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Scenic Chairlift Rides

Available for a Limited Time This Fall!

Experience Fall Colors From the Grand Canyon Express!

This fall, there’s a brand-new way to take in one of the most beautiful times of year at Arizona Snowbowl!

For the first time ever during fall colors, Scenic Chairlift Rides will be available alongside Scenic Gondola Rides October 3 – 18, giving you the option to experience an open-air ride high above the trees as the aspens turn yellow and gold.

See Fall From a New Perspective

Ride above the treetops as pockets of golden aspens brighten the mountainside, with sweeping views stretching across Northern Arizona.

From the open-air Grand Canyon Express, you’ll take in forested ridgelines, volcanic landscapes and distant views that can stretch toward Sedona and even the Grand Canyon on clear days.

  • Ride Duration: Approximately 20–30 minutes round-trip
  • Lift: Grand Canyon Express
  • Experience: Roundtrip open-air Scenic Chairlift Ride
  • Scenery: Fall colors and incredible Northern Arizona views!

How It Works

Your ticket includes unlimited Scenic Chairlift Rides on the Grand Canyon Express for the day, so you can ride again, spend time enjoying the mountain and experience fall from a whole new perspective.

With both the Grand Canyon Express and Arizona Gondola operating during fall colors, you can make a full day of exploring the mountain from above.

  • Hours: 10 AM–4 PM
    Oct. 3, 4, & 10: 10 AM–2 PM
  • Ticket: Unlimited rides for the day

Tickets & Savings

Our scenic tickets use demand-based pricing, which means the earlier you purchase, the more you can save.

Plus, every adult ticket includes $10 in Bowl Bucks* to use at the resort during your visit.

Fall colors are one of the most popular times to visit the mountain, so plan ahead and lock in your ride!

Bowl Bucks are included with online adult (13+) ticket purchases made by 11:59 PM the day before your visit. Valid only on the day of your visit.

Stay at Basecamp & Ride FREE!

Turn your fall-color visit into a Northern Arizona getaway! Every night you stay at Basecamp at Snowbowl, you’ll receive a FREE scenic ride ticket per guest, valid for available Scenic Chairlift or Scenic Gondola Rides during your stay.

Basecamp is located just seven miles from Arizona Snowbowl and seven miles from downtown Flagstaff, making it an easy home base for a fall trip to the mountains.

Scenic Chairlift Ride FAQs

Can I use my season pass to ride the scenic chairlift?

No, season passes are valid for the specific winter season they were purchased for and cannot be used for summer rides or activities.

What is the weather policy and can I change my ticket?

If operations are suspended for 30+ minutes due to weather, you’ll receive resort credit for any unused ticket. You can change your ticket up until 11:59 PM the night before your visit by emailing [email protected].

  • Credits are valid through April 30, 2027.
  • No changes or credits can be honored the day of or after your visit.
  • Credits can be used for summer or winter lift tickets, activities, dining, retail, or season passes.

How do unlimited Scenic Chairlift Rides work?

Scenic Chairlift tickets include unlimited rides during daytime operating hours. You may ride as many times as you like, but you must unload at the bottom terminal between laps.

Where can I get answers for questions not on this list?

Please send us an email at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to answer any other questions you have!

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