Brighton, UT

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Jack Lee
Pros
  • Affordable for families (kids 10 and under ski free)
  • Slope connected to Solitude Mountain on the Solbright pass
  • Less crowded than nearby popular resorts
Cons
  • Small base with limited food and lodging

Overall

4

Brighton is always a reliable choice for Utah's infamous powder but without the price tag and crowds of nearby resorts. On the other hand, it's much smaller with a relatively short vertical drop. Nevertheless, Brighton is an affordable locals mountain with a laid-back vibe with a good variety of runs and park scene.

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Brighton, UT Reviews

Very Good 4 / 5
based on 44 reviews

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Superb!4.8 / 5Sep 04, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsShane J.
advanced skier
Great local vibe. Fun family atmosphere if you want it. Fun grungy crew to grind with if you want it. Steeps and learner terrain. Parks and powder. Something for everyone. Difficult commute at 9am on a pow day.... More
Average!3.2 / 5Aug 08, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsSeymour B.
expert snowboarder
Brighton is a great resort for beginners and families. They have some steeper terrain, but the majority is pretty mellow. Their terrain park is decent, but not on the same level as Mammoth or Breckenridge. It's a great resort for cruising groomers and has a family-owned feel.... More
Fabulous!4.3 / 5Aug 08, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsThomas H.
expert skier
Good resort if your a master of the sport or just getting into it. The day skiing is incredible, and the night skiing is better than most. If your into park skiing you'll find what your looking for. If not, you'll still enjoy the terrain.... More
Fabulous!4.5 / 5Jul 01, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsTimber W.
intermediate snowboarder
This resort is a favorite for mobbing through the woods. It is definitely one of the most fun. It lacks some of the park city amenities, but that keeps the crowds away and keeps it focused on the right stuff, POW mashing and bombing. Good mix of terrain. Too much fun to miss.... More
Superb!4.7 / 5Jul 01, 2019
PKPatrick K.
expert snowboarder
This resort has it all except lodging. The terrain is fantastic and the good stuff is accessible enough but not so much that it’s tracked out before you can enjoy it. You can have fun all day, and kids ski free unde 10... More
Very Good!4.1 / 5Apr 29, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsMatthew J.
advanced snowboarder
Brighton is my all round favorite resort if the snow hit right. Perfect back country for beginners, yet something a expert can have fun with hitting jumps between trees. This would be heaven on earth, if it just wasn’t Utah sadly. Hard to enjoy a mountain without a real beer... More
Poor!1 / 5Mar 22, 2019
Brighton, UT ReviewsAdam B.
beginner skier
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCEWe used to love Brighton but we had the worst experience today. My 6 year old daughter was knocked down by a Brighton Ski instructor "David" on the bunny slope and he yelled at her "you need to learn to ski better!" She is 6 and I'm dealing with a serious health problem and we brought the kids to ski to try to cheer them up... More
Superb!4.8 / 5Dec 27, 2018
Brighton, UT ReviewsCash K.
expert snowboarder
super fun and lots of jumps all throughout any course millie is my favorite and is one of the hardest out there millies bowl is wicked!! love it can be packed at sometimes but is worth the wait for lines... More
Fabulous!4.3 / 5Dec 04, 2018
Brighton, UT ReviewsSeth J.
intermediate skier
I love it! It is convenient to Salt Lake City, less crowded than Alta or Snowbird, has diverse terrain and is a little bit cheaper than the others in the area. If you have kids, kids 10 and under ski free with a paid adult.... More
Fabulous!4.5 / 5Nov 06, 2018
Brighton, UT ReviewsPaul P.
expert skier
When you want that mom and pop resort feel but Cottonwood Canyon snow quality and quantity, BRIGHTON is for you. Laid back feel, great terrain, great deals. Beautiful views, great for beginners and experts alike. Snowboarders swarm here but plenty of variety for everyone. Only cons are runs are shorter, parking can be tough if your late and not... More