Nordic Valley Ski Resort was established in 1968 by Arthur Christiansen, who originally bought the land from Taylor Burton in 1960. Christiansen had a vision of creating an up-to-date ski resort in the area, and quickly made his dream a reality. He started construction in 1967, utilizing the natural terrain of the Wasatch Mountain Range to create unique trails for skiers and snowboarders. One year later, Nordic Valley opened its doors for business with 30 trails and three chair lifts.