Field Guide 2024

Welcome.

We believe in the natural world and this land. There is no greater balm for our humanity nor any equal for the beauty nature displays and inspires. Sundance provides abundant proof.

We believe in the creative spirit. This is humanity’s greatest attribute and our way forward. It needs to be nurtured and inspired— Sundance affords both the physical and mental space for this work.

We believe in coming together. Community gives us something greater than ourselves— connection, power, joy. Sundance gathers people for recreation and art, united by nature and its call.

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featured Artists and Illustrators: Conrad Nebeker / Christian Degn Petersen / Iris gottleib

The Land

Sundance Mountain Resort is located at the base of 12,000-foot Mount Timpanogos, in Provo Canyon, Utah. The 2,600 acre resort includes 1,862 acres of land preserved through a conservation easement and restrictive covenants, including the 316 acre Redford Family Elk Meadows Preserve.

Nature benefits our heart and mind, our body and spirit. At Sundance Mountain Resort, well-being and creativity are tied to the land.

Every experience here is rooted in sustaining the whole person.

Here is physical and mental open space—— to explore, discover, relax, create, and find [or lose] yourself. Somewhere awaits an experience which belongs to you and we are committed to helping you find it.

The North Fork creek flows throughout the resort to the North Fork of the Provo River. Stewart Falls is nestled within the protected wilderness. Snowmelt and precipitation sustain the land. Water is life.

We acknowledge that this land is the ancestral home of the Noohchew Ute People and the other tribes of Utah, the Shoshone, Paiute, Goshute and Navajo. We recognize and respect the enduring relationship that exists between many Indigenous peoples and their traditional homelands.

We appreciate their stewardship and aspire to preserve and conserve the land we now know as Sundance Mountain Resort.

All nature is doing her best each moment to make us well— she exists for no other end. Do not resist her.

Henry David Thoreau

The Sundance story

300 Million Years Ago

The Mountain and Canyon

Sundance Mountain Resort is located within the Wasatch Mountain Range, seated in a valley between Mount Timpanogos to the west and the North Fork Ridge in the north east.

Mount Timpanogos—the second highest peak of the Wasatch Range—rises to an elevation of 11,752 feet (3,582 meters) above sea level.

“Timp” is comprised of rocks formed 300 million years ago when most of central North America was submerged under a shallow sea.

Provo Canyon runs between Mount Timpanogos on the north and Mount Cascade on the south. Through forces of erosion, the Provo River has carved out the canyon over time.

Up to the 1900s

The Ute People

The Noohchew Ute People called the mountains throughout Utah and Colorado home. Their lands were rich with fish and game. The Toompahnahwach (Mouth of the Headwaters) Ute Band resided in the Wasatch Mountains.

The Utes had great fisheries in what is called Utah Lake today. Most Noohchew spent the summer on the mountain tops and the winter in the lower lands.

Provo Canyon, Provo River, and Mount Timpanogos would have been both beautiful and fruitful homes.

1899–1969

The STEWART FAMILY

The Stewarts, a family of Scottish immigrants, homesteaded about 2,200 acres at the turn of the 20th century. In 1944, the second generation of Stewarts developed the mountain into a small ski resort called Timp Haven.

1969–2020

The REDFORD FAMILY

In 1969, Robert Redford began to acquire the land now known as Sundance Mountain Resort and envisioned the careful growth of a community that balanced art, nature, and recreation. Redford wanted “to develop a little and preserve a great deal.” Sundance Mountain Resort is rooted in environmental conservation and artistic experimentation.

Today Sundance Mountain Resort

As our story continues, we evolve with a renewed appreciation of the land. The resort honors our ongoing commitment to unspoiled and authentic experiences where art, nature, and community unite to inspire people, voices, and ideas.

