When the snow melts, mountain bikers in Utah don’t have to wait long to seek a fix for their adrenaline addiction...
While some of Utah's chairlifts do enjoy a well-deserved rest in the summer months, others continue spinning throughout the summer months. A handful of resorts continue to operate lifts for the enjoyment of foot passengers, hikers and mountain bikers. Instead of laboriously pedaling uphill, riders and their steeds are whisked to the top of the mountain where they are free to choose their downhill destiny.
Here we have an overview of all the Utah resorts that offer lift-served mountain biking in the summer and fall. Keep in mind that lift-served mountain biking is weather dependent, and opening and closing dates fluctuate yearly. Some resorts continue running lifts in the fall with reduced hours. Some resorts operate every day, others only welcome lift riders on the weekends.
Be sure to check the hours and operational status
at any resort before you go for a ride!
Brighton Resort Bike Park
The Scene
Utah's newest bike trails can be found at Brighton. Brighton has been dialing up their summer offerings of late, and you can visit the resort for delightful disc golf courses, scenic chairlift rides or the popular Sunday flea market. Brighton has spent time building new trails and currently has two flow trails for mountain bike enthusiasts.
Bike haul is available on the Majestic and Crest chairlifts from July 4 through late September, running weekends, Friday through Sunday. Lifts will run 10AM to 8PM on Fridays and 10AM to 5PM on Saturday and Sunday.
Rentals
The rental shop is open Friday through Sunday at Brighton in the Brighton Center. In addition to disc golf rentals, Brighton provides full-suspension downhill bikes for kids & adults. Bike rentals will include your mountain bike, helmet, knee and elbow pads.
The Trails
The folks at Brighton are just getting started with their bike park trails. There is currently one beginner trail with an intermediate trail slated to open Summer 2025. The fun and playful terrain that skiers and snowboarders love makes for awesome terrain for biking singletrack trails in the summer months. Easy Rider is a smooth, easy-rated trail that drops from the top of the Majestic Lift through scenic aspens. It's ideal for beginners and intermediate riders.
Woodward Park City Bike Park
The Scene
Utah's most exciting action sports complex can be found at Woodward Park City. Those huge piles of snow and park features in the winter serve as a lift-served biking and progression paradise each summer. In conjunction with their 66,000 square-foot indoor facility, Woodward offers 120 acres of outdoor terrain for action sport enthusiasts within its downhill and freestyle-oriented bike park. A skate park compliments the flowy bike trails meticulously crafted by Alpine Bike Parks. Sculpted to test and hone the skills of BMX and freeride mountain bikers, the trails at Woodward are awesome for those looking to boost their confidence or take their riding to the next level.
The summer terrain at Woodward is serviced by the Hot Laps chairlift. It includes Progression Parks catered to all skill levels are divided into Zones 1, 2, and 3 where riders can gradually build their skills from small log drops and jumps to wall rides and the larger jump lines with airbags for advanced riders in Zone 3. The trail network at Woodward is aimed at serving up features and technical skill-building in a coherent manner. You can expect to encounter jumps, hips, banks, wall rides and more. BMX dirt jumps litter three different lines down the mountain featuring small, medium and large jumps.
Woodward stacks their summer calendar with enough events, camps, clinics, community nights and competitions to make your head spin. Expect a busy summer of women's rides, downhill bike races, weekly clinics and special events, camps and coaching programs. Get ready to send! Find the events calendar here.
Access to Woodward is available in a multitude of time blocks, packages and options. From camps to memberships, there are a lot of ways to experience Woodward. Membership options offer deals and discounts on rentals, camps and clinics. Visit Woodward's Membership Page for current offerings.
Woodward focuses on providing an environment that fosters progression, so whether you'd like to try your first tabletop or you're gunning for that huge gap jump, this world-class facility and experienced coaches are there for you. See more below under the lessons section...
Hot Laps Quad Chair
Rentals
Woodward has a gear closet that many would envy, maintaining a rental fleet for all the action sports that can be enjoyed at the facility. Bikes can be rented for the day or a four-hour block. All bike rentals include a full-face helmet and the option to add chest, shoulder, knee, and elbow pads. Woodward's rental closet offers the following gear:
- Downhill Mountain Bikes
- Full-face and BMX Helmets
- Skateboards
- Mountain Scooters
Woodward is unique in that its sole focus is on safe progression in a positive and supportive environment. This facility is designed to help athletes sharpen their skills and there is no better place to take your riding to the next level. Special deals and rates may be scored by obtaining a Woodward membership or booking multiple sessions.
