Wasatch Travel Helper

About Little Cottonwood Canyon Road Conditions

This page tracks live Little Cottonwood Canyon (SR‑210) road conditions, closures, travel times, and cameras. Data comes from UDOT, National Weather Service stations, and nearby ski resorts, and is refreshed frequently during storms.

Typical Seasonal Patterns

Winter Closures and Avalanche Control

During active storms, expect intermittent closures for avalanche control and clean‑up. Reopen times vary by snow totals, wind, visibility, and operations. Watch for Interlodge at Alta and rolling closures near Snowbird. Our status chips summarize current restrictions.

Chains and 4×4 Requirements

Traction laws are posted by UDOT when conditions warrant. Check the Restrictions chip and message signs above; carry chains if you don’t have true winter tires and 4×4/AWD.

Travel Tips by Weather

Heavy Snow Days

Start early, budget extra time, and avoid stopping in avalanche paths or narrow shoulders. Consider UTA ski bus on peak days and confirm resort parking before leaving.

Wind and Visibility

Strong canyon winds and blowing snow can drop visibility quickly. Use pullouts to chain up, keep headlights on, and follow posted speed advisories.

Parking and Resort Access

Alta and Snowbird manage parking independently and lots can fill before lifts spin on powder mornings. Check resort updates and our snapshot above for snow totals, winds, and live cams.

How to Use This Dashboard

Use the Travel panel for live SR‑210 status and estimated travel times, the camera widgets for current visibility, and the resort quick facts for 24‑hour snow and wind. Alerts and restrictions surface at the top when posted by UDOT.

FAQ

Is Little Cottonwood Canyon open today?

See the live Travel panel above for current status, closures, and restrictions directly from UDOT.

What are current travel times in Little Cottonwood Canyon?

The Travel panel shows live estimates and delay versus typical free‑flow conditions. Expect longer times during storm mornings and evening returns.

When do chain or 4×4 requirements go into effect?

UDOT posts traction rules during storms. Look for restrictions in the status chips and roadside message signs.