Alta has ‘tenuous’ relationship with Snowbird. Canyon traffic is to blame.

Roadside parking, rush for spots at lower resort negates measures taken by Alta, general manager says.

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) Alta Ski Area general manager Mike Maughan stands at the UTA bus stop outside the Wildcat base area, Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. Maughan told the Town of Alta town council on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 that neighboring Snowbird's resistance toward parking reservations has backed up buses and cars entering and exiting the ski area.

Alta has ‘tenuous’ relationship with Snowbird. Canyon traffic is to blame.

Roadside parking, rush for spots at lower resort negates measures taken by Alta, general manager says.

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