ski Resort), and July 16 (Alta Ski Area). The event is free, but registration is required. Registration will be open in May, please check back.

Wasatch Wildflower Festival 2023 Solitude
2023-07-09 | Solitude Mountain Resort, 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Solitude, UT, 84121, United States
Held annually, the Wasatch Wildflower Festival is a multi-day event hosted at the four Cottonwood Canyons ski areas to celebrate the beauty and diversity of wildflowers in the Wasatch Mountains. The resorts see a wide mix of visitors each summer—from families on guided and self-guided wildflower walks to day-trippers who normally come up during football season to catch games through NFL online betting sites before heading outdoors. Exhibits from local organizations add to the sense of community, and the 2023 Festival will be held on the following dates and locations: July 8 (Brighton Ski Resort, in conjunction with the Brighton Institute’s Brighton Days), July 9 (Solitude Mountain Resort), July 15 (Snowbird Ski Resort), and July 16 (Alta Ski Area). The event is free, but registration is required. Registration will be open in May, please check back.

Wasatch Wildflower Festival 2023 Snowbird
2023-07-15 | Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, 9385 South Snowbird Center Drive, Snowbird, UT, 84092, United States
The Wasatch Wildflower Festival, held annually across the four Cottonwood Canyons ski areas, is part of a broader trend of states promoting outdoor experiences as cultural events. Just as debates over Mississippi online sports betting have shaped how policymakers think about leisure and tourism, the festival highlights how communities tie recreation to local identity and access. Visitors can join guided and self-guided wildflower walks from 9 am to 1 pm, while partner organizations present exhibits that link conservation with education. The 2023 Festival will be held on the following dates and locations: July 8 (Brighton Ski Resort, in conjunction with the Brighton Institute’s Brighton Days), July 9 (Solitude Mountain Resort), July 15 (Snowbird Ski Resort), and July 16 (Alta Ski Area). The event is free, but registration is required. Registration will be open in May, please check back.

Wasatch Wildflower Festival 2023 Alta
2023-07-16 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States

National Public Lands Day
2023-09-23 08:30 - 14:00 | Solitude Mountain Resort, 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Solitude, UT, 84121, United States
VENUE: Solitude Mountain Resort, Entrance 2
For more information, please email Joanna Wheelton (jwheelton@cottonwoodcanyons.org)

Snowshoe with a Naturalist at Alta
2024-01-19 13:30 - 15:30, 2024-02-16 13:30 - 15:30, 2024-03-15 13:30 - 15:30 | Alta Ski Area, 10010 Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta, UT, 84092, United States
The Cottonwood Canyons Foundation is proud to partner with Alta to offer naturalist-led snowshoe tours through Alta’s famous powder! Join us for a 2 hour tour to learn about the unique history of Alta and about the flora and fauna of Little Cottonwood Canyon. The tour route goes up the Alta Summer Road, so please be prepared for an uphill hike with moderate elevation gain.
Meet at 1:15 to the Left of the Albion Grill.
Participants must bring their own snowshoes.
Please note that tours are $10 per person and a link to our Stripe store will be included in your confirmation. If you do not pay for your space within 7 days of registering, your booking will be automatically cancelled. This program fee is non-refundable. We do have scholarships available, please inquire with Liz at landerson@cottonwoodcanyons.org for details.
To register for this event, please click on the button below (Calendly, new window).
Please note that registration opens only 3 weeks prior to the event. Please check back if the link is not open yet.

Moonlight Snowshoe Tours
2024-01-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Spruces Campground, Big Cottonwood Canyon, 400 Big Cottonwood Canyon Road,, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121, United States
Join us at Spruces Campground for a Moonlight Snowshoe Tour!
A volunteer naturalist will take you on a 2 hour interpretive hike, and will talk about winter ecology and the nocturnal adaptations of some of the canyon’s most elusive residents. Spruces Campground features gentle, rolling terrain that makes this tour ideal for any participant, whether you are a beginner or an experienced snowshoer.
Participants must bring their own snowshoes.
Headlamps are available to borrow.
Please note that tours are $10 per person and a link to our Stripe store will be included in your confirmation. If you do not pay for your space within 7 days of registering, your booking will be automatically cancelled. This program fee is non-refundable. We do have scholarships available, please inquire with Liz at landerson@cottonwoodcanyons.org.
Please meet at the Spruces campground parking lot at 5:45 pm.
It is 13 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon, and you will see a sign on the Right to take the Right turn. We will meet you there.
To register for this event, please click on the button below (Calendly, new window).
Please note that registration opens only 3 weeks prior to the event. Please check back if the link is not open yet.
