You'll find that the Salt Lake City area is full of great ski resorts, so it's no wonder that the area was host to the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. It's the perfect place to spend some time on the slopes. It offers a unique snow composition along with lots of sunny days, the perfect combo.

One large resort is Snowbird, which offers excellent classes for families and beginners. You can also enjoy the shops and the great lodging. Although it's rather more expensive than other resorts, the amenities and all-inclusive feel makes it well worth the price.

Brian Head Resort is rare among the ski resorts in Utah, in that it offers a mountain set aside completely for children and beginners. This is Navajo Mountain, and it's located right next to the resort's learning center. Because of how it's set up, it helps put parents' minds at ease and also makes it easier for beginners who haven't quite gotten the hang of their skis yet.

Of the resorts in Utah, Park City Mountain Resort is one of the more famous ones. It covers a broad range of experience, offering help and instruction for skiers of all skill levels. Park City Mountain Resort's many levels of children's programs shows a real desire to provide a safe, fun family environment.

If you're a beginner on a budget, try Wolf Mountain. This resort is located on the edge of the town of Eden, and it offers a very inexpensive skiing experience. The resort is known for an excellent teaching terrain, and it offers some good family packages.

Another resort dedicated just for beginner skiers can be found at Bald Eagle Mountain at Deer Valley Resort. It boasts of an area called Wide West. There are classes available for all ages at the ski school.

When it comes to ski resorts in Utah, there are more than you can shake a stick at. You have tons of choices for an instructive and fabulous skiing experience, whether or not you're a beginner traveling with friends and family!