This is the second article in a two-part series discussing what makes great powder and the reasons why it is found in the Cottonwood Canyons near Salt Lake City, Utah. Part 1 sets the stage and presents the facts for why Utah has some of the best powder skiing in the world. Part 2 is for the weather enthusiasts and explains why the Cottonwood Canyons are the ideal setup for consistently excellent snow conditions year after year.
Big Cottonwood Canyon (Brighton and Solitude) and Little Cottonwood Canyon (Alta and Snowbird) resorts are world-renowned ski destinations, and Utah is said to have the “Greatest Snow on Earth”.
At first, this may seem odd and, frankly, a bold statement for a state probably better known for desert towers and slot canyons. …