Near the Woodward Park City Action Sports Hub you'll find a skate park, several progression zones and a BMX pump track. Sample small, medium and large airbags where gravity enthusiasts can practice hucking themselves into a soft and supportable inflatable pillow. Once dialed there, head for the dirt jumps and translate your airbag skills to real life!
EZPZ is where beginning riders will get cut their teeth with small rollers, gently angled berms and obstacles with optional ride-around paths. With wide sight lines, this trail allows newer riders to pick their line and ride with confidence. Next up is Steezy Rider, another green-rated trail. Parley's Way and Spiral Jetty offer more difficult features and options for riders who are looking for more technical descents and opportunities to air. Each trail consists of multiple lines or features to link together so riders won't get bored as they stitch together a creative variety of options.
Parking is readily available and straightforward. Simply snag a spot at the base area near the Action Sports Hub off Kilby Road near Jeremy Ranch outside of Park City, Utah. High Valley Transit offers transportation to Woodward Park City.
Deer Valley Lift-Served Mountain Biking
2025 SUMMER OPS UPDATE
Due to the installation of the new Pinion Express high-speed 6-person chair and the Expanded Excellence terrain expansion, approximately 50% of Deer Valley's bike park trails will be available to ride for Summer 2025, opening June 20. The bike trails on Bald Mountain and the Sterling Express chairlift will be temporarily closed this summer to accommodate Deer Valley's expansion plans. Bikers will focus their fun on the lower-mountain trails surrounding Silver Lake Express and Homestake chairlifts.
NEW 2025 WASATCH GRAVITY BIKE HAUL PASSES
In the meantime, take advantage of the new Wasatch Gravity Pass, which grants unlimited access to the available lift-service trails at both Deer Valley and Solitude Mountain. Passes are $450 and include unlimited access to hiking, bike haul and scenic chairlift rides. A Military discount is available. 
The Scene
Deer Valley Resort offers the most comprehensive bike park of any Utah resort. They’ve been building features and trails to tickle any rider’s fancy for quite some time now. The bike park is geared more toward advanced and intermediate riders with its berms, flow trails, tabletops and wooden features. When you finish up your last lap, grab food and refreshments at the Deer Valley Cafe in the Snow Park Village.
In addition to mountain biking, guests of Deer Valley can partake in horseback riding, hiking, scenic chairlift rides, concerts, standup paddleboarding, kids' adventure camps, patio dining and more.
Silver Lake Express and Homestake Express (the Sterling chairlift will remain closed for summer 2025 due to construction)
Deer Valley E-Bike Policy
Deer Valley permits E-bikes rented at Deer Valley on their trails. Riders who rent E-bikes from Deer Valley may utilize the single-track and flow trails but must follow all directional rules and standard trail etiquette.
Rentals
Bike rentals can be reserved online, and making reservations in advance is highly recommended. Rental locations include the Deer Valley Summer Activities Center and the Silver Lake Rental Shop. Bikes and protective gear are available for both juniors and adults. Deer Valley offers downhill mountain bikes, enduro bikes, bikes for kids and E-bikes. It is only permissible to use E-bikes on Deer Valley's singletrack trails if you rent a bike directly from Deer Valley and obey all directional and courtesy rules.
- Private Bike Lessons
- Adult Bike Clinics
- Kid Half-day Clinics
- Kid's Gravity Camp
- Women's Ride Series
- Kids or Adult Beginner Packages
Easy - Green
Secrets of My Success to Ripple: Appropriate for adaptive bikes, this trail can be accessed from the top of Homestake and Silver Lake Express chairlifts. The fun really begins when the wide trail links into Ripple a trail built in 2023. This downhill, machine-groomed trail is flowy and very user-friendly with mild off-camber sections so new riders can build their confidence.
Intermediate - Blue
Regulator: This trail peels off the Secrets of My Success access trail and features a number of switchbacks and bermed turns.
