Question 1

Why is Alta Parking implementing weekend & holiday parking reservations?

Accepted Answer

Turning away cars on busy weekends & holidays should no longer be part of a day of skiing. Alta Parking's goal is to help guarantee that skiers with a parking reservation will have a place to park. This should ease early morning traffic congestion resulting from limited parking available on a first-come, first-serve basis and allow us to better manage the amount of skiers on the mountain during peak periods.

Question 2

My parking reservation is from 8am–1pm. Do I need to leave Alta by 1pm?

Accepted Answer

No. To secure your parking spot you must arrive to Alta before 1pm. You are welcome to stay as long as you would like on that day.

Question 3

What parking benefits do I receive as an Alta or Alta-Bird season passholder?

Accepted Answer

Qualifying Alta and Alta-Bird passholders will receive parking code(s) that can be used to book free parking reservations. Parking codes may be reused once the active reservation date has passed. - Qualifying Alta passes: Family Package, Adult, 65+, 80+, 18-25, Military, Gold Card, Powder Card & 10-Day Card. - Qualifying Alta-Bird passes: Family Package, Adult, 65+, 18-25 & Military.

Question 4

What parking benefits do I receive as an Alta lift ticket purchaser?

Accepted Answer

As an Alta lift ticket purchaser you will receive a parking code for a $15 discount off your parking reservation.

Question 5

If I am an Ikon or Mountain Collective passholder do I need to make a parking reservation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you will need to purchase a $25 parking reservation for weekends & holidays from 8am–1pm. Reservations are not required Monday through Friday (excluding holiday periods).

Question 6

When can I start booking weekend & holiday paid parking reservations?

Accepted Answer

Parking reservations for this winter can be made online, at anytime.

Question 7

What do I do if my parking code is not working?

Accepted Answer

If your parking code is not working, please contact us through the contact form or email us at altaparking@interstateparking.com.

Question 8

What happens if I make a parking reservation and no-show?

Accepted Answer

Failure to cancel free Alta season passholder reservations may result in pausing future passholder reservation benefits. Please note that if you are ill or have an emergency, email altaparking@interstateparking.com so that you do not need to drive up the canyon. We understand that life happens and we are more than willing to work with you in most unplanned situations.

Question 9

Are parking reservations refundable if impacted by a weather event?

Accepted Answer

If Hwy 210 closes due to weather, you will not be penalized for a no-show. Please contact us at altaparking@interstateparking.com

Question 10

What if I am driving a rental vehicle and don’t have my plate information yet?

Accepted Answer

When using a rental vehicle, please set up your account using RENTAL as the plate while completing the reservation. Once you have obtained your rental vehicle, you can log back into your account and update the vehicle information (please complete this update prior to entering Little Cottonwood Canyon so the system can update.   Need further assistance? CLICK HERE for a step-by-step guide to update your license plate.

Question 11

How do I contact someone from Alta Parking and how soon will I hear back?

Accepted Answer

Please visit our Contact page to reach us. We look forward to hearing from you. Alta Parking will return calls and emails in one to two business days.

Question 12

If I receive a violation, how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Violations are $75. If your violation is not paid within 10 days, it will double to $150. You may pay online on the Violations page.

Question 13

How do I dispute a violation?

Accepted Answer

You can file an appeal to dispute your ticket on the Violations page.

Question 14

Does Alta Parking share private information about users?

Accepted Answer

Alta Parking does not share any information collected.

Question 15

Are parking reservations required every day?

Accepted Answer

No way. Alta Parking's parking reservation system is only in effect on weekends & holidays (December 18 - April 3 and closing day). This means that parking reservations are only needed 40 days out of our typical 152-day season. 100+ Alta days are still first-come, first-served, just like it's always been.

Question 16

How much does a parking reservation cost?

Accepted Answer

Reservations are available for $25 per day. Purchasers of Alta.com lift tickets are eligible to book parking reservations for $10 per day. Qualifying Alta and Alta-Bird passholders are eligible for FREE parking reservations: Qualifying Alta passholders will receive parking code(s) that can be used to book free parking reservations. Parking codes may be reused once the active reservation date has passed. Qualifying Alta passes: Family Package, Adult, 65+, 80+, 18-25, Military, Gold Card, Powder Card & 10-Day Card. Qualifying Alta-Bird passes: Family Package, Adult, 65+, 18-25 & Military. Parking reservations are verified by your license plate.

Question 17

If I am using a reservation today when can I book my next reservation?

Accepted Answer

You can make parking reservations online for multiple days, anytime, 24/7. All parking reservations are subject to availability.

Question 18

As a passholder, can I purchase additional parking reservations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In addition to your parking reservations, Alta passholders can purchase additional weekend & holiday reservations for $25 per day.

Question 19

What if I am driving a rental vehicle and don’t have my plate information yet?

Accepted Answer

When you make your reservation, use “RENTAL” for your license plate number. When you receive your rental car, log into your account and change your license plate number to the same as your rental car. You may also print and display your reservation on your dashboard to avoid a violation.

Question 20

Are paid parking reservations needed overnight?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Reservations are required overnight.

Question 21

If I am skiing the backcountry on weekends & holidays do I need a parking reservation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a $25 parking reservation fee applies to the Grizzly, Flagstaff (South Side), Wildcat and Albion lots on weekends & holidays from 8am–1pm. Consider carpooling or riding the UTA Ski Bus.

