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The excitement continues to be contemporary from the revealing of Deer Valley Resort’s all-new Keetley Categorical raise, and the accompanying 300-plus acres of recent terrain that it serves. This opening marks the primary part of the resort’s enlargement past its former jap boundary. Moreover, it now gives entry from the newly constructed Deer Valley East Village, creating a further gateway that doesn’t require navigating the hustle and bustle of Park Metropolis.
The state-of-the-art raise is a faster option to get to part of the mountain that used to require a number of lifts to entry. As soon as skiers unload Keetley Categorical they’re on the base of the Sultan Categorical raise, which serves the summit of 9400’ Bald Mountain, permitting a seamless connection to the center of Deer Valley. It isn’t nearly entry nonetheless, in true Deer Valley trend Keetley Categorical is an expensive expertise unto itself. Because the resort’s first six-person bubble chairlift, it retains skiers heat and shielded from the weather because it quickly ascends the hill.
When it opened to the general public for the very first time on the morning of December 31, the brand new zone was met with pleasure as contemporary snow had fallen the earlier night time and the fortunate ones who have been up early and able to shreddy acquired a style of the brand new terrain lined in a clean blanket of pow.
“This terrain enlargement represents a transformative second for Deer Valley and our snowboarding friends,” mentioned Todd Bennett, Deer Valley President & Chief Working Officer. “Keetley Categorical and the skier entry by the brand new Deer Valley East Village are the following steps in our dedication to ship distinctive entry and unparalleled ski experiences. These enhancements make our world-class terrain much more accessible whereas sustaining the considerate design and distinctive expertise that outline Deer Valley.”
For those who missed the raise’s opening day, don’t fear, there might be an official grand opening celebration on January 9, 2025 from 8 to 9 a.m. The primary 500 skiers that morning can stay up for complimentary sizzling chocolate, espresso, signature treats and a commemorative sticker.
The 24/25 season is off to a strong begin, and if the early buzz is any indicator, this enlargement goes to be a spotlight for years to return. Whether or not you’re ripping down the brand new runs or having fun with the contemporary environment of the Deer Valley East Village, the Keetley Categorical has already cemented its place as a must-ride addition to the resort’s world-class choices.
