No skis, no problem! Here are some fabulous mid-mountain spots you can access by foot (chairlift/gondola) that will have you feeling like you hit the slopes and are high above the clouds!
Deer Valley - St. Regis
This one is technically not mid-mountain, but it is perched up on a massive hill and has phenomenal mountain views. From Snowpark Lodge at the Deer Valley base, find the St. Regis entrance and take the funicular up to the main level of the hotel. From there you have a few options: the indoor bar, the outdoor walk up café and The Vintage Room. All of which have mountain views and small bite options.
Access: Free
Photo: Mountain Express Magazine
Sun Valley - The Roundhouse
From the River Run Day Lodge, you will need to take Roundhouse Gondola up to mid-mountain. Here you can enjoy a sit down dining experience in a beautifully authentic mountain lodge where they serve burgers, fondue, steak and more! YUM.
Access: A valid ski lift ticket or foot traffic pass is required to access the restaurant for lunch reservations.
Photo: Sunset Magazine
Big Sky - Everett's 8800
From the Village Center, take up Ramcharger Chair which will drop you right off to Everett's 8800. With insane views of Lone Mountain, you can enjoy a sit down lunch in a beautiful mountain lodge. Enjoy seafood, burgers and a stunning assortment of cocktails.
Access: A valid ski lift ticket or foot traffic pass is required to access the restaurant for lunch reservations.
Photo: Everett's 8800
Aspen - The Sundeck
From the base of Aspen mountain, enjoy the 14 min ride up The Silver Queen Gondola to the top of Aspen! Great for boozing, photos, birthdays, and proposals! There is a restaurant at the top with indoor and outdoor seating and immaculate views of the surrounding mountains which make up Aspen Snowmass ski resort.
Access: A valid ski lift ticket or foot traffic pass is required to access the top of mountain lodge.
Photo: Après Report
Mammoth - McCoy Station
From the Main Lodge, take up the Panorama Gondola up to the top of Mammoth. There you can snap some pics at the famous 24 foot Mammoth Mountain sign. While the top has great views, we'd recommend taking the gondola back to mid-mountain to McCoy station where there is a expansive cafeteria and outdoor bar and patio, Steeps Bar, which has great views of the face of Mammoth. On warmer days, they set out beach chairs on the snow so you can really soak up the sun while sipping your drink. Check Mammoth's Event Calendar for up to date information on experiential and pop-ups events during ski season at McCoy - previous events include DAOU Wines pop up winery and Coca-Cola lounge.
Access: A valid ski lift ticket or foot traffic pass is required to access both lodges.
Photo: Visit Mammoth
Snowbird - The Summit
From Snowbird Center take the Aerial Tram to the top of Snowbird Summit to get the best view of the Wasatch Mountains! The Summit lodge has a two story restaurant with all around views of and various cozy lunch options like panini's, soups, and salads.
Access: A valid ski lift ticket or foot traffic pass is required to access the lodge.
Photo: Snowboard Mag