Advocating for common sense, low-cost transportation solutions for Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Canyon Guard, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in December 2023. Its formation was a direct response to the Utah Department of Transportation’s (UDOT) decision to proceed with the construction of a gondola in Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC).
The primary objective