What to do in Great Basin

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Places to Visit in Great Basin

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Top places to visit

1. Heavenly Ski Resort

Heavenly Mountain Resort lives up to its name; it is the place to be in Lake Tahoe in winter. This is the biggest ski resort in the area, with the highest peak, the longest vertical drop, some of the best terrain parks, and the best views. Thanks to its rocky trails and lakeside location, it offers plenty of activities in summer too. Daredevils, partygoers and nature lovers flock here year-round.
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Heavenly Ski Resort which includes a lake or waterhole, snow skiing and landscape views

2. Park City Mountain Resort

Enjoy year-round sporting adventures, entertainment and relaxation at Park City. This superb resort, already a major venue for snowboarding and giant slalom ski racing, hosted Salt Lake City’s 2002 Winter Olympics. In 2015, neighboring Canyons Resort joined Park City to create the biggest skiable area in the U.S.
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Park City Mountain Resort featuring a park, mountains and snow

3. Snowbird Ski Resort

If you’re in search of a resort near Snowbird, choose the Snowbird Ski Resort, and you won’t regret it. With the longest ski season in Utah, Snowbird Ski Resort invites skiers and snowboarders alike to hit the trails and carve up all 100 trails and 3,240 vertical feet of terrain on this massive snow mountain.
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Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

4. Northstar California Resort

Northstar California Resort is a laid-back mountain resort combining the excitement of on-mountain activities with high-end shopping and après-ski entertainment. Located on Mount Pluto and Lookout Mountain in Tahoe National Forest, the resort draws both winter and summer sports enthusiasts. Go skiing, snowboarding, telemarking, biking, fishing and hiking.
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Northstar California Resort showing a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

5. Peppermill

With so many amenities on site, there is very little reason to ever leave the Tuscan-themed Peppermill resort. Spend your days exercising in its state-of-the-art gym, swimming in one of its two pools and pampering yourself in the 33,000-square-foot (3,000-square-meter) spa. Then gamble, dine, drink and listen to live music in the evening.
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With 10 restaurants, more than a dozen bars and lounges, a spa, 1,500 slot machines and 48 gaming tables, this Tuscan-themed resort is an entertainment haven.

6. Deer Valley Resort

Deer Valley Resort offers adventure sports and magnificent scenery together with first-rate service and attention to detail. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in winter, biking, hiking and outdoor concerts in summer and year-round delectable cuisine. These activities and amenities have earned Deer Valley Resort a frequent top-three placement in Ski magazine’s annual Top-Ranked Western Ski Resorts.
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Deer Valley Resort featuring mountains, snow and snow skiing

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Heavenly Ski Resort

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, climbing and partying at this massive resort with heavenly views of Lake Tahoe and the desert.

Heavenly Ski Resort
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Park City Mountain Resort

4/5(5 reviews)

Ski on Olympic-standard runs, enjoy myriad summer activities, attend free concerts and sample lively après-ski entertainment at this very large U.S. mountain resort.

Park City Mountain Resort
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Snowbird Ski Resort

4/5(1 review)

Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

Snowbird Ski Resort
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Northstar California Resort

5/5(1 review)

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Northstar California Resort
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University of Utah

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

University of Utah
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Peppermill

4/5(1 review)

With 10 restaurants, more than a dozen bars and lounges, a spa, 1,500 slot machines and 48 gaming tables, this Tuscan-themed resort is an entertainment haven.

Peppermill
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Deer Valley Resort

4/5(3 reviews)

Spread over six mountain peaks, this Utah resort is famous for its deep powder skiing, open-air concerts, luxury accommodations and international cuisine.

Deer Valley Resort
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Brian Head Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Brian Head with a visit to Brian Head Ski Resort. In the area, take in the lively festivals and mountain views.

Brian Head Ski Resort
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Salt Palace Convention Center

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Salt Palace Convention Center

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Deer Valley Resort which includes snow and snow skiing

Deer Valley

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Deer Valley. A stop by Park City Mountain Resort or Silver Lake Express Lift might round out your trip.

Deer Valley
Utah State Capitol which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building

Downtown Salt Lake City

4/5(41 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Vivint Arena are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.

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North Park City

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

North Park City is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Park City Mountain Resort or Prospector Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

North Park City
Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum which includes signage

Downtown Reno

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.

Downtown Reno
Canyons Resort showing a gondola, snow skiing and snow

Canyons Village at Park City

Canyons Village at Park City is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Park City Mountain Resort or Red Pine Gondola while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Canyons Village at Park City
Park City which includes a small town or village

Downtown Park City

The ample dining options and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Park City. A stop by Park City Mountain Resort or Main Street might round out your trip.

Downtown Park City

 

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