Sundance Mountain Resort

My wife and I have been coming to Sundance for their Sunday brunch, chair lift, hike and recently their new zip line. Today, I went with my friends for their Mountain Bike Skills Clinic specifically geared towards downhill riding.
Both Mike and Sherry are awesome instructors and guides. They showed us the basics, stance, balancing and proper way to handle our MTBs going down. It was an amazing experience for me and my friends and I would recommend it for beginners as well as those who are getting into MTB and have ridden before. This is my first time to ride Sundance’s trail and they’re really fun. It’s a little too bromide ting to me since I’ve never experience a lot of switchbacks and turns. But, heck it was fun and I’ll definitely be back and considering even a summer season pass!
Thanks Mike and Sherry for the great and fun time!

I just spent 3 nights at the resort-​it was my first visit but it won’t be my last. This is an amazing place with a staff that is clearly hired and trained to take exceptionally good care of the guests. The accommodations were very nice, the deli is THE place for great coffee drinks and very reasonably priced food. I took advantage of the free meditation and yoga classes every day, hiking and also enjoyed a spa treatment. My sister was with me and had a family medical emergency-​the front desk staff rushed her to the Salt Lake City airport at 10:00 pm with zero notice. I love the sundance and the folks that work there.

My auntie’s friend has two units here, and we stayed at Upper Pines last weekend. It’s so cute and quaint! Very rustic feeling. Unfortunately, the ski resort was closed for the season, so we didn’t get to experience the spring skiing there, but it’s okay! About an hour’s drive to the other resorts [ie — Alta, Snowbird, Solitude]. The staff was VERY welcoming, and so so helpful. Loved hanging out at the Owl Bar, too! Live music & good food & real drinks! What more could a girl ask for?

2 stars because the mountain was beautiful — minus 3 for a terrible lesson and unprofessional instructor. Was told I could def make it down the mountain on my own! Granted this was my first time on a snowboard! I didn’t make it down alone and am lucky I wasn’t more injured than I ended up (couldn’t sit down for 3 days with all the heavy falls I took). Instructor eventually found me about 45 min later crying and sitting in the snow. Attempted to head down with me but after 10 minutes realized I was tired and hurt. We took my board off and I walked down crying and limping the whole way. I pretty much never want to snowboard again and wish the instructor would not have not have pushed me to do something I wasn’t ready or able to accomplish. It wrecked the rest of my trip!

We were the last group to head up the mountain for zip lining this winter season. It was unbelievable. Great help from Crew and the rest of the zip line staff. Hats off to them for a great experience. Would love to have run the summer route as well, but 2m of 70mph was easily worth the $ 50.

Sundance is a special place. Summer, winter, spring or fall, it’s magical! I’ve been going here for the past 30 some years. I’ve walked, hiked, biked, skied and rode my horse all around this resort. The shopping, eating and experience is beyond your expectations. it’s an absolute must if your are in the state… or a destination. I love this resort. It is part of the 10 most beautiful roads in the nation… the Alpine Loop. Do it. you won’t be sorry. Believe me… you’ll come back year after year!

I have been coming to sundance since I was a little kid and to be honest know a thing or two about the place. #pride Anyways, I guess I will start with the positives and then list some of the things they can work on.
First, as far as a 4-​season resort goes sundance has it all. Sure you can find more vertical at other ski resorts or a place that grooms the runs better than Sundance but sundance makes up for it with no lines and killer views. The resort has plenty of challenging runs and great intermediate groomers. Plus nobody is there on weekdays. In the summer they have great mountain biking and chairlift rides and a recently installed zip line. They have plays and summer concerts at the amphitheater which are another plus.
As far as dining goes, I would stick to the foundry grill, deli and the tree room. The on mountain stuff is fine but not killer. I love the vibe and décor at the village restaurants and the food is on point. The owl bar is also a must visit but you have to be 21 to enter.
Now to things they can work on. Since the resort is tucked into a small and narrow canyon the Parking situation is a joke. Lucky for me my friends have a cabin and I park there but you have a better chance of winning the lottery than finding a parking spot on a weekend ski day.
They could also use some new HIGH SPEED ski lifts.
Overall it’s a great locals hill with great food and its in a gorgeous location.

