THE UPTRACK

Author: Wasatch Backcountry Alliance

WBA launched The Uptrack in 2021 as a digital roundtable discussion about transportation solutions for Little Cottonwood Canyon with hopes of answering important questions associated with the UDOT EIS proposals. Years later, we are still deeply involved in discussions around transportation in the Cottonwoods. In addition to transportation issues, we cover a wide range of topics impacting our local backcountry terrain and access. Have an idea for a future episode? Shoot us an email!
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Resort Boundaries, Parking Lots, and Policy: What’s Happening in BCC?
Tuesday, 4 November, 2025

The Town of Brighton is considering a new ordinance that would shape the future of ski resort development in upper Big Cottonwood Canyon. The proposal defines what qualifies as a “Ski Resort” versus “Ski Resort Support Facilities” and formally maps “Ski Resort Boundaries,” which are key steps toward aligning the town code with its General Plan, which emphasizes sustainable growth, open space, and recreation opportunities.These updates could directly impact Solitude’s proposed parking lot on Old Stage Road and influence any future development on Solitude-owned land in Silver Fork and Guardsman Pass. In this episode, Wasatch Backcountry Alliance sits down with Save Our Canyons and Winter Wildlands Alliance to unpack what Ordinance OAM2025-001431 could mean for the future of the Wasatch, from protecting backcountry access to ensuring responsible planning that honors the unique character of Big Cottonwood Canyon.