Advanced - Black
Undertow: This steep, technical trail is popular on Deer Valley's lower mountain. Watch for roots, rocks and drops!
Parking
Ample parking is available at the lower Snow Park base area, where the chairlifts providing bike haul are located.
Brian Head Lift-Served Mountain Biking
Brian Head boasts a thrilling bike park and is a great high-elevation destination to add to your weekend biking bucket list. The scenery alone makes the trek to Brian Head worth it. The altitude provides a welcome respite from the summer heat that scorches much of Utah’s big population centers. Brian Head is constantly making improvements to its 100+ mile trail network, so it's a worthy destination for any biking enthusiast.
Brian Head hosts a ton of summer events, including BBQs, a summer music series, Oktoberfest and more - click here for info. Lifts operate Friday-Sunday beginning in mid-June. Brian Head also serves as an excellent gateway to explore the neighboring Cedar Breaks National Monument and a handful of Utah's National Parks. With plenty of affordable lodging options, Brian Head makes an excellent weekend destination. There are also a handful of awesome singletrack and shuttle trails beyond the resort's boundaries that make this spot a MUST DO for any mountain bikers.
Lift-serviced trails at Brian Head encompass beginner to advanced terrain, including gravity flow trails, technical singletrack, and access to 200+ miles of backcountry trails. The Brian Head Shuttle also offers daily transit to popular local trails like Dark Hollow, Bunker Creek, and Blowhard Mountain. The trails within Brian Head Resort are downhill only and riders may only access them during operational hours.
Additional activities at Brian Head include hiking, scenic lift rides, disc golf, zip lines, archery, rock climbing, trampolines and more.
Brian Head prices tickets purchased on current demand so you can save some cash by purchasing tickets or packages ahead of time!
Giant Steps Express features bike haulers on their chairlift to simultaneously carry four bikes without any danger of damaging your frame or bike components. NEW for Summer 2025, Brian Head will operate daily during its peak summer period of June 27-August 10, 2025, switching to weekends only (Fri-Sun) after August 10.
Brian Head E-Bike Policy
Because Brian Head operates within the Dixie National Forest, E-bikes are prohibited on non-motorized trails. Guests with E-bikes must clearly demonstrate to lift operators that their E-bikes power source is disconnected prior to loading chairlifts. E-bike usage is highly discouraged in Brian Head's mountain bike park as their weight makes unloading from the lift difficult and damage to expensive components is possible. Uphill travel on bicycles is not permitted at Brian Head Resort.
The town of Brian Head contains three full-service bike shops with rentals, maps, gear, and shuttles to local trailheads. For convenience, visit the Brian Head Resort bike shop near the ticketing windows of the Giant Steps Lodge. This shop offers basic all-mountain and performance bike rentals for adults and children, as well as rentals for protective gear and gloves. All bike rentals include a protective package of a helmet, knee and shin guards and elbow guards. Protective packages can also be purchased separately.
Parking
Park at the main base area adjacent to the Giant Steps Lodge.
Sundance Lift-Served Mountain Biking
Sundance encompasses over 25 miles of lift-served singletrack that can be accessed either by pedaling uphill or catching a ride on the lift. (Remember, always yield to riders climbing uphill.) These trails are best for intermediate and advanced riders with prior riding experience. Take a few laps and grab lunch at the Sundance Deli and savor the stunning views.
Riders of intermediate and above levels are welcome to come explore Sundance and enjoy the scenery and mountain air.
Sundance is a great destination for the whole family, as a plethora of activities are available, such as art classes, luxe spa treatments or fly fishing lessons. Lodging guests can also take a dip in The Springs, Sundance's new rest and relaxation pools. It doesn't stop there, in the summer months, Sundance also offers hiking, scenic lift rides, twilight concerts, plays for children, savory dining experiences, the Sundance Zip Tour, horseback riding and more. An ideal retreat for romantic couples, families or adventure seekers, there is no shortage of diversions available at Sundance in the summer months and it makes for an idyllic weekend escape.
Lift-Served Chairlifts
Outlaw Express high-speed lift (daily) from May 23 to October 5, 2025 from 10AM-5PM.
Single rides, half-day tickets, or all-day passes are available. Guests may also pedal uphill on nearly all of Sundance's bike trails—excluding the expert downhill trails—but an uphill pass must be purchased.