Snowboarding, woohoo! Had a lovely time here with the kids. Enjoyed the snow, albeit slushy and slow for our trek down the hill. Very scenic and mellow after the new year. Can’t wait to go back in the Summer to check out their kids camps and ziplines :)
1 star off for the small Creekside room at the base of the slope with meager food offerings and high prices. This resort is very close to Provo, so it’s hard to justify the cost. It should be the more casual hangout of the slope, like at other resorts, but it was empty. Oh well.

Went snowboarding here for the first time in my life. The people here are very helpful. From getting your day pass to your rentals.
Getting a day pass was a breeze, you just give them your ID and pay. After that, you go and get your rentals where they are absolutely patient with you. For my first time ever, I didn’t know what to do and they walked me through the process step-​by-​step.
The lifts were fun! We went all the way to the top and snowboard down. I gotta say, it’s not easy! I left with the worst pain ever. But that’s a given. The patrols are always around to check up on you. It makes you feel very safe.
There’s also a bar on top of the mountain. How cool is that?
Overral I would go here again. For my first time, I had lots of fun.

Fun hike to Stewart Falls, but be sure to buy a lift ticket. We hiked a back trail to get to the falls, but then we’re stuck up there without a lift ticket to get back. The staff was kind, and understanding, but had us buy a lift ticket once we got down to the base. I thought hiking was free, but nope. What a time to be alive.

We live about 5 min from the mouth of American Fork canyon so we love to take the alpine loop on the bike and have lunch up here at Sundance. The beautiful views are a great addition to the great food. I have not have the oppertunity to ski here yet, but i will be doing so this winter and I’ll be updateing my review then.

A tranquil hidden resort nestled amongst breathtaking mountains. A friend of ours had recommended this place as «once in a lifetime». Yup, they were right! From the moment you arrive you are greeted with hospitality and quality service. At the main area you will find several restaurants, a general store, art studio and reception hall. The scenery is amazing! Large trees, flowers, wildlife, and trout filled stream! There are several fire pits, benches, hiking trails, and rec areas. We visited Halloween weekend and loved all of the decorations! Haunted ski lift, bag toss, bowling and outside screen showing of the Ghost Buster movie. They really went all out.
Our actual rustic cabin room was actually more spacious than pictures showed. We had a comfy queen bed, fireplace, kitchenette area, big bathtub/​shower combo, and even a heated bathroom floor. Our little outside porch was surrounded with beautiful trees with the stream right below. Very quiet and private. Our only complaints was our fridge did not work (but was quickly fixed by maintenance), and our fireplace appeared clogged after flute opened (the whole room filled and reeked of smoke and we had to put the fire out). Dampened the romantic moment a little.
The deli stop on site has an amazing turkey bacon avacado sandwich and tasty pumpkin spice latte. We visited the Tree Room restraunt for dinner and were a little disappointed. Way overpriced and took two hours to complete dinner. My friend ordered the lamb, which came with three tiny slices of meat. A couple people tried the trout and stated it tasted «old». I only got a salad which contained only a few pieces of lettuce, 6ish pecans and two scoops of goat cheese… so not worth it. I would probably go to the Foundry restaurant next time which had much bigger selection.
Overall, great place to unwind and take in amazing 360 views!

When I started planning fall foliage trip, I googled «Fall colors Utah» then found amazing pictures of Alpine Loop. so I booked this resort but I guess we came too late for red colors. and no aspens around here the surroundings was just like a dead mountain. I still did enjoy the nature somewhat but nothing was wow…
Resort itself. it offers a descent service. We got a standard room and it was a cute clean small cottage. We had a free breakfast at Foundry Grill. I had a yogurt parfeit and my husband had an Egg Benedict. Both were alright… we felt we made a right decision not to spend $$$ for dinner here.
We stayed here one night and moved to Park City. Fall colors in Park City was much nicer. I don’t regret staying here at all but you don’t necessarily have to stay here to enjoy Alpine Loop.

This is a «no brainer» incredible beauty, incredible fun and I can’t wait to come back. We tried the Zip line «Bear Claw» and had a fantastic experience. It takes a few hours so plan accordingly. It was my first time — and I have to say… you are very high up above the trees and you move very fast! This isn’t the the type where you are low in the tree lines. you are in between peaks– well above the ski lifts! Also, you do not have to unhook your harness and hook into another line. this is a different experience. Check it out on YouTube.
We also tried the fly fishing tour (two thumbs up) They take you on the Provo river underneath Bridal Vail Falls area and give you a great lesson before you fish for around 3 hours. We all caught fish (trout) and it was perfect for my 10 year daughter. all gear is supplied guides are with you one– on –one and will change up your fly so all you do is focus on your skill. We had a blast! A very professional outfit. Make sure you sign up ahead on line– you need a fishing license, but if you can’t, they will do it for you. Highly recommend.
When you are finished– head into the sundance lounge and grab a bite to eat and shop in their eclectic store, you won’t be dissapointed. Not exactly inexpensive — but fun unique stuff — who doesn’t need a beaver in a can?
All guides — zip line and fishing along with the registration process was very easy and professional– worth every penny.

