New Ski resorts or Ski pods planned for the future.

[deadheadskier]

Also the most likely given boyne record of real estate driven expansion and the seemingly endless market in lincoln. South peak is currently using "westward trail expansion' in their marketing material. Also of note are the two trails sketched in between south and loon proper.

I wonder why the low connector hasn't been built yet? I had no idea about that. Just assumed the topography wasn't there for it. Seems to especially make sense to have in order to get from the Kanc to South.

 

[snoseek]

Yeah remote is all relative. Especially looking at it from an eastern perspective. I have to agree that I-80 west of SLC to this new area is pretty damn desolate compared to driving from SLC to Jackson or even Big Sky. The routes from SLC to Jackson have towns with services at relatively close distances.

A little more than half the drive from SLC to Big Sky is on I-15 through significant population centers. After leaving Rexburg, you still have 3 or 4 towns before West Yellowstone. The most remote aspect is the last 45 minutes (40ish miles) from West Yellowstone to Big Sky. Compare that to the probably close to 75-100 miles of nothing from Tooele to Wendover, and then even more from Wendover to the Ruby Mountains (save Elko and Battle Mountain).

So IMHO, as it currently stands, the drive to this new area involves more travel through more remote and desolate areas with little or no services at all.

But its wicked easy driving that goes fast. A quick stop in Wendover or Wells for gas/snacks/beer/weed and you're riht back on the highway crushing miles.

 

[thetrailboss]

But its wicked easy driving that goes fast. A quick stop in Wendover or Wells for gas/snacks/beer/weed and you're riht back on the highway crushing miles.

It is an easy drive for sure. 80 mph in this area IIRC.

 

[machski]

Also - Elko Regional Airport (Elv 5140ft) has a 7454ft x 150ft runway that can handle some 737 sized aircraft. That would allow for direct flights from major metro areas if the there was demand.

Yes, but there is currently nothing there facility-wise up to handling routine traffic that size. A lot of $$$ would have to be poured in, that won't happen fast unless the developer is absolutely loaded.

 

[Former Sunday Rivah Rat]

One sure way to get visitors it to put it on the Epic or Ikon pass. That might entice developers to step in.

 

[4aprice]

It's Nevada. Put in a Casino. Draw all those Salt Lakers (including the LDS) to a closer "Sin City" then Vegas. Turns and Gambling,, perfect together.

Just kidding.

 

[snoseek]

It's Nevada. Put in a Casino. Draw all those Salt Lakers (including the LDS) to a closer "Sin City" then Vegas. Turns and Gambling,, perfect together.

Just kidding.

Plus hookers and weed.

 

[machski]

I wonder why the low connector hasn't been built yet? I had no idea about that. Just assumed the topography wasn't there for it. Seems to especially make sense to have in order to get from the Kanc to South.

There is a major drainage (almost a ravine) between West Pod and South Peak. Likely will need a skier bridge to traverse it.

 

[ss20]

It's Nevada. Put in a Casino. Draw all those Salt Lakers (including the LDS) to a closer "Sin City" then Vegas. Turns and Gambling,, perfect together.

Just kidding.

A lot of people are surprised by this... $30-$40 round trip flights SLC-LAS!!

 

[deadheadskier]

There is a major drainage (almost a ravine) between West Pod and South Peak. Likely will need a skier bridge to traverse it.

So similar situation as Attitash? The Kanc to South route would really spread out the crowds better. Having to ski down to the Gondola or North Peak and to the transfer lift is kind of a pain.

 

[chuckstah]

A lot of people are surprised by this... $30-$40 round trip flights SLC-LAS!!

I used to take the 6 am LAS to SLC flight back when day of arrival skiing was free. $29-39. Even with the hour time difference we could be skiing by 10 or so. We always went to Deer Valley on day of the flight.

 

[machski]

So similar situation as Attitash? The Kanc to South route would really spread out the crowds better. Having to ski down to the Gondola or North Peak and to the transfer lift is kind of a pain.

Yes, and the way South was drawn up, the terrain below Tote Road is not on the operating permits with the NFS as well I believe. So they have to cross that proverbial bridge first before bridging the gap. Ha!!