Alpine skiing and snowboarding

Full Moon Lift Ride

Mountain Biking

Perfume Making / Art Studio

Author Series

Birding

Pepper Steak @ the Tree Room

BearClaw Cabin nachos

ZipTour

brussels sprouts @ the Foundry Grill

the deli for a Picnic Lunch

Provo River Scenic Bike Tour

shopping @ the general store

Facial or Body Treatment / Spa

Painting & Printmaking / Art Studio

Fauna

Snowshoeing

Relaxation Pools & sauna @ The Springs

Flora

voices of nature SERIES

Soundbath / Spa

Geology

Glassblowing demonstration

Hike to Stewart Falls

Horseback Riding

TO DO / DONE geology AT sundance

Jewelry Making / Art Studio

Journaling / write my story

Fly Fishing

Journal Making / Art Studio

Full moon ski and snowshoe

Sounds of Summer music series

Massage / Spa

BlueBird Cafe Concert Series

Meditation

Soapmaking / art studio

Night owling

the Owl Bar for drinks and live music

Pottery making / art studio

Get engaged / Get Married

Read anywhere

Scenic Lift Ride

Hike Pahneekavets Trail

Star Gazing

Watch Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid

Yoga

Cross country skiing

Hike the Black Forest TraiL

Manicure & Pedicure / Spa

Summer Theatre

Halloween Lift Ride

cross section

Dominating the skyline to the west, Mount Timpanogos presents a magnificent example of a glacier-sculpted bowl formation. The Cirque showcases grey-to-tan sandstone layers interbedded with black-to-grey limestone layers.

In addition to the omnipresent cobble along the river, geologic specimens and formations abound throughout Provo Canyon, including black and brown shale you’ll see throughout the resort.

Sandstone

Shale

Limestone cross section

Limestone

Shale

Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Winter Activities

Alpine skiing & snowboarding

Escape to the mountains for a day of fresh powder, clean air, and stunning views. Sundance Mountain Resort offers three options for riding—season pass, the S-card, or daily lift tickets.

Ski & snowboard school

Learn how to ski or snowboard during your winter vacation with our acclaimed PSIA/ AASI Ski and Snowboard School.

night skiing & snowboarding

The majority of the front mountain is open for night skiing during the winter season on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings.

Sundance ZipTour year-round

Experience the third longest zipline in the United States with three spans, traveling 1.8 miles, and boasting the most vertical drop of any zipline in the United States— over 2,100 feet!

NORDIC CENTER

The Sundance Nordic Center offers 15 kilometers of groomed cross country ski trails for both classic and skating techniques. Snowshoers can explore 10 kilometers of dedicated trails winding through the woods providing excellent views of Mount Timpanogos and Stewart Falls. Our certified professionals, who understand the blend of fun and skill improvement, coach classic cross country and skating techniques for beginners through competitive levels.

full moon nordic ski & snowshoe

The Sundance Nordic Center trails are open for cross country skiing and showshoeing on full moon nights during the winter season.

Fly Fishing year-round

Five minutes from Sundance Mountain Resort you’ll find one of the premier Blue Ribbon trout fisheries in the world: the Provo River.

Night OwlinG

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of “Night Owling.” Through live owl encounters and expert-led wildlife discussions, Night Owling brings the magic of the night to life. Learn more about winter activities.

FLORA AT sundance

The Rocky Mountain Montane Forest is characterized by coniferous trees such as pines, firs, and spruce, and deciduous trees such as aspen, oak, and maple. This forest occupies an elevation range of approximately 5,500–10,000 ft.

The most important environmental factor that controls or that impacts plant community composition in the Rocky Mountains is elevation—— predicts that certain plant communities remain somewhat constant over long distances.

Quaking Aspen

Cottonwood

Milfoil Yarrow

Mountain Bluebell Indian Paintbrush

White Fir

Gamble Oak

Rocky Mountain Maple

Family friendly winter weekend

An authentic Utah ski experience with kids—— a mix of adventure, good food, and unique family experiences to bring home memories from snow country.

To do:

• Start early on Outlaw Express, to Red’s lift, all the way up to Bearclaw for first tracks down Bishop's Bowl

• Explore Wildwood for beginner and intermediate terrain, or the back mountain for advanced and expert ridges and gullies

• Try night skiing on the front mountain!