I am giving Sundance three stars because based on the price I had higher expectations. First the good. Large condo like rooms work well for families. The resort is in a beautiful postcard like setting. Event space where we attended a wedding was ideal for that special memory. Great hiking to Stewart Falls and zip lining. The zip line trip was one of our highlights. Meals were good, just pricey.
Now what can be improved upon. Desperate need for AC. My suite in River Run had a portable which couldn’t keep the room cool. Even the restaurant was uncomfortably warm. I don’t understand why there is no pool at a resort of this caliber. I heard they want you spending time in nature. Then why is there a spa and bar? Also, the fitness center is a joke. No AC. Felt like it was 100 plus degrees inside the yurt. Good for hot yoga maybe.
Finally, a heads up, they include gratuities for their staff automatically so keep that in mind when or if you tip.
I can see how Sundance would be ideal for skiing with the lifts right on the property. But for a summertime retreat, I expect more for $ 300 plus a night.

This is at best a three star hotel experience. I came here for business and I lived here in SLC a number of years ago. I simply love the outdoor experience in Utah! The views and location in and around Sundance are truly something to be taken in hour after hour and I find very few places like this on the planet. Truly wonderful to be in these mountains but when you return home to your room and the Sundance resort at night you might need to lower the bar a little or you will end up quite disappointed. Sundance is really a ski slope with a hotel on it so do not expect everything to work in your 250 – 500 dollar room because that would be asking a lot. The staff is friendly but very poorly trained so you need to be proactive here because it is quite common to have no paper towels in the restrooms and no soap in the dispensers and your fridge might be broken in your room as ours is. Drive though your average Mcdonalds drive through in most areas and you realize that even the most poorly paid employees will go the extra mile for you when there is a good training program in place. Thats what makes the quality of training and attention to detail so sad here at Sundance. There is simply no excuse for it here. Again when you get fed up with the drawers that wont open in your room just walk outside and stare at the mountains and breathe in the amazing air and you will remember why you came here in the first place but id suggest park city or other areas for a better guest experience. I waited two days to write this review because I really wanted to make sure that my first day here was not just their «off» day but the consistency of poor service and poorly managed systems is the most consistent aspect of Sundance so far. I kept asking myself if I was being a little harsh in my review but by day three I realized that I was not. This is a management and perhaps a budget issue. This place could be simply amazing but its a 3 star experience at best at 4 star price point.

Went over the new year’s holiday for snowboarding away from the hustle and bustle of mega-​resorts, and was STOKED by the find of legitimate vertical element that Sundance has in their back bowls, as always filled with fluffy and dry Utah Powder.
Lift ticket prices at half of what you would pay at Snowbird or PC, and a distinctly upper-​class flair in their village complemented by well-​heeled visitors. Lots of locals with kids on the big and open beginner and intermediate runs in the font of the resort, but the real deal is in the back of the resort where Bishops Bowl and Grizzly Bowl offer steep pitches and open pow shots.
Also, when time comes for flavorful food served with a smile, hit up the OWL BAR. It’s small, intimate setting with fireplace is a great place with reasonably-​priced but superior quality food and drink.
Finally, it’s the service that sets Sundance apart from other resorts. From the parking attendants to lift ticket sales to lift operators, everyone had a smile and seemed genuinely pleased and interested in making the guest experience memorable and pleasant. BIG SHOUT OUT to Laurie in the OWL BAR, for her dining suggestions, the garlic fries and microbrews were absolutely perfect! I’ll be «SUNDANCING» again soon…

