Higher Ground: The Last Independent Ski Resorts in Utah. Episode 3 - Sundance Mountain Resort

Sundance Mountain Resort is undeniably famous and unfathomably picturesque, but underneath all that lustre is some of the absolute best skiing I've ever found.
Skiing is one of the most basic human traditions; slide down a snowy hill with some friends and enjoy time outside in the winter. So how did we stray so far from our roots, with massive conglomerate resorts that cost an arm and a leg to enjoy, and consume hours of our lives waiting in line? Join Nate Luebbe as he explores the last few remaining independent ski resorts in Utah to discover what skiing used to be, and still is, if you know where to look.
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Huge thanks to our sponsor Mountain Time Lager for helping us make this happen!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Is the Sundance Mountain Resort in your bucket list yet?

[@Nateinthewild]

Definitely my favorite spot we've been to so far!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

You did a great job!

[@JosiahRoe]

That footage at the summit! Gorgeous!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Right? Almost looked like sunset!

[@samlewis6314]

My childhood gem, thanks for taking us on a good ride old friend.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

I'm glad to read that! Hope you can get there again soon :)

[@935662]

Sundance is where I learned to ski and it's where i'm teaching my daughter how to ski. Love the vibes, albeit it has changed a bit since the sale.

[@austyfrosty94]

These production qualities are insanely good. There's something cool about finding channels like this before they inevitably blow up

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Thanks Austin, appreciate the kind words

[@blameitonben]

Had a 23 inch powder day on Feb 22inch. Amazing terrain. Did a bluebird groomer day a few days later with my kid and her cousins, great playful groomers with a bit of everything.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

that's wonderful! we can't wait to go back

[@spencer_gardner]

Sundance is simply magic compared to other larger resorts. Just enough of everything, year after year. Great overview.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

yeah, Sundance is a gem!

[@powrunnr]

My home resort and so masterfully captured! Well done!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Thanks for your kind words, Scott. Nate is just brilliant.

[@thomasdgardner]

East coast snowboarder here, went to Sundance, our first trip out west, this year. We loved it. Much bigger mountain than what we are used too but not overwhelming. Art classes, spa, and snowshoeing at nordic center kept the non skiers/snowboarders occupied. And the food was great. Can't wait to go back.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

we're so glad you liked it! it's one of our favorites

[@mitchdavis2902]

Lots of bigger resorts, but if you are a lover of winter, snow, mountains, and scenic views, Sundance is possibly the most beautiful place on earth.

[@Sunvalleycode]

The production value is crazy! Cant wait to visit Sundance this winter ⛷️

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

we can't wait either!

[@user-tv7zd8iq7m]

This is my local resort I grew up skiing, still ski (and work!) there today. Place feeds my soul and I definitely found out who I was there.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

This makes us damn happy

[@daniels.jarrett516]

Great work on this piece - so warm and so many reminders of why we absolutely love Sundance.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Thank you, Daniel! so glad to read that :)

[@seisenbach]

Such a fun resort to ski at!!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

gorgeous work capturing a gorgeous place

[@itseasy603]

Couldent have had a better few days there!! Already ready to go back.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Let us know when you go!

[@autpops]

Dang, that is the most beautiful resort 😍

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

we love it!

[@robertborchert932]

Beautiful. It's ironic, this resort is just east of me, I am in Lehi. I cannot access Sundance from the Timpanogos highway, it's closed in the winter, access is from the south.
Boy, I'm here to tell ya, I'll be there next season. I'm an old fire captain. Years ago, I saw what happened to Vail and Aspen in Colorado, miss the days when the family could ski together.

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

that makes us happy to hear!

[@DavidKatz]

Nice work guys ! Love this series. Also I enjoy this channel title !

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Thanks! we're all about those deeper and more immersive travel experiences

[@simonearora2300]

those views .. I can't get over them!

[@dirtdigger9000]

Right in my backyard! Everyone that goes here says it is very fun, not a lot of complaints. I'd love to go here vs the cotton/crowded woods. Thank You!

[@TheJournalofLostTime]

Let's do it Steven!

[@mikegerardtube]

You didn't keep the clip of you falling in front of flathead... That was wild

[@Nateinthewild]

Oh yes I did ;) Watch to the end!

[@davidbeazer9799]

Come visit us at Beaver Mountain this year! Really enjoying these videos!

[@evhbombastic]

What about Alta, Powder Mountain and Beaver Mountain ski areas? They definitely deserve their own videos as well. Great Job! BTW.

[@jimharper3928]

Love this place and this video. What skis were you and Steven using that day?

[@alberthbyang]

dang need to ski there one day!

[@evhbombastic]

What, not even a mention of Sundance founder Robert Redford? For shame! I highly recommend his non-fiction historical book "The Outlaw Trail: A Journey Through Time". The actual Sundance Kid had quite a reputation amongst the Mormon settlers. His real life was even more interesting than Redford's Hollywood portrayal.

[@jilaligrini7505]

Love Maroc Ifrane Suites pour orchestre Jack DANIES Snouci 💐

[@sirihenderson67]

What are the names of the runs??

[@Frostbite_Unturned]

Please do Brian Head!

[@GregorPQ]

Who did you pay to get that light?

[@skiyalater626]

The arrival of the MIDA development will change thw face of this place forever. Sad