Solitude (Resort)
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"If you only knew..." These words proclaim the transformation Solitude Mountain Resort has taken over the past several years. What used to be a locals only day area has become a family friendly European-styled pedestrian village boasting spectacular scenery, cozy resort accommodations and an abundance of activities.
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Far from the crowds at other resorts, 12 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon, is a whole different world; a world where the sense of calm and peacefulness can only be described as "solitude." It's a place of unrivaled beauty, a place where priorities slip back into place and you're free to reconnect with nature, with your family, friends, and with yourself.
Solitude's charming European-style pedestrian village is home to a wide range of accommodations, featuring luxurious 1-3 bedroom condos in unique, tasteful settings and the Bavarian style first-class hotel at the Inn at Solitude. Unwind after a day on the slopes in the large living areas while hot chocolate warms up in the gourmet kitchen. There is a condo size and configuration perfect for you and your family. The Inn is designed to pamper and relax, with amenities such as an on-site spa, ski in/out convenience and an attentive staff.
Enjoy family and fine dining, at Creekside Restaurant or St. Bernard's award winning country French cuisine. Adventurous diners can don snowshoes or cross-country skis for a ¾ mile trek to the Yurt where a chef will prepare a 5 course meal in front of your eyes. Back in the Village, the Stone Haus Pizzeria & Creamery offers hot meal options all day, while the Thirsty Squirrel serves up any adult beverage of your choosing.
Solitude averages 500" of the Greatest Snow on Earth®, which means conditions are always at their prime: no matter if it is powder or groomers you are after. Under this immense white blanket, you'll discover over 1,200 acres of wide-open bowls, gladed tree runs, steep chutes and perfectly groomed gentle cruising slopes that are never crowded and always ready to thrill skiers and boarders of all ages and skill levels.
In the heart of the village, our lodging guests will find Club Solitude, featuring large-screen movies in the media room, a game room, and an outdoor heated pool and hot tubs. Other activities include ice skating, Nordic skiing, and family-centered events such as story-telling and puppet shows.
No matter the season, consider staying in posh accommodations at The Inn when visiting the Solitude area.
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New for the 2008/09 season:
• Solitude Mountain Resort unveils two new high-speed quads for the 08/09 season, allowing visitors from both Solitude Village and Moonbeam Center quick access to the heart of the mountain. Both of these new lifts will provide easier loading and unloading for our guests, along with a quicker ride time by eliminating the frequent starts and stops of fixed-grip lifts. The new lifts give direct access to our intermediate terrain, which supports Solitude’s ongoing commitment to offering a family-friendly experience conducive to learning snowsports.
• Apex Express will replace the existing Apex double lift with the same convenient lift access, the bottom terminal will remain unchanged, just a few steps from the village skier bridge. The Moonbeam base area will see its fourth Moonbeam Lift dubbed Moonbeam Express. The original Moonbeam lift, built half a century ago, had a different lift line, offered night skiing and was a 10-plus-minute lift ride on a double lift.
• Additionally, the area near the top stations of these lifts has undergone extensive grading work. An improved transition from the lift to trail, as well as a gentler overall grade will appeal to the beginner and intermediate skiers who frequent this area.
• With visitors gaining quicker access to this popular area Solitude has added 4 new mobile snowguns. The snowmaking system, which is continually being expanded, allows for addition coverage in higher-traffic areas to provide a consistent snow experience throughout the season.
• Off the hill, Creekside at Solitude’s vintage European fare will be served by new chef Matt Anderson, who will lend his culinary skill to satisfy any hunger worked up on the hill. This relaxed dining experience offers a fabulous and exceedingly diverse menu to taunt even the most perceptive tastes.
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