Park City Mountain Lift Upgrades Praised by Locals

Proposed improvements to Eagle, Eaglet, and Silverlode Express lifts seen as boosting resort experience and tourism.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:34am

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Park City Mountain's plan to replace two existing lifts and upgrade another has garnered support from local residents and property owners near the resort's base area. Correspondences released by the Park City municipal government highlight how the proposed lift improvements are viewed as critical infrastructure upgrades that will reduce wait times, improve access, and enhance the overall skiing experience for visitors.

Why it matters

The lift upgrades are seen as vital to maintaining Park City Mountain's reputation as a world-class ski destination, especially with the 2034 Winter Olympics on the horizon. Locals hope the improvements will draw more visitors, support the local economy, and cement Park City's status as a premier winter tourism hub.

The details

Park City Mountain is seeking approval to replace the Eagle and Eaglet lifts with a new six-passenger lift, as well as upgrade the current six-passenger Silverlode Express to an eight-passenger lift. Supporters argue the upgrades will better manage crowds, improve access to the Park City side of the resort, and significantly reduce wait times that have plagued the existing lifts.

  • Park City Mountain submitted its proposal for the lift upgrades in early 2026.
  • The Park City Planning Commission toured the proposed upgrade sites on March 26, 2026 and discussed the plans that same day.
  • The Planning Commission is expected to hold a public hearing and make a decision on the lift upgrades in the coming weeks or months.

The players

Park City Mountain

The ski resort that is proposing the lift upgrades to improve the visitor experience and maintain its status as a top-tier winter destination.

Park City Planning Commission

The local government body that is reviewing and will ultimately decide whether to approve Park City Mountain's proposed lift upgrade project.

James, Edward and Carolyn Rogers

Residents who own property at the base area of Park City Mountain and support the lift upgrades, citing the need to reduce long lift lines and improve access.

Sarah Evans

An owner in a residential building close to the base area who fully supports the planned upgrades, seeing them as adding tremendous value to the resort.

Eric Lipton

A Park City resident who lives at the base area and hopes the Planning Commission will approve the lift upgrade proposal, arguing the town's skiers desperately need the improvements.

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What they’re saying

“Reducing lift wait times by replacing these lifts are way overdue. For Park City to continue being a world class city to visit and ski, infrastructure improvements at the base are critical. With the Olympics coming in eight years, this should be an immediate priority for the Planning Commission.”

— James, Edward and Carolyn Rogers, Residents and property owners at Park City Mountain base area

“Park City Mountain resort is in desperate need of improvement and mechanisms to move skiers/boarders up the hill more quickly. The planned upgrades will add tremendous value to the resort and to the fortunate neighbors (who) will benefit from easier access up the hill.”

— Sarah Evans, Residential building owner near Park City Mountain base area

What’s next

The Park City Planning Commission is expected to hold a public hearing and make a decision on Park City Mountain's proposed lift upgrade project in the coming weeks or months.

The takeaway

The widespread local support for Park City Mountain's lift upgrade plans underscores the resort's importance to the community and the need to maintain its competitiveness as a premier ski destination, especially with the 2034 Winter Olympics on the horizon. Improving the on-mountain experience is seen as vital to driving continued visitation and economic benefits for the town.