Sundance Resort pushes back opening day to Dec. 18

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SUNDANCE, Utah — Due to warm temperatures and lack of natural snow, Sundance Mountain Resort is now targeting December 18 for opening day.

Originally set for December 10, Sundance joins other resorts, including Park City Mountain and Solitude, in delaying their opening.

Limited terrain on Jake’s Lift will be open on the first day.

“Current weather forecasts are favorable; snowmaking will continue at every available window and snowfall is expected from upcoming storms,” the resort said in a post.

“Outlaw Express, a new high-speed quad with access to Mandan Summit, the new beginner area with three magic carpets, and The Lookout restaurant are targeted to open December 22nd due to construction timing and weather.

“Night skiing will open December 25th and the back mountain will open as conditions permit. Due to delaying opening day, we are extending the ski season until April 10th (conditions permitting) to honor our season passholders.

“Additionally, guests with night skiing passes will be able to ski from opening day until December 24th during daytime hours.”

“We can’t wait for our guests to experience a ‘new mountain’ this season. With expanded snowmaking equipment in place, colder temperatures, and natural snow in the forecast, we excitedly anticipate the start of a phenomenal season,” said Chad Linebaugh, president and general manager of Sundance Mountain Resort.