Getting here
| From | Drive time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | About 3 hrs | I-15 north to Parowan, then UT-143 |
| Salt Lake City | About 3.5 hrs | I-15 south to Parowan, then UT-143 |
| St. George | About 1.5 hrs | I-15 north to Parowan, then UT-143 |
| Cedar City | About 35 min | I-15 to Parowan, then UT-143 |
| Los Angeles | About 7 hrs | I-15 north through Las Vegas |
| Phoenix | About 7 hrs | Through northern Arizona via Kanab |
Utah is on Mountain Time, an hour ahead of Las Vegas and California. In winter, 4WD or AWD is strongly recommended on Highway 143.
How Brian Head compares
Choosing between Utah and California resorts? We wrote honest comparisons.
- Brian Head vs Park City: quieter lifts, lower prices and red rock views versus big terrain and a big-town scene.
- Brian Head vs Mammoth: which one is really closer from Las Vegas, Arizona and Southern California.
The mountain at a glance
- Utah’s highest base elevation, near 10,000 feet.
- About 350 inches of snow in an average year, on 650 skiable acres across two peaks.
- Navajo Peak for beginners and families; Giant Steps for steeper terrain.
- Seasons have recently run from early November into May. In summer, lift-served mountain biking and scenic chairlift rides.
- Cedar Breaks National Monument, an International Dark Sky Park, next door. Zion and Bryce Canyon within about 90 minutes.
For a season-by-season list, see things to do in Brian Head.
Where to stay
Trail Road Treehouse is a 1972 ski cabin in Brian Head, restored as a 1970s lodge by design producer Rebecca Zajac. Honey-toned wood, a fireplace, a king suite and a bunk room, sleeping eight. See the cabin, or follow the renovation in Cabin by Numbers.
Questions people ask
When is ski season in Brian Head?
Typically early November through April, and recent seasons have stretched into early May thanks to the high base elevation and snowmaking.
What is the nearest airport to Brian Head?
Cedar City and St. George have regional airports closest to the mountain. Las Vegas (about 2.5 to 3 hours) and Salt Lake City (about 3.5 hours) have the most flights.
Is Brian Head good in summer?
Yes. At about 10,000 feet it stays cool, with lift-served mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides, hiking, paddling on Bristlecone Pond and stargazing at Cedar Breaks.
How many people does Trail Road Treehouse sleep?
Eight. Join the list to hear first when bookings open.