My first time skiing in 16+ years… and I didn’t die! Just one little fall! :D
As a cheapass lazy San Diegan, I’m too lazy to drive 3−6+ hours to the nearest ski resort and spend $$$$$ to go skiing. Luckily Sundance Mountain Resort was just a easy 30 minute drive from my buddy’s house.
I think this is one of the smaller ski resorts, but its also one of the cheaper ones. The main course was fun and long enough to satisfy a rusty novice skier like myself. Good for beginners and first-​timers. I also ran into some folks from southern California whom said it was 3 times less crowded than resorts in Mammoth and Big Bear.
Total Expenses:
$ 55 Half Day Lift Ticket (only $ 16 if you’re a senior!)
$ 20 Skis, Boots, Poles
$ 3 Equipment Insurance (optional)
$ 7 Locker Rental
$ 9 Tuna Sandwich
$ 3 Water Bottle
$ 2.50 Coffee
$ 5 Craft Beer
$ 104.50 TOTAL
Skiing/​Snowboarding is not for the poor, but Sundance is still cheaper than other ski resorts in the area.

Stayed here for 2 nights for a friends wedding and absolutely loved it. Visited in late September and weather was gorgeous.
Rooms are cozy, staff is friendly, the resort grounds are beautifully kept. Take the ski lift and do the hike to Stewart falls!
Oh — and a great backdrop for a wedding!

We drove here from Park City & it took about 50 minutes. The drive is quite beautiful, so it went by quickly, & once we got to the resort it felt like no time had passed at all. Like taking a step back in time, this rustic resort still had old ski lifts, wooden railings, & the old school classic lodge feel, unlike what you’d see in some of the more modern resort compounds in Park City.
The reason for our trip was to check out Stewart Falls, a 2 mile hike from the top of the mountain downward. We bought tickets for the ski lift in the bike shop ($ 12) & took the long ride up. This is quite possibly one of the longest ski lifts I’ve ever been on, I felt like I would never get off, maybe about 10 minutes or so. But the view is great & you can see the falls from the lift which is pretty cool. Once you get to Ray’s Summit at the top of the lift, follow the marked trail towards the right to go around the mountain. Much of the hike is through overgrown brush, though the trail is well groomed. You keep walking down hill on the gravel laden trail & try your best not to slip & you’ll run into plenty of signs that point you to Stewart Falls, really easy to find. Once you get close you’ll hear the roaring water & voices of tons of people.
The falls were amazing! They cascade down the mountain side in such a picturesque way, I felt like I was in a painting. Then you have to cross the river to hike back down to the resort, so be prepared to get a little wet if the water is flowing quick! I nimbly scampered across the rocks so I didn’t get soaked, but still managed to pick up a lot of dirt on the way back down. This isn’t the cleanest hike, but it’s totally worth the dirt to get a view of the falls!

very nice resort and restaurant, quality and pricing on top-​level. very quiet and beautiful forest surroundings. small creek inside the resort area.
we had some business dinners there. if you can afford stay over weekend.

Trop beau, trop bon, … trop TOP. bon je vais donner un avis moins enflammé !
Hotel Resort créé par Robert Redford, dans un lieu naturel, qu’il a su conservé.
Evidement c’est pas donné, mais en période creuse, genre Novembre les prix sont un superbe cadeau que l’on peut se faire si on a envie d’une expérience différente.
Logement en chalet ou appartement au milieu de la nature
Tout est en bois.
Spa, massage, école de dessins, poterie, joaillerie, trekking, ski (en hiver), moutainbike
Les alentours, sont superbes, balades dans les monts Timpanagos tout autour où a été tourné Jeremia Jonhson.
Vous pouvez rencontrer des ours ou des couguars enfin juste des empreintes je né vous conseille pas de les rencontrer. lol
En Hiver mini station de ski, il n’y a qu’une seule remontée au départ du resort. Redford a acheté ce site pour justement conservé l’état naturel et né pas changer ce lieu en station de ski monumentale à coté de Salt lake.
Le resort posséde deux restaurants, un style américain, et un semi-​gastro: the Tree Room, (construit autour d’un arbre) avec des décors d’objet perso de Redford et une collection de statuettes indennes Superbe. Très bon, plus français qu’américain. C’est l’un des restaus le plus coté d’Utah.
Il y a aussi un bar, dans un style western, avec un bar d’origine de Butch cassidy. Ils organisent des soirées avec des groupes de rock, jazz. super sympa.
Évidement Sundance s’est plein d’animations tout au long de l’année et bien sur le festival de Sundance (février et qui se passé à Parck city en fait.)
Je vous invite à aller sur le site.
Au niveau de l’ambiance, perso, j’ai trouvé tous les gens très gentils. La majorité sont des étudiants, qui travaillent là et des indiens.
Un endroit spécial, une expérience inoubliable