Top 6 Ski Resorts for 2014 (US)

No. 3: Alta (Utah)


Score: 88.6

Our No. 3 top ski resort for 2013, Alta, is a great resort for any skiing enthusiast: good snow and one in three days of powder. In addition, snowboarders are a relatively rare sight, ensuring an even greater skiing experience.

Alta also features relatively small lift fees, even on high-traffic days, compared to other resorts in the country. What is more, Alta experiences an annual snowfall of no less than 530 inches, one of the best rates in the country.