During the month of April, the slopes are a little less crowded, with the exception perhaps of Easter weekend.  The temperatures are a little warmer so you do not need too many layers as in the colder months which makes things a little more comfortable.  People enjoy eating their lunch outside at Red Pine Lodge at the picnic tables as if the snow was sand and you were having a day at the beach – yes, sometimes it even feels that warm but it is very comfortable at that altitude with low humidity and thin, dry air.

There are also usually discount package deals from most of the Park city hotels and resorts during the spring months.  You may be able to save half off the regular high season prices during December, January and holiday periods. Note that typically, Deer Valley Resort closes up to one week earlier than The Canyons Ski Resort and Park City Mountain Resort.  It’s just how Deer Valley rolls.  If your stay is long enough, it is also a good time to visit Utah National Parks. Within in a half day drive from Park City, you can be at Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef National Parks, among others. These parks become crowded during the summer months and can have extremely high temperatures during the day, but during the spring, crowds are low and temperatures are pleasant.

So if you are debating what time of the skiing season to plan your vacation, do not discount the month of April. Now, we cannot make guarantees that April will offer you the best skiing of the season, but more often than not, it is not the worst time of the season for sure.  I overheard someone on an airplane once talking to a couple of guys that were going to Utah to do some skiing in December. He said he went to Utah in November/December and the skiing was not so great. Not too surprised. Unless we get some huge snowstorms in November, the skiing can never compare to what it is like from January through April.  They do some snowmaking at the resorts, but the machines can never cover all the terrain, especially not off trail, so advanced skiers especially will not be too impressed with the skiing conditions sometimes early in the season.

Next it is time to focus on Park City Summer Activities since the ski season is officially over here in Park City. Would you believe that Snowbird here in Utah, sometimes has stayed opened during the weekends throughout the month of May and sometimes into June?! They sometimes get a ton of snow too during the spring snowstorms. Anyway, there is plenty of things to do in Park City during the summer months so come on out and plan your summer fun mountain vacation!

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All of the Park City ski vacation packages below are for direct bookings only. You can call 1-800-331-3178 to check availability and to make your reservations.  Except for the first package, the price includes lodging tax. All have black-out dates as noted. Most of them also state that you can add extra nights or upgrades for accommodations.

Family Ski Vacation Packages

Family Value Package- $257 per adult per night based on 2 adults for 4 nights.
Four night’s slopeside lodging for two adults and two kids at the Silver Star, plus two adult three-day lift tickets at Park City Mountain Resort. From $257 per adult/per night.
Note: The $257/night cost does not include taxes and fees.
Package is valid from 12/05/09 to 04/11/10
Black Out Dates: 12/25/09-01/03/10; 01/20/10-01/30/10; 02/10/10-02/20/10; 03/07/10-03/25/10. So basically this offer is not available during the holidays or during the Sundance Film Festival unless you want to pay extra.

Family Fun Package for 4 Nights – $159.00 per adult per night based on 2 adults
4 nights lodging in a fully equipped one-bedroom condominium located 1 mile from the Park City Mountain Resort, round trip airport transfers from the Salt Lake City International Airport and 3 day lift tickets at Park City Mountain Resort for 2 adults and 2 children (12 and under).

Package is offered from 11/21/09 to 04/11/10

Black Out Dates: 11/26/09 to 11/29/09; 12/18/09 to 01/03/10; 01/21/10 to 01/31/10 and 02/12/10 to 02/15/10.

Kids Sleep & Ski/Board Free Package for 3 Nights – $135 per adult per night based on two adults.
3 nights lodging in a fully equipped two-bedroom condominium located 6 miles from Park City Mountain Resort. We will also include lift tickets for 2 days to the Park City Mountain Resort for 2 adults and 2 children (12 and under).
Package is offered from 11/21/09 to 04/11/10
Black Out Dates: 12/20/09 to 01/02/10; 01/21/10 to 01/31/10; 02/12/10 to 02/20/10.

Ski Vacation Packages For Everyone – With or Without Kids

Depending upon what kind of accommodations you would like, for example condo or hotel, or when you want to visit, one of these packages should suit your needs. Just give them a call, 1-800-331-3178, and I am sure they will able to find a deal that will give you want you want.

Ski Free, Stay Free Package

Get one free night along with one free day of skiing/riding at Park City Mountain Resort.  Ski Free/Stay Free Packages combine  discounted lift tickets at Park City Mountain Resort with discounted accommodations with Identity Properties.

Note: Must purchase a three-night/three-day (adult) lift pass to qualify for an additional night’s lodging and a fourth day of skiing/riding for free.

Ski-free/Stay-free package is available opening day-December 18, January 3-13, February 21-March 14 and March 28-April 11, 2010.

Rider Weekend Offer for 3 Nights -$115.00 per person per night based on double occupancy.

3 nights lodging and 2 days of lift tickets at Park City Mountain Resort for each person. Hotel-style accommodations are located just 1.5 miles to the resort and are on the free city shuttle route. Guests have access to an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. This offer is very flexible with upgrades to studio units, extra nights or additional lift tickets for an added cost.  I’m assuming just because they call this a “Rider” package does not mean you have to be a snowboarder. But hey, you never know, so just ask to verify if you are a skier. :)

Package is valid from 12/12/09 t 04/11/10

Black Out Dates: 12/20/09 to 01/02/10; 01/21/10 to 01/31/10; 02/12/10 to 02/20/10.

Winter Great Escape Package for 3 Nights – Value Season $120.00 per person per night based on double occupancy.

Value Season dates 1/4-1/19 and 3/28-4/4. Regular Season $135.00 per person per night 12/19 to 12/24; 1/31 to 2/11; 2/18 to 3/27.

3 nights and 2 days of lift tickets for each guest at a one-bedroom condominium located two blocks from the base of Park City Mountain Resort.

You can find out more information on all of these packages at Park City Mountain Resort Vacation Packages

Park City Ski Vacation Packages – More info for all the resorts and other ways to book a ski vacation package.

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