Sundance Resort E-Bike Policy
Sundance does permit pedal-assist bikes but throttle-activated E-bikes are not permitted. Sundance will not load bikes weighing over 50 pounds on the lift, but they may be ridden uphill from the base area.
Rentals
Sundance offers rentals of full suspension trail bikes for adults and children. Reservations are highly recommended for rentals to guarantee bike availability. Sundance rents out Ari Cascade Peak Pro 29"+ and Ari Delano Peak 29"+ bikes for adults and Rossignol Mandate Junior 24" bikes for children. For those looking for a more cruisy experience, Sundance also rents E-bikes for the surrounding paved trails that include Serial 1 MOSH/CTY E-bikes with pedal-assist motors or VVolt Alpha II E-bikes with throttle motors.
Lessons
When the Outlaw Express upgrade was completed in 2022, Sundance constructed a few new flow trails, like the Novice Flow Trail more suited to mountain bikers just getting the hang of things. The trails at Sundance are ideal for confident intermediate and advanced riders and cater to both cross country pedaling and downhill riders. Lower Lift Line is a cruisey blue square trail that offers fun flowy sections.
There are also a handful of downhill trails that will deliver thrills. Rock Drop is the trail used in Sundance’s downhill race and features steep sections weaving in and out of trees with a few rock gardens and sizable drops. Archie’s Loop is a perennial favorite for its swell mountain views. Fall riding should not be missed at Sundance; the sight of the changing leaves below Mount Timpanogos is glorious.
Parking
Park at the base area near the Lower Sundance Village.
Park City Mountain Lift-Served Mountain Biking
Park City Mountain is bustling in the summer months. In addition to mountain biking, you’ll find a huge alpine slide, golf, hiking, a mountain coaster, and more. Park City was the first town to earn IMBA’s (International Mountain Bicycling Association) Gold-Level Ride Center status. What this means is a plethora of trails—over 450 miles—for all ability levels and adaptive users alongside amazing biking amenities, dining, lodging, and entertainment opportunities. The mountain itself harbors a huge trail network that would take days to explore. Stay for a week or book a weekend, you won’t find boredom when enjoying Park City Mountain's daily operations.
Park City's trails are appropriate for intermediate-level riders and above.
Lift-Served Chairlifts
Crescent Express (Park City Village) and Red Pine Gondola (Canyons Village). Park City operates daily until early September, when it switches to Thurs-Sun. Crescent Lift runs from 10AM to 7PM while the Red Pine Gondola runs from 10AM to 6PM. Check Park City's website for fall operating hours.
Park City Mountain E-Bike Policy
E-bikes are not allowed at Park City Mountain due to a city-wide ordinance that prohibits E-bikes on single-track trails within Park City limits. Those with E-bikes cannot load the Park City chairlifts.
Rentals
Mountain bike rentals are offered at a number of convenient locations around Park City. Click here for rental info. Legacy Sports at the Park City base area offers the most convenience. Reserve your rental online to save up to 20% on bike rentals. Full-day and half-day rentals are available. Options range from downhill bikes to enduro models, to trail, and kid's mountain bikes. Path bikes and E-bikes are also for rent for use on paved trails within the city. A helmet is included with the rental of any bike and there will be an option to add protective gear such as knee and elbow pads or body armor.
Adventurous riders should consider grinding up the Mid-Mountain Trail to Pinecone (also a hearty climb) as a way to access the famed Wasatch Crest Trail. This jewel of Wasatch biking is best ridden with the assistance of a shuttle.
Parking
You can park at either the Canyons Village or the Park City Mountain Village, depending on which trails you’d like to access. The majority of family-friendly activities are located at the Park City Mountain Village. Park City also offers a robust, FREE public transit system, and it's fairly easy to get around town with your bike in tow.
Solitude Mountain Lift-Served Mountain Biking
In the summer months, Solitude Mountain Resort offers more than 25+ miles of singletrack for your enjoyment. You can pedal uphill at Solitude any day of the week to enjoy cross country mountain biking or take advantage of their expanded hours for the bike park and lift haul. Solitude has been working hard to tackle a number of upgrades for mountain bikers and continues its mission to build more awesome downhill flow trails.