Question 22

Does my parking reservation guarantee a specific spot?

Accepted Answer

No, your parking reservation will allow you to park in any of the designated lots, it does not guarantee a specific parking spot or parking in a specific lot. Click here for the Alta Parking Map.

Question 23

If I am staying at a lodge at Alta will I need a parking reservation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Please work directly with your ski lodge or lodging property and they will advise.

Question 24

How are parking reservations verified once I have parked?

Accepted Answer

Reservations are verified by your license plate. It's that simple. There are no physical kiosks or booths to slow the flow of traffic in the canyon or at Alta.

Question 25

Do I need a parking reservation if my child is enrolled in a multi-week ski school program, such as AYC?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Contact the ski school office at 801.799.2271 to purchase a parking permit valid for the dates of your child's program.

Question 26

Do I need a paid parking reservation if I have a lesson with ski school booked?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You’ll need to secure your parking reservation before booking your private lesson on weekends & holidays. If you are not able to make a parking reservation, please call the ski school office at 801.799.2271.

Question 27

I have an ADA/Disabled license plate or placard. Do I need to make a parking reservation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, parking reservations are required on weekends and holidays. Alta's Parking Ambassadors will make every effort to provide our best available parking to those individuals with ADA plates or placards.

Question 28

How do I update my license plate?

Accepted Answer

CLICK HERE for a step-by-step guide to update your license plate or follow the steps below.   1. Login to your account at reserve.altaparking.com                    2. Select ‘Manage Your Parking’         3. Select the relevant ‘Active Session’ requiring a license plate change         4. Select ‘Change Plate’         5. Select ‘Register Vehicle’       6. Select ‘Add New Vehicle’       7. On the ‘Add Vehicle’ screen: a. Update your license plate b. Add a nickname for the new plate c. Select ‘Add Vehicle’          8. Confirm the license plate information is correct and select ‘Yes, registerthis vehicle’         9. Your updated license plate is registered, no further steps required.

Question 29

What if I am driving a rental vehicle and don’t have my plate information yet?

Accepted Answer

When using a rental vehicle, please set up your account using RENTAL as the plate while completing the reservation. Once you have obtained your rental vehicle, you can log back into your account and update the vehicle information (please complete this update prior to entering Little Cottonwood Canyon so the system can update.   Need further assistance? CLICK HERE for a step-by-step guide to update your license plate.

Question 30

How do I add a credit or debit card for payment?

Accepted Answer

You may add credit or debit card payment on the 'Checkout' page. STEP 1. Click 'Select Payment Method'.         STEP 2. To add a new credit or debit card, click '+ New Credit Card'.   STEP 3. Click 'Credit or Debit'.         STEP 4. Enter your card information.          STEP 5. Click 'ADD CARD'.

Question 31

How do I update a credit or debit card for I've previously saved?

Accepted Answer

To update a credit or debit card, follow the steps above to add credit or debit card for payment.

Question 32

How do I update or change my profile?

Accepted Answer

STEP 1. Login to your account.        STEP 2. Once logged in, select the profile icon.       STEP 3. Select profile.         STEP 4. Update your profile and click 'Save'.        STEP 5. Your changes have been saved.

Question 33

How do I cancel a reservation?

Accepted Answer

STEP 1. Login to your account.        STEP 2. Once logged in, select the profile icon.        STEP 3. Select 'Manage your Parking'.        STEP 4. Select your parking reservation under 'Active Sessions'.      STEP 5. Select 'Cancel Reservation'.          STEP 6. Your reservation has been cancelled.

Question 34

How do I add my parking reservation code(s)?

Accepted Answer

STEP 1. Login to your account.        STEP 2. Select 'Redeem Parking Code'.        STEP 3.  Enter your parking code and click 'Submit'. Your unique parking code was sent to you via email.         STEP 4. Your parking code has been added. You may now select your parking code to reserve parking or enter another parking code.

Question 35

How do I cancel my parking reservation?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations can be made online 24-hours prior to your parking reservation and are eligible for refunds. To make a cancellation:   STEP 1. Login to your account.          STEP 2. Once logged in, select the profile icon.       STEP 3. Select 'Manage your Parking'.       STEP 4. Select your parking reservation under 'Active Sessions'.       STEP 5. Select 'Cancel Reservation'.         STEP 6: Your reservation has been cancelled.

Question 36

What if I need to cancel within the 24-hour window?

Accepted Answer

If you need to cancel your parking reservation within 24 hours of your parking reservation window, please use the contact form or email us at altaparking@interstateparking.com

Question 37

What if I need to cancel my reservation due to weather?

Accepted Answer

If Hwy 210 is closed due to weather, you will not be penalized for a no-show. Please contact us at altaparking@interstateparking.com or use the contact form on the Contact page if you need to cancel your parking reservation.

Question 38

If I cancel a reservation, when can I use my parking code to make another reservation?

Accepted Answer

Within 15 minutes of making your cancellation.

Alta parking Reservations

thank you for a great 2021-22 ski season!
information for 2022-23 coming soon.

F.A.Q.

Alta parking Reservations

thank you for a great 2021-22 ski season! information for 2022-23 coming soon.

F.A.Q.

thank you for a great 2021-22 ski season!
information for 2022-23 coming soon.