Eagle Point Resort officials returned to the property Monday for the first time since the Cottonwood Fire reached the resort, reporting that Canyondside Lodge, more than 100 condominiums, and 30 cabins were lost in the blaze. The resort confirmed that while the fire caused significant structural damage and impacted 300 acres of ski terrain, all personnel and guests were evacuated safely with no lives lost.
Initial damage assessment details
In updates shared Monday via Facebook and Instagram, the resort provided an initial assessment of the damage following the fire's passage through the area. The blaze primarily impacted the south side of the mountain, specifically concentrated along Tushar Ridge, also known as the "Steeps."
Impact on ski terrain
According to the resort, approximately 300 of its 600 total acres of ski terrain were affected by the flames. The destruction included the loss of the Warming Station on Tushar Ridge, which officials stated did not survive the fire.
Damage to mechanical infrastructure
The fire also caused significant damage to the resort's mechanical infrastructure. Eagle Point Resort reported that four of its five chairlifts sustained damage, though the full extent of the mechanical impact is still being determined by assessment teams.
Loss of smaller assets
Beyond large structures, the resort noted the loss of several smaller assets and vehicles. The fire destroyed five snowmobiles, three vehicles, and three storage containers that held various tools.
Intact resort areas
Despite the heavy losses on the south side of the mountain, several key areas of the resort remain intact. The main on-mountain facility, Skyline Lodge, was not destroyed by the fire.
North side remains undamaged
The Monarch lift, located on the north side of the resort, and its surrounding terrain also escaped major damage. Officials noted that the Skyline terrain experienced only minimal impact from the Cotton::wood Fire.
Infrastructure critical to resort operations and local residential areas also showed varying levels of impact. The Aspen Crest subdivision remains mostly intact with only minimal tree damage reported. Additionally, the resort's snowmaking pond, snowmaking equipment, and cell phone and internet towers were not destroyed.
Eagle Point Resort officials emphasized that the assessment process is ongoing and far from complete. The team has just begun the work of evaluating the property to understand the full scope of the destruction.
The resort expressed deep gratitude to the firefighters and first responders who worked to protect lives and property during the fire. The community has responded with significant support, as seen in numerous messages of condolences and well-wishes for the resort's recovery.
Eagle Point Resort asked for patience from the public as they gather more accurate information and continue to provide updates regarding the future of the facility.