Sunrise, Moonbeam and Link
Solitude will run lifts daily from June 26 through September 1 from 10AM to 6PM. However, this season, Solitude will expand its Twilight Nights lift hours to now include Tuesday and Thursday evenings, when the chairlifts and Bike Park will remain open until 8PM. Solitude will shift to weekend-only operations after September 1.
Solitude E-Bike Policy
The use of e-bikes is currently not permitted at Solitude.
Rentals
Downhill and enduro bike rentals and bicycle repairs are offered on the 2nd floor of the Ski & Ride Building at the Moonbeam base area. Full-day rentals include a helmet, arm pads, knee pads and gloves and on Twilight Hours are included on Tuesdays or Thursdays. You can also save a little coin by trying out a rental for Twilight Nights after 4PM. If you'd like to swap out your gear and try a different model, that's an option, though some price adjustments may apply. It is recommended to book your rentals in advance on Solitude's website; discounts are offered for Ikon passholders.
Lessons
Solitude's expert mountain biking coaches can help get you dialed on the trails whether you are a beginner or expert. take your riding to the next level. Classes and clinics are available for participants age nine and up and can deliver coaching on basic fundamentals, advanced techniques and everything in between. Book a private lesson, onboard with an Intro to Downhill Class, or ladies can join up on the Women on Wednesdays multi-week program. Visit Solitude's website for class info and booking options.
The Trails
Give kiddos their first taste of dirt on the sculpted Raptor Loop east of the Moonbeam Lodge. This tiny trail features a loop where you can practice on Down & Out before venturing up to more terrain along Raptor Loop. Beginners looking for a longer trail can try Raptor Road, a double track that can be pedaled uphill in a moderately challenging climb or accessed via the Sunrise chairlift. The Mother Lode trail is a winding green-rated Freeride trail that takes riders from the top of Moonbeam down two miles to return to the base area. This is a great place to start if you are new to the bike park.
Parking
Snowbasin Lift-Served Mountain Biking
Snowbasin Resort is the perfect place to fritter away a summer afternoon or evening. On weekends, Snowbasin offers gondola rides to access novice to moderate downhill trails. While the trails are open to the public to pedal uphill seven days a week, lift access via the gondola is only available on Saturdays and Sundays during the summer biking season.
There are over 26 miles of mountain bike trails at Snowbasin that connect to over 50 miles of singletrack fun in the neighboring Forest Service. Snowbasin's trails wind through glades of aspens and pines while incorporating the phenomenal terrain the resort is known for. All levels of riding are offered at Snowbasin from the Needles Gondola which also offers hiking and scenic gondola rides.
Snowbasin offers a ton of diversions in the summer months, including scenic lift rides, summit dining, hiking, wildlife viewing, concerts, music festivals, mini golf and an annual Oktoberfest. The very popular Blues and Brews offers a concert each Saturday and Sunday that is great for kids or dogs. It's awesome to head to Snowbasin early, make a few laps and stick around for the fun on the resort's big lawn.
Lift-Served Chairlifts
The Needles Gondola operates on Saturdays and Sundays, 9AM to 4PM from June 21 through October 12, 2025. Bikers are welcome to pedal uphill and use Snowbasin's trails during the weekdays.
The use of electric bikes is only permitted within the Snowbasin Resort's boundaries. Due to the weight of E-bikes, guests must be able to load them onto the Needles Gondola themselves without Snowbasin staff assistance. The US Forest Service has designated e-bikes as motorized vehicles and only permits them on the following local trails: Sardine Peak, Wheeler Canyon, East Fork, and Middle Fork.
Rentals
Snowbasin does not offer equipment rentals for summer biking.
Parking
Ample parking in the base area in Earl's Lots is available.
Powder Mountain Lift-Served Mountain Biking
THE BIKE PARK WILL NOT BE OPEN FOR SUMMER 2025 DUE TO ONGOING LIFT CONSTRUCTION!The Scene
Powder Mountain began offering lift-assisted mountain biking for the first time in the summer of 2022 and has built out an impressive master plan for the future of 2-wheeled fun. The bike park contains 10 miles of downhill flow trails with plans to construct many more miles of dirty fun in the coming years. Powder Mountain also boasts over 30 miles of open access cross country trails in the surrounding area for biking, hiking and trail running.
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