

Travelers are notified via road signs, message boards, the UDOT traffic app, and UDOT Cottonwood Canyons social media. The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) or law enforcement agencies such as the Unified Police Department determine when road conditions require the use of these devices.

4WD + AWD Vehicles Must have 3PMSF or M+S rated tires or chains on all wheels. 2WD Vehicles Must have 3PMSF rated tires on all wheels or chains on all drive wheels. State law requires that all vehicles traveling in Little Cottonwood Canyon be equipped with proper tires or have traction devices such as chains installed when the traction law is in effect. From tracking your arrival, road conditions and restrictions, the experienced team at Alta Shuttle will provide you comfortable, safe and reliable transportation. We encourage our guests to use Alta Shuttle for door to door transportation to/from Alta Lodge. Shuttle service is also available from the Salt Lake City Amtrak station. We recommend leaving your vehicle down-canyon and using a professional shuttle service for transportation to/from Alta.Īlta Lodge is only 32 miles from the Salt Lake City International Airport, about 45 to 60 minutes via airport shuttle. Insider tip: The “greatest snow on Earth” is more fun to ski in than to drive or manage a vehicle in. You won’t need a rental car in Alta – everything you need is right here!ĭue to high snowfall amounts and limited public parking, a car is not recommended in Alta.
