Powder Mountain 2026/27 Terrain Expansion
Updated on March 10, 2026
$40M Public Terrain & Infrastructure Expansion
Powder Mountain today announced a multi-year investment that will significantly expand lift-served advanced terrain, modernize key base-areas, and deepen its commitment to beginner access and ski school development. The investment marks a significant milestone in Powder’s vision of creating an independent public resort rooted in recreation, culture, and community.
The new projects include completing the much anticipated DMI Lift, which will serve 1,000 acres of advanced and technical terrain in Powder Mountain’s Wolf Creek Canyon zone. A full redevelopment of the Sundown base area, including a new lodge and new beginner-focused infrastructure, will collectively reshape the western-most section of the resort over the next two years and increase the skiable acreage to more than 6000 acres.
New DMI lift & Terrain Expansion
At the center of the announcement is a new Skytrac fixed-grip triple chair serving a zone known locally as DMI. Set to open as soon as conditions in the 2026/27 season allow, the lift will provide public access to more than 1,000 acres of advanced terrain, 900 of which is lift-served, with 2,200 feet of vertical drop.
New Lifts at Sundown
Also set for 2026/27 is the replacement of the existing Sundown Lift with a new high-speed quad, increasing uphill capacity and reliability from one of the resort’s primary base areas, also enhancing night skiing capacity.
Complementing that upgrade, Powder Mountain will introduce the Doodle Lift, a short fixed-grip quad, designed specifically for beginner progression. The lift will consist of repurposed infrastructure from the original Sundown Lift and offer ski school access to mellow terrain, creating a purpose-built learning environment for first-time skiers and riders.
Breaking ground on New Sundown Lodge
Looking ahead to the 2027/28 season, Powder Mountain will break ground this summer on a new Sundown base area lodge, anchoring a broader redevelopment of the base zone. Planned elements include a new 15k square foot lodge designed by GSBS Architects with a ski school, ski and snowboard rentals, food and beverage, annual lockers and skier safety services.
The project is designed to improve skier circulation, guest experience, and comfort while aligning with Powder Mountain’s long-term vision for intentional growth.
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