Early History
Eagle Point Ski Resort was opened in 1972 by Amy and Conrad Koning, who envisioned creating an accessible getaway for skiers and snowboarders in the Wasatch Mountains near Beaver, Utah. The resort consisted of just two chairlifts when it first opened its doors but quickly grew as the popularity of skiing increased in the area. By 1978, Eagle Point Ski Resort had added five more chair lifts and one of the first aerial tramways in the world, which allowed a maximum capacity of 1,500 skiers at any given time.
Originally called Elk Meadows Ski Area, the resort was soon renamed to Eagle Point Ski Resort in honor of a nearby peak known as “Eagle’s Point”. The towering tramway allowed unprecedented access to some of the most difficult slopes in Utah and quickly established itself as one of the premier ski destinations in the United States.
History of Beaver, Utah
Beaver, Utah has long been known as a hub for outdoor recreation. It is located at the base of Tushar Mountain in the Fishlake National Forest and has been a popular destination for hunting, fishing, and camping since the early 1900s. In addition to providing access to Eagle Point Ski Resort, Beaver is also home to several other popular ski resorts, including Eagle Point’s neighbor Brian Head Ski Resort.
In the early 1980s, Beaver saw an influx of local businesses and experienced a population boom. The city remains a popular tourist destination to this day due to its close proximity to several world-class ski resorts and its abundance of outdoor activities.

Recent Developments
In recent years, Eagle Point Ski Resort has undergone several renovations and expansions in order to keep up with the changing ski industry. During a seven-year period, they remodeled the Canyonside Lodge located in the heart of Eagle Point Ski Resort. They also installed a new snowmaking system, which allows them to provide optimal skiing conditions even during the busiest times of the year.
In 2018, Eagle Point Ski Resort announced plans to develop an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as a ski shop that will offer rental equipment and clothing for guests. The resort has also begun offering a variety of other recreational activities such as snowshoeing, sledding, and tubing.