To eat:

• Buttermilk Pancakes at The Foundry Grill

• Nachos at Bearclaw Cabin, plus 360° views

• Après ski at the Owl Bar [sans kids]—–drinks, food, and spectacular views

• Burger and Loaded Tots at The Lookout

Next time:

• Summer visit for hiking, ziplining, and Summer Theatre

Something special:

• Full moon snowshoe adventure at the Nordic Center——totally different experience exploring the wooded trails at night

• Art Studio classes—— make jewelry, pottery, perfume, soap, or a journal

• The Springs for rest and relaxation—–outdoor hot tubs and sauna surrounded by a snowy landscape

bearclaw cabin

Bike Rentals

If you don’t have a bike or you are interested in trying the latest in mountain bike technology, including e-bikes, Sundance Mountain Outfitters has one for you.

Mountain Biking

Sundance offers offer over 25 miles of liftserviced, single-track mountain biking with exciting terrain and breathtaking vistas.

Mountain Bike Clinics

Improve your technical skills by taking a clinic with our fun, friendly and highly-skilled staff.

Provo River Scenic Bike Tour

Casual bike ride along the river with views of Bridal Veil Falls.

Fly Fishing year-round

Five minutes from Sundance Mountain Resort you’ll find one of the premier Blue Ribbon trout fisheries in the world: the Provo River.

Hiking

Sundance offers over 20 miles of alpine trails for the beginner to the expert hiker. Thousands of hiking miles beckon beyond Sundance.

Horseback Riding

Enjoy scenic guided rides through aspen groves, alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls, and beautiful pine trees.

Mountaintop Yoga

Embrace the spectacular summit views and breathe fresh mountain air as you participate in an invigorating yoga practice.

Scenic Lift Rides

Experience panoramic views of the mountain as you glide to the top of Mandan Summit on a scenic lift ride. Full Moon lift rides are offered throughout the summer, and Halloween lift rides in October.

SUNDANCE ZipTour year-round

Experience the third longest zipline in the United States with three spans, traveling 1.8 miles, and boasting the most vertical drop of any zipline in the United States— over 2,100 feet!

Learn more about summer activities.

View of Mount Timpanogos Cirque

Hiking

Select Hikes at Sundance

Stewart Falls

Beg–Int / 1.4 miles each way (both trails) / Out and back / 2 hours round trip

Recommended start for Mandan lodging guests: Sundance Nature Trailhead, located near Mandan Unit 21.

Recommended start for lodging guests: At the small walking bridge to the right of Stewart Road, across from the “return to Sundance” sign. This trail head is approximately 0.1 miles from the Pines lodging parking lot on Stewart Road.

Select Hikes at Sundance

Pahneekavets TRAIL

Accessible from the Outlaw Express midway station. Follow signs to the trailhead.

Beg–Int / 2.5–3 miles / 1.5–2 hours

Self-guided trail guide available at sundancenaturealliance.org

Archie’s Loop

Complimentary Guided Hike:

9:00 each morning (Meet at front desk at 8:50)

Reservations required by 5:00 the evening prior

Beg–Int / 2.5–3 miles / 1.5–2 hours

Check for up to date trails and conditions.

Additional Nearby Hiking Trails

Timpanogos Lower Falls

Beg–Int / 2.5 miles / 2–3 hours

Turn left onto UT-92 W, head past Aspen Grove to the Mount Timpanogos Trailhead parking lot.

Cascade Springs

Beg / Boardwalk and paved paths / 1 hour

Turn left onto UT-92 W, turn right onto E Cascade Scenic Dr / FR 114.

Primrose Overlook via Horse Flat Trail

Int / 3 miles / 3 hours

Turn left onto UT-92 W to the Primrose Trailhead.

Provo River Trail to Bridal Veil Falls.

Beg / 2 mile paved path

Turn right onto UT-92 E, right onto US-189 S, left onto Old Provo Canyon Rd.

Short Excursions [within an hour by car]

Alpine Loop Scenic Drive

Stunning 20-mile drive through the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. The route follows UT-92 W / Alpine Loop Scenic Byway through the Uinta National Forest and then continues down American Fork Canyon.

Check seasonal road closures.

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world.

Follow UT-92 W / Alpine Loop Scenic Byway to the parking lot of Timpanogos Cave. (Approx 30 min by car)

Check seasonal road closures.

Visit Sundance Mountain Outfitters for hiking trail map and suggestions.

Enjoy the wild birds—— hear them in the morning outside your room, see them on your hike, learn to identify our most prevalent species, and share your sightings with fellow guests!

Black-capped Chickadee

Wild Turkey

Red-tailed Hawk

Mountain Chickadee

Western Tanager

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Hairy Woodpecker

White-breasted Nuthatch

American Dipper

Steller’s Jay

Great Horned Owl

There is no better high than discovery.

E. O. Wilson

Summer Reunion

A week with friends to experience the great outdoors along with resort amenities—— a combination of adrenaline and relaxation in the long days and evenings.

To do:

• Mountaintop Yoga at Bearclaw Cabin——a rejuvenating experience with inspiring views of the mountains and valleys

• Mountain biking Archie's Loop

• Horseback riding from the stables to unparalleled views of Stewart Falls, Mount Timpanogos among wildflowers.

• ZipTour——go all in for the Bearclaw Lunch Tour, 3 spans plus lunch on the deck

• Hike the Pahneekahvets trail [bring a picnic lunch from The Deli]——download the self-guided trail guide from Sundance Nature Alliance

• R & R at The Springs and The Spa

To eat:

• Morning buns from The Deli, and sandwiches to go for picnics on hikes

• The Foundry Grill for Sunday brunch

• Live music, drinks, and food at The Owl Bar

Out of the ordinary:

• Bluebird Cafe with Nashville singer-songwriters at the Amphitheater——live music, the stories behind the songs, barbecue, and relaxing on a warm summer evening

• Summer Theatre

• Special occasions at the Tree Room

• Special events at the Rehearsal Hall

• Plein Air painting or printmaking at the Art Studio Next time:

• A winter reunion ski trip!

BEARCLAW CABIN

MANDAN SUMMIT

STEWART FALLS

THE CIRQUE

NORDIC CENTER AND STABLES

RESORT VILLAGE OUTLAW BASE

AMPHITHEATER

SPA

JAKE’S BASE

Sundance Mountain Resort on the south east slope of Mt Timpanogos MOUNT TIMPANOGOS

The Arts at Sundance

Music

Sounds of Summer

July and August / Sunday evenings / 6–8pm

A complimentary music series featuring a new band each week, and a beer garden.

The Bluebird Cafe Concert Series

July–August / The Amphitheater

Bluebird Cafe Concert Series features Nashville’s finest singer-songwriters and musicians, brought to us in partnership with the renowned Bluebird Cafe. Each show features three artists who sing and tell the stories behind their songs.

Owl Bar

Live music Friday and Saturday evenings.

Watch for more live music events including The Winter Bluebird Cafe Concert Series.

Theatre

Summer theatre

July–August / The Amphitheater

The Sundance Summer Theatre has been a tradition since 1970. Set beneath the shadow of Mount Timpanogos, the productions provide an enchanting experience unlike any other.

Literature, Film & Speakers

Author Series

Seasonal

We invite diverse writers to discuss a variety of issues in order to create a forum for ideas, inspiration and creativity.

VoiceS of Nature

Seasonal

Sundance Nature Alliance presents a film and speaker series highlighting the work of environmental storytellers, activists, artists, and adventurers.

Learn more at sundancenaturealliance.org

Fine Dining

TREE ROOM

In 1970, Robert Redford built the first building at Sundance Mountain Resort: The Tree Room, a cabin constructed around a living tree.

Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of candlelight and soft illumination accenting beautiful Native American art from Robert Redford’s private collection as you savor fresh, seasonal mountain cuisine.

Dinner

Tuesday–Saturday

801.223.4200

Open to guests age 12 and older

Reservations recommended

Every Meal Every Day

Foundry Grill

The Foundry Grill, our flagship fine dining restaurant, offers the freshest foods cooked to order for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Enjoy the most popular patio at the resort for outdoor dining.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Sunday Brunch

Daily

801.223.4220

Room Delivery available

Reservations recommended

Drinks with Friends

Owl Bar

Once frequented by Butch Cassidy, the restored 1890s bar was moved from Thermopolis, Wyoming to Sundance Mountain Resort in 1994.

Join us for creative cocktails, beer, and wine as well as an inventive, seasonal bar menu.

Afternoons & Evenings

Daily

801.223.4222

Live music Friday & Saturday evenings

Destination Dining

Bearclaw Cabin

Ride the Outlaw Express, Stairway, and Red’s lifts to the first mountaintop lodge in Utah. Take in the spectacular 360-degree views of Heber and Utah Valleys and the surrounding Wasatch Mountains. Enjoy tacos, burritos, nachos, and drinks at the top of the mountain.

Afternoons

Seasonally (Winter and Summer)

801.223.4157

Check for menus, seasonal hours, and closures.

Grab and Go

THE Deli

The Deli, located in the heart of the village, showcases a variety of made-to-order sandwiches and salads, grab-and-go snack items, house made baked goods, smoothies, coffee, and espresso.

All Day Daily

801.223.4211

ROOM DELIVERY

For your convenience, we offer in-room delivery service from the Deli and Foundry Grill menu.

All Day

801.223.4211

Casual Dining

The Lookout

Take in the spectacular 12,000-foot Mount Timpanogos and enjoy your food with a view. Situated at the base of the mountain, The Lookout is a slopeside fast-fresh style restaurant.

All Day Seasonal 801.223.4232

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful: in a word, more alive.

Check for menus, seasonal hours, and closures.

Learn more about our indoor and outdoor venues for meetings and gatherings in natural settings with resort amenities.

Alice Waters

Bearclaw Cabin

Elk Meadows

The Lookout

Mandan Summit

Redford Conference Center

Rehearsal Hall

Screening Room

Rehearsal Hall and the pond

Land really is the best art.

Andy Warhol

Spring renewal tradition

A weekend away for the girls [or boys!]—— limitless opportunities for new and returning visitors to reset, restore, and reconnect in a season of brisk mornings and warm afternoons.

Mind:

• Complimentary morning meditation class——refreshing and invigorating

• The Springs for rest and relaxation——the sauna and dipping pools are an amazing addition to the resort village

• Author Series to learn, engage and reflect

Body:

• Sundance Spa "High Altitude Hydration Wrap" and "Mountain Stone Massage"

• Black Forest trail hike and picnic lunch at a table nestled in the trees with a picture perfect view of Stewart Falls

Spirit:

• Mountaintop Yoga at Bearclaw Cabin—–get centered with inspiring views of the mountains and valleys

• Journal making class at the Art Studio

• Art Journaling hosted by the Sundance Nature Alliance

Night out:

• Owl Bar for everything—— fried pickles, brussels sprouts, wagyu burger, ribs!

• Shopping for favorite products from the Spa, soaps from our lodgings, and souvenirs at the General Store or Art Studio and Gallery

Workshops

Spend two hours in an Art Studio workshop and take home a lasting memory of your Sundance Mountain Resort visit. Classes by appointment only.

Jewelry Making Class

Create your own ring, bracelet or pendant in the silversmithing class. Learn to set a semiprecious stone in sterling silver.

Journal Making Class

Design and imprint the leather cover with metal stamps and burning tools, then create paper signatures and stitch them to the cover for a one-of-a-kind journal or notebook.

Painting Class

Our popular painting classes offer a creative opportunity for beginners and experienced artists to explore a variety of mediums including acrylic, watercolor, and encaustic.

Pottery Class

Feel clay take shape beneath your fingers in an Art Studio Pottery class. Make and glaze your own wheel-thrown or hand-built pieces.

Printmaking CLASS

Explore the art of relief carving and printing multiples. Sketch ideas, carve your design, make a test print, refine your carving, and print a limited edition!

Perfume Making Class

Create your own signature perfume scent using over 40 essential oil options and natural ingredients.

Soap Making Class

See and smell the unique Sundance soaps take form in our soap making class. Learn about the ingredients used and choose different essential oils and plant materials to create and take home your own Sundance creation.

Kids Classes

Sundance offers hour long classes for kids. Classes include beading, hand-built pottery, and painting.

Make-and-Take Projects

If you don’t have time for a full class, drop in for a quick project to make and take home. Create a candle with handblown glass and scents, work on jewelry-making, or try one of our printmaking projects!

Art in Nature

Sundance Nature Alliance offers seasonal art workshops—gain a closer connection to the natural world, and learn new creative skills.

Visit the Art Studio’s Glassblowing Studio craftsmen from October through March. In a perfect fusion of our artistic and environmental purposes, they transform molten discarded glass into art pieces, vases, wine glasses, dinner plates or pitchers.

Check for classes, prices, and reservations.

Glassblower Studio Demonstrations

fauna at sundance

Short-tailed Weasel

For your safety and the safety of our wildlife, keep your distance——use the rule of thumb!

The Rocky Mountain Elk is the state animal of Utah. They stay in higher elevations [6,000–10,000 feet] during warmer months and migrate to lower elevations during the late fall and through the winter months.

Extend your arm and point your thumb up and toward the animal you are sighting, close one eye and use the other to see if you are able to cover the animal completely with your thumb. If not, you are too close! Step back!

Shiras Moose Mountain Lion Ground Squirrel

Red Squirrel or Chickaree

Bobcat

Mule Deer

Black Bear

Rocky Mountain Elk

Snowshoe Hare

Fitness & Spa

Wellness Offerings

Yoga & meditation

Lodging guests at Sundance Mountain Resort receive complimentary yoga classes each morning, followed by a meditation.

Healing Sound Bath

Complimentary sessions offered each Sunday.

Fitness center

Enjoy our 24 hour fitness center, located at the lower level of The Redford Center.

Wellness Classes [by reservation]

Private Yoga & Meditation

Enjoy a personalized private, semi-private or group private class tailored to your unique preferences and needs. Our skilled instructors will guide you through an individualized session that will leave you feeling renewed and empowered. Private yoga and meditation is perfect for individuals looking for a more personalized Sundance experience, couples and families on special getaways, or guests attending weddings, retreats, and conferences. Private healing sound bath sessions also available.

All levels. All ages.

Mountaintop Yoga

Whether you are new to yoga, a seasoned yogi or simply eager to try something memorable, mountaintop yoga is a unique and inspiring experience for everyone. Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride to Mandan Summit, embrace the spectacular views and breathe fresh mountain air as you participate in an invigorating yoga practice with one of our experienced instructors. Weather permitting. All ability levels welcome.

10 years and older may attend.

Spa Services [by reservation]

Massage

Relax, unwind, and heal. Our customized massages are designed to help maintain balance and wellness throughout the year.

Body Treatments

Indulge in our luxurious body treatments, designed to rejuvenate mind, body and skin. A Utah favorite is the High Altitude Hydration Wrap which reveals polished smooth skin and a radiant glow from head to toe.

Manicures & Pedicures

After a hike in the mountains or long day on the slopes, relax with an organic manicure or pedicure.

Facials

Try one of our beautiful facials that address all skin concerns. From our most popular Anti-aging Facial to our Sundance Signature Organic Facial.

The Springs

A trio of rest and relaxation pools

Enjoy two hot tubs and one larger relaxation spa, sauna, changing rooms, and outdoor shower. The Springs are centrally located to all lodging rooms and accessible year round.

Check for full menu of services, prices, and reservations.

The Springs

Fall splendor retreat

A getaway destination for couples—— so much to experience together amidst the changing colors of aspens, maples, scrub oak, and cottonwood.

In the natural world:

• Hiking: Pahneekahvets Trail in the Sundance Preserve, download the trail guide pdf from Sundance Nature Alliance for a self-guided tour

• Fly-fishing: Five minutes down the road to the Provo River with a guide, easy waters, catch brown and rainbow trout

• Birding: in the resort village and throughout the property, American Dippers [barometers of healthy waters] Chickadees, Steller’s Jays, and Hummingbirds

• Forest-bathing: literally soaking in nature at The Springs following a forest walk

• Views: scenic lift rides

• Private decks: mornings and evenings on the cottage deck

Of the creative spirit:

• Fly-tying: make a custom fly at the Fly-fishing Shop.

• Journaling by the creek: sit, observe, sketch, and reflect

• Throwing pots: create a useful and beautiful ceramic vessel at the Art Studio to take home

With a community:

• Voices of Nature in the Screening Room——hosted by the Sundance Nature Alliance

• Owl Bar for a cocktail and live music

Just us:

• Dinner at the Tree Room, cozy by the fireplace, Peppersteak and wine

Nature we have always with us, an inexhaustible store-house of that which moves the heart, appeals to the mind, and fires the imagination— health to the body, a stimulus to the intellect, and joy to the soul.

John Burroughs

Man belongs to earth, earth does not belong to man.

Chief Seattle

Shopping

The General Store

Find guide books, hiking maps, journaling supplies, and apparel to enrich your visit. Remember your trip long after you’ve gone home, and take the style and comfort of the mountains with you with something special from our distinctive store!

801.223.4250

Mountain Outfitters

Find all your recreation gear—including equipment, accessories, clothing and gifts— at our one-stop destination for adventure.

801.223.4121

Fly-fishing shop

Shop gear, make your own lure, or just explore the artistry of the artificial fly.

801.223.4125

Spa

Shop products from our spa treatments and lodging offerings.

801.223.4270

Art Studio & Gallery

Shop from our selection of hand made jewelry, ceramics, original artwork, and handblown glassware from the Glassblower Studio.

801.223.4535

Equipment Rentals

Mountain Outfitter Rentals

Top-of-the-line bikes, skis, and snowboards available for rent, as well as a full-service ski and snowboard repair center.

801.223.4121

Nordic Center Rentals

The Nordic Center is a full-service Rossignol Demo Center featuring products for the beginner to World Cup-level racing equipment. Our extensive demo line allows guests to experience a variety of products.

801.223.4170

Check for full menu of rentals, prices, and reservations. Check for hours and offerings.

conservation & preservation

Preservation and conservation of our land serves our guests and fulfills our mission.

We deeply consider what is best for this land in our care.

Green development principles guide building and remodeling, and environmental mitigation and restoration efforts.

The resort is powered entirely by electricity from renewable solar and wind energy——powering our chairlifts and operations, lodging and restaurants, shops and structures!

Our rooms are cleaned using non-toxic cleaning supplies.

Our linen re-use program saves water and conserves energy.

No plastic water bottles here!

Our drinking water comes from local mountain-fed springs to our taps—— pure, refreshing, from the land, and good for the land.

SUNDANCE NATURE ALLIANCE

For the Land

GLobal Climate, Local Solutions

The Power of Art and Nature

Stewardship

We recycle cardboard, paper, glass, aluminum, and plastic on-site.

In a perfect fusion of our artistic and environmental purposes, artists in our Glassblower Studio transform recycled glass into art pieces, vases, wine glasses, dinner plates and pitchers—— used and sold throughout the resort.

We set aside 1% of all resort revenue for the environment, education, and the arts in the immediate areas and communities around Sundance Mountain Resort. The funds go to non-profits like the Sundance Nature Alliance and other organizations addressing environmental issues and promoting stewardship in Provo Canyon.

The most pressing issues of global climate change are pressing concerns here in Provo Canyon on the south east slope of Mount Timpanogos—extreme weather, air and water quality, deforestation and biodiversity. Like much of the American West, wildfires impact the air we breathe and the land on which we live, work, and play. For alpine communities like Sundance Mountain Resort, drought, shrinking snowpacks, and warmer winters are existential challenges, not just recreational or economic concerns.

Sundance Nature Alliance

Sundance Nature Alliance is an environmental nonprofit organization committed to protecting the land by igniting curiosity and inspiring residents and visitors to love, learn, and act to protect our natural world. By preserving, conserving, and restoring the water, land, and biodiversity within and beyond the resort, Sundance Nature Alliance is securing a future for our community of residents and visitors to find beauty, inspiration, and adventure in the great outdoors.

Over half of the 5000 acres of land within the Sundance Community is protected from development. Throughout the land, we insure the health of our watershed through advocacy for the Provo River and support biodiversity by restoring ecosystems, establishing protected areas, and arresting habitat destruction.

programming

Through our stewardship and programming, we bring people together with the land. Join us for one of our programs and see how you can be a part of a community united by love for this land, invested in our environment, and inspired to act on behalf of our planet. Appreciate the land through Voices of Nature—our guest artist series.

Connect to the land through Art in Nature—our art workshops.

Explore the land through naturalist-led and self-guided hikes throughout Sundance Mountain Resort.

Learn more about Sundance Nature Alliance and our stewardship and programming.