Future Changes

Sunrise Gondola Project

Proposed

SUNRISE GONDOLA PROJECT

Park City Winter 2023-24 Trail Map
Proposed alignment for a

6,500 FOOT, 10-PASSENGER GONDOLA

Park City Mountain is pleased to be working with CVMA to explore the replacement of the Sunrise chairlift with a 10-person gondola to improve circulation and access from Canyons Village to the Red Pine area. This project is in the early stages of planning and is subject to approvals, including permitting by Summit County.

PROPOSED PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

  • 6,500 foot, 10-passenger gondola
  • Base terminal located next to Pendry Park City and The Lift
  • Final destination located in the Red Pine area
  • Improved overall flow and circulation in the Canyons Village base area, resulting in reduced wait times  

UPGRADED EXPERIENCE
This project marks a significant improvement to the guest experience. We are excited to get guests on snow faster out of the Canyons Village base area. Subject to approvals:

  • We anticipate a significant reduction in wait times in the Canyons Village base area. 
  • Sunrise Gondola will terminate at the Red Pine area, providing a third lift option to complement Red Pine Gondola and Orange Bubble Express for upper mountain access.
  • Sunrise Gondola will provide greater access for lodging guests and day skiers and snowboarders, improving the mountain access experience for everyone.

High winds can cause frequent impacts on the Canyons Village base area. The new alignment of Sunrise Gondola will be less susceptible to wind, significantly reducing weather-related holds and closures in the Canyons Village base area. Sunrise Gondola will have:

  • An alignment that is sheltered from the north
  • A profile that follows terrain contour rather than crossing wide spans at height
  • Greater cabin weight that provides stability

WHAT TO EXPECT
Sunrise chairlift will operate in winter season until Sunrise Gondola installation is complete, subject to approvals. Construction will be compliant with Summit County and CVMA building codes and regulations.

 

Phase One

  • Planning and permitting

Phase Two

  • Utility relocations and infrastructure improvements
  • Construction work and temporary fencing near the bottom terminal
  • Establishment of lift corridor on mountain

Phase Three

  • Removal of existing Sunrise chairlift
  • Installation of terminals, towers, rope and cabins
  • Construction of bottom terminal plaza
COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
Park City Mountain is committed to continuous community engagement. We welcome your thoughts and comments at feedback@vailresorts.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’re exploring opportunities to improve flow and circulation in Canyons Village by providing a third option to complement Red Pine Gondola and Orange Bubble Express for access to the Red Pine area. The project is subject to approvals, including permitting by Summit County, and would replace the existing Sunrise chairlift with a 10-passenger gondola that connects to our year-round mid-mountain hub.
Replacing the Sunrise chairlift with a gondola would help improve the guest experience and reduce wait times out of the Canyons Village base area.

We anticipate that the new alignment of Sunrise Gondola would be less susceptible to wind, significantly reducing weather-related holds and closures in the Canyons Village base area. The Sunrise Gondola would have:

  • An alignment that is sheltered from the north
  • A profile that follows terrain contour rather than crossing wide spans at height
  • Stability from heavier cabin weight
 
This multi-year project is in the early stages of planning and subject to approvals, including permitting by Summit County. Park City Mountain is meeting with local government staff, community leaders, and residents to ensure the project’s application complies with applicable requirements and improves the guest experience for all guests, including locals.
Park City Sunrise Gondola Rendering
The proposed alignment is sheltered from the north and follows terrain contour to minimize wind impact.
Park City Sunrise Gondola Rendering
Proposed arrival point provides access and options to ski or ride from a choice of 6 lifts and terrain for all ability levels.
SUNRISE GONDOLA WOULD TERMINATE AT THE RED PINE AREA, OUR YEAR-ROUND MID-MOUNTAIN HUB, PROVIDING A THIRD LIFT OPTION TO COMPLEMENT RED PINE GONDOLA AND ORANGE BUBBLE EXPRESS FOR UPPER MOUNTAIN ACCESS.
This multi-year project is subject to approvals, including permitting by Summit County.

Park City Sunrise Gondola Process Overview

NOTE: Anticipated timeline and process as of August 3, 2023, subject to change