Ski Magazine ranks #1 ski resort in North America

Deer Valley has been named the #1 ski resort in North America by readers of Ski Magazine an impressive three years in a row – 2008, 2009 and again in 2010. It’s no wonder due to its impeccable service, attention to detail and its perennial commitment to win the hearts and minds of skiers.

The charm and solitude of this top rated ski resort is just 36 easy miles from the Salt Lake City International Airport. SLC International Airport is a major hub for Delta Air Lines and for many other airlines which makes it easy to find a flight at a reasonable fare.

Average flight times to the Salt Lake City International Airport

	Atlanta	3:55	Los Angeles	2:36	San Francisco	1:31
	Chicago	3:15	Minneapolis	2:37	Washington D.C.	4:49
	Dallas	2:43	New York	5:07
	Houston	3:19	Orlando	4:40

Average Winter Temperatures:

December: 26

January: 28

February: 29

March: 32

April: 42

With 2026 Skiable acres and a vertical drop of 3,000 ft., and 100 runs, this a mountain that the entire family can ski regardless of your ski abilities. However, you should make a note, that snowboarding is not allowed at Deer Valley. However, just next door is Park City and the Canyons which is fantastic skiing too and does allow for snowboarding.

Next door is the charming town of Park City. With less than 10,000 full-time residents, this small mining town dating back to the 1880’s has become one of the prime four season resort towns in the United States. It was home to the 2002 Winter Olympics Winter Games, the internationally acclaimed Sundance Film Festival, the Park City Winterfest, the US Ski Team and Snowboarding teams.

In Park City, The Canyons is Utah’s largest ski and snowboard resort and one of the five largest in the United States. With an average snowfall of 355 inches a year, you won’t find a better place to take the entire family.

While visiting Deer Valley be sure and check out the Talisker Club. This is one of the most comprehensive communities with impressive amenities that we have seen. It’s like owning a home in a place where the horizon is endless. Joining the Talisker Club is more like joining a family, one that gives you access to Talisker’s 10,000 acres of private wilderness and experiences few people ever even dream of. A place where design excellence is revered and nature is honored. Not to mention the world renowned clubhouse, spa and fitness center, dining facilities as well as staff members available to make all your dreams a reality.

Taking five-star living to new heights in mountain and golf settings, Talisker combines the best of home ownership and club membership. As a member, gain unrivaled access to world-class skiing, golf and every imaginable outdoor activity in the pristine wilderness of Park City, Utah.

Within a short drive from Salt Lake City you can find at least 8 major ski areas and some with the most incredible summer activities too. From backpacking to hiking, Utah is an outdoorsman’s piece of heaven. Remember to add this area to your travel list regardless of the month, anytime of the year.

The Robb Report named the Talisker Club “Best of the Best” for mountain resort communities, as well as Travel and Leisure Golf ranked the Talisker Club #8 in America’s Top 100 Golf Communities