Sunrise Gondola Project
SUNRISE GONDOLA PROJECT
6,500 FOOT, 10-PASSENGER GONDOLA
Park City Mountain is pleased to be working with CVMA on a plan to replace the Sunrise chairlift with a 10-person gondola to improve circulation and access from Canyons Village to the Red Pine area.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- 6,500 foot, 10-passenger gondola
- Base terminal located next to Pendry Park City and Lift Park City Condominiums
- 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.
- 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 more closely 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. Construction will be compliant with Summit County and CVMA building codes and regulations.
Phase One - COMPLETE
- Planning and permitting
Phase Two - COMPLETE
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
We anticipate that 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. The Sunrise Gondola will have:
- An alignment that is sheltered from the north
- A profile that follows terrain contour more closely rather than crossing wide spans at height
- Stability from heavier cabin weight
NOTE: Anticipated timeline and process as of April 18, 2024, subject to change