7-Day Utah Winter Adventure: Ski Park City and Explore Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to handle several hours of on-snow instruction and multiple short to moderate hikes over uneven terrain.
Overview
Split your week between the Wasatch’s snow-dusted slopes and the Colorado Plateau’s red-rock cathedrals. This 7-day shared tour pairs three days of small-group ski lessons in Park City with guided visits to Zion, Bryce, Arches, and Canyonlands.
7-Day Utah Winter Adventure: Ski Park City and Explore Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands
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A hush falls over the Radisson lobby before dawn: boards are waxed, boots buckled, and a caravan of travelers trades city lights for the serrated silhouette of the Wasatch Range. By 8:30 a.m. the van threads the canyon road toward Park City; instructors meet you with a patient grin and a promise—three days to turn a tentative snowplow into confident turns down a blue run. The mountain breathes around you, pines rattling like slow applause as sunlight strips the frost from chairlifts.
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Adventure Tips
Layer for rapid shifts
Temperatures swing from sub-freezing on the lifts to dry, sunny warmth in the parks—bring a breathable insulating midlayer and a waterproof shell.
Hydrate for elevation and dryness
Carry 1–2 liters; altitude and cold both increase dehydration risk, and many park facilities are spread out.
Protect skin and eyes
Broad-spectrum SPF and glacier glasses or good sunglasses are essential; reflection from snow and the desert sun both intensify UV.
Pace your transitions
Allow time to switch from skis to hiking gear and to warm cold toes—rushing increases injury risk and slows groups.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert bighorn sheep
- Mule deer
History
The Colorado Plateau’s sandstone layers record ancient seas and deserts; many park landforms are on ancestral lands of Navajo, Ute, and Paiute peoples.
Conservation
High visitor numbers stress fragile soils and water sources—stick to established trails, pack out waste, and follow seasonal closures to protect cryptobiotic crusts and riparian zones.
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Recommended Gear
Insulating base layers
Moisture-wicking layers keep you warm on the slopes and comfortable during canyon hikes.
winter specific
Waterproof shell jacket
A breathable shell blocks wind and light snow on the mountain and cuts desert winds at high viewpoints.
winter specific
Sturdy daypack with hydration
Carries water, layers, camera, and snacks for park stops and short hikes between viewpoints.
Sunglasses with high UV protection
Protects eyes from reflected snow glare and intense desert sun.