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The resort plans to install four new lifts during the off-season

EDEN, Utah — Powder Mountain announced on Feb. 20 that it will not offer lift-accessed mountain biking this summer due to construction.

In a statement posted to its website, the company said that construction on several lift and maintenance infrastructure upgrades necessitate the closure.

“We appreciate all of the planning and hard work that has gone into making lift-serviced mountain biking at Powder possible for the past two summers, however after evaluating all options, this is a necessary step in order to complete our ambitious plans of installing four new lifts,” said a statement from Powder Mountain.
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Additionally, the resort announced that much of its cross-country mountain biking system will also be impacted by the construction, and rolling trail closures will take place throughout the summer.

“Mountain Biking is a big part of the summer experience at Powder,” said a statement from Powder Mountain. “We felt and shared your enthusiasm for the lift serviced offering over the last two summers, and we understand this news will disappoint some.”

According to a statement from Powder Mountain, mountain bikers can expect the following this summer:

Construction will impact trails and accessibility. Once construction begins this summer, Powder Mountain will provide regular updates on its website so riders can plan their rides accordingly.
Parking for cross-country and trail riding will be out of Brim trail at the end of Summit Pass Road.
Riders will assume their own risks. Powder Mountain staff won’t be patrolling trails or on call to provide rescue services on the trail system.