Join for a three-day winter adventure combining two full days of skiing at Brian Head Ski Resort and a bucket-list hike to Angels Landing in Zion National Park. This trip is beginner-friendly for skiing, community-oriented, and perfect for anyone looking to escape Las Vegas for a long weekend of snow and red-rock views.Three day itinerary
Day 1 – Tue, Feb 11: Las Vegas → Brian Head → Cedar City
Leave Las Vegas at 6:00 AM (carpools from Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino – East Garage, 2nd Floor).
Ski all day at Brian Head Ski Resort (all levels welcome; beginner-friendly runs and lessons available).
Evening: drive to Cedar City (about 35 minutes from Brian Head) and stay overnight there.
Day 2 – Wed, Feb 12: Brian Head → Zion National Park
Morning/afternoon: second full day of skiing at Brian Head Ski Resort.
Evening: drive from Brian Head/Cedar City to Zion National Park area and check into lodging near the park for the night.
Day 3 – Thu, Feb 13: Angels Landing → Las Vegas
Morning: hike Angels Landing in Zion National Park. There are 5 summit permits available on a first-come, first-served basis; others will hike to Scout Lookout if they do not have permits.
Late afternoon/evening: drive back to Las Vegas (about 3 hours; remember Utah is 1 hour ahead).
RSVP and forms
Ski + trip RSVP (Brian Head & travel planning): complete the main trip form to secure a spot and help organize carpools and lodging. 👉 Complete this form to secure your spot: RSVP Here
https://forms.gle/CtRh9H2aS9WLKBHR6
Angels Landing permit group: complete the Angels Landing registration form if interested in the hike; everyone is initially placed on the waiting list and confirmed based on commitment and payment. 📝 To join, you must complete the registration form:
👉 Click here to register https://forms.gle/msyfR3F233vgZaaq8
📲 Questions? Text Mo at 702-703-6649 (text preferred)
Travel, lodging, and carpool
Approximate drive time: ~3.5 hours each way between Las Vegas and Brian Head; ~3 hours between Las Vegas and Zion National Park.
Primary carpool meet-up for the trip: Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino – East Garage, 2nd Floor; a separate carpool meet for the Angels Landing group may use Cannery Casino Parking Garage, 3rd Floor (far end). Arrive early; late arrivals may be left behind.
Lodging:
Night 1 in Cedar City (35 minutes from Brian Head).
Night 2 near Zion National Park.
Contact the host for recommended options; participants may also arrange their own lodging if preferred.
Cost sharing: expect to share fuel and lodging costs if you join a carpool or group accommodations.
Ski permits, gear, and lessons
A ski lift permit is required for both ski days; for best pricing, purchase in advance on Brian Head’s official site and add rentals when buying the pass if you need gear.
Ski gear checklist: ski/snow pants, thermals, puffer jacket, windbreaker, ski helmet, ski goggles/glasses, winter socks, warm gloves, and suitable footwear to walk to rentals.
Recommended extras: sunscreen, hand and foot warmers, at least 2 liters of water, snacks/breakfast for the drive, and a camera or phone for photos.
All levels welcome for skiing; beginners are encouraged to consider lessons offered by the resort.
Angels Landing hike details and requirements
Hike: Angels Landing, Zion National Park – approximately 4.5 miles round trip with about 1,827 feet of elevation gain; expect around 5 hours including breaks.
Difficulty: moderate to strenuous with exposed sections and significant heights; this hike is not suitable for beginners, people afraid of heights, or unsupervised kids.
Not allowed / not recommended: no dogs, no casual guests, and no unsupervised children; only confirmed participants may join.
What to bring for Angels Landing
National Park Pass (if you have one) and cash for gas and post-hike dinner (around 30 dollars for your driver and 25 dollars for food).
Food and water: breakfast/snack for the road, lunch for the trail, and at least 2 liters of water.
Gear: sturdy hiking shoes with good grip and ankle support, socks, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking poles, microspikes (recommended in winter conditions), and an optional change of clothes for dinner.
🧳 What to Bring to Ski Trip:
✔️ Fuel & lodging cost share if carpooling/accommodating together
✔️ Breakfast snack for the drive
✔️ Ski/snow pants + thermals
✔️ Puffer jacket + windbreaker
✔️ Ski helmet & ski glasses
✔️ Sunscreen / sunblock
✔️ Winter socks + hiking shoes (needed to walk to rentals)
✔️ Hand & feet warmers
✔️ Water (at least 2 liters recommended)
✔️ Camera for capturing the adventure
✔️ Ski Lift Permit
⚠️ Important Notes:
This is a strenuous outdoor activity. Know your limits and come prepared.
By attending, you accept personal responsibility for your safety.
Organizers are not tour guides—we’re here to facilitate, not guide professionally.
🚫 No dogs allowed.
👨👩👧 Kids must be supervised at all times.
🚷 Guests are not permitted for safety reasons.
📞 Questions?
Text: 702-703-6649
Safety and disclaimers
This is a strenuous outdoor trip that includes winter conditions and exposure at heights; know your limits and come prepared.
Organizers are not certified guides; by joining, participants accept personal responsibility for their own safety and agree to hike as if solo, releasing the group and organizers from liability.
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