UDOT Is Finally Doing Something About Little Cottonwood Canyon's Ski Traffic

It's no secret that ski traffic in Utah's Little Cottonwood Canyon has gotten a bit out of hand in the last few years.
The never-ending line of cars winding up the canyon has earned the nickname the 'Red Snake' and has become a pain point for Wasatch skiers. The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has proposed a number of solutions to the Red Snake, with varying degrees of support from the community.
On December 17, 2025, UDOT announced a new plan to improve travel and reduce traffic in Lit