Deer Valley Resort has added 100 new ski runs to its terrain as part of a major expansion initiative designed to honor the mining history of Park City. The expansion, part of the resort's Expanded Excellence initiative, also introduced 10 new lifts to the mountain during the 2025/26 ski season.
Expanded Terrain and Lifts
The latest phase of the Expanded Excellence initiative has doubled the total skiable terrain at the resort. According to a press release from Deer Valley Resort, the project was intended to celebrate the region's legacy as a mining mecca of the West. To facilitate the expansion, the resort introduced 10 new lifts alongside the 100 new runs.
Honoring Local History
The naming of the new trails was a collaborative effort involving local history. Deer Valley Resort Vice President of Mountain Operations Steve Graff stated that the resort worked with Park City historian and long-time Deer Valley Mountain Host Michael O’Malley to draw inspiration from the area's mining era. Graff noted that each name was chosen with intention to honor the past while looking toward the resort's future.
Naming the New Runs
Many of the new runs are named after specific mining claims located within the Park City region. While some names are derived from local landmarks—such as Lone Tree, named after a 50-foot tall pine tree on the run, or Pay Rock, named for a prominent rock outcropping—others reference the area's industrial history.
Tributes to Keetley
The Keetley Express lift and its surrounding trails serve as a tribute to the former town of Keetley, which is now located beneath the Jordanelle Reservoir. The area includes trails named Water Loo, Lake Shore, and Lady of the Lake, all of which honor the lake. The Keetley name honors mining engineer and pony express rider Jack Keetley.
Longest Run in Utah
One of the most notable additions is Green Monster, which is recognized as the longest run in Utah and one of the longest runs in North America. The name is derived from a mine in Wasatch County characterized by a green streak of malachite.
Visitor Information
The resort is offering complimentary Mountain Host Tours to allow visitors to explore the new terrain and learn about the history that shaped the area. Other new runs include Glencoe, a black diamond run that terminates in Glencoe Canyon.
Resort Transformation
The expansion represents a significant transformation for the resort, combining increased capacity with a focus on the cultural heritage of the Wasatch Mountains.
