Where to Après Ski in Little Cottonwood Canyon

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  • The Sitzmark Bar
  • Alta Peruvian Bar
  • Goldminer’s Daughter
  • The Aerie Lounge
  • The Tram Club
  • The Porcupine Pub & Grille
  • The Hog Wallow Pub

Little Cottonwood Canyon in Salt Lake City is home to two world class ski resorts- Alta Ski Area and Snowbird. These Utah ski areas are known for some of the best powder in the country and they also offer many places to hang out and après ski. Enjoy an epic day on the mountain full of steep chutes and face shots then learn where to après ski in Little Cottonwood Canyon.

Here at White Cloud Concierge we recommend hitting up the après ski scene at Alta or Snowbird before you head down Little Cottonwood Canyon back to SLC. Finish your day on the mountain by enjoying some cozy après ski vibes and avoid the red snake of traffic down the canyon when the lifts close.

The Sitzmark Bar

This classic and cozy bar located in the Alta Lodge is the best place for a cocktail after a long day of skiing. Take off your ski boots and enjoy playing a game of cards or sitting in the comfortable atmosphere by the fireplace. Relax by the far end of the bar to see epic views of Mt. Superior towering over the town of Alta. We can say without a doubt that this is the best bar to play a board game and drink a hot toddy to warm up after a cold day.

Alta Peruvian Bar

The Alta Peruvian bar, otherwise known as the P-Dog might be the best place to après ski in Little Cottonwood Canyon. If you are looking for some tunes in a classic ski town bar, this is the place to go. With regular live music and a rowdy bunch, this bar is full of people dancing in their ski gear and taking in the views of the slopes. Enjoy the rustic and energizing vibe of this bar located in Alta’s Peruvian Lodge.

Peruvain Bar Alta Utah Little Cottonwood Canyon Apres Ski

Goldminer’s Daughter 

The Goldminer’s Daughter is the best place in Alta to enjoy a pitcher of beer on the patio at the base of the ski area. During warm spring days the patio will be packed with people enjoying a beer and working on their goggle tans. On a cold windy day enjoy going upstairs at the Goldminer’s Daughter and ordering a pizza and a beer with the best views of High Boy on the mountain. 

The Aerie Lounge

If you are interested in a more upscale après ski experience check out The Aerie Lounge in the Cliff Lodge at Snowbird. With a variety of food and drink specials and an award winning wine list, this is an excellent place to après ski if you are looking to be wined and dined. If you want an extra special experience consider booking the spa on the top floor of the Cliff Lodge. Enjoy a heated pool overlooking the Wasatch mountains and relax after a day of skiing or riding.

The Tram Club

Another great place to après ski in Little Cottonwood Canyon is The Tram Club. This is the place to après ski if you spent the day at Snowbird and are looking to watch some sports with your friends. With 14 TV’s and a great selection of bar food, this is the most popular après ski destination at Snowbird Resort. Known as the local watering hole, enjoy a beer and a shot for $7 right when you get off the slopes. With live music and a fun upbeat crowd, walk downstairs beneath the tram to enjoy this unique bar.

Tram Club Snowbird Utah Little Cottonwood Canyon Apres Ski

Porcupine Pub & Grille

If you want to drive back down the canyon before you après ski, hit up the Porcupine Pub & Grille in Cottonwood Heights. This unique restaurant and bar serves three meals a day and is often bustling with people on their way to and from the mountains. This is a great place to grab dinner and a drink less than 20 minutes away from Alta and Snowbird.  Make sure to try one of their chocolate porcupines for dessert!

Hog Wallow Pub 

Another popular destination on your way down Little Cottonwood Canyon in Cottonwood Heights is The Hog Wallow Pub. This hidden gem is a relaxed place to go for live music featuring local bands as well as bands visiting from out of state. With a large selection of beer on tap and a huge outdoor patio, this is a great place to sit and enjoy the sunshine with a cold beer on a bluebird day.


Reach out to White Cloud Concierge if you want to spend more time hanging out at one of these Little Cottonwood Canyon bars a bit longer. White Cloud Concierge is a Salt Lake City Concierge service that can help you have more time to play outside this winter. Check out our highly trusted Utah Concierge services at www.whitecloudconcierge.com and read about some other restaurants and bars in Salt Lake City to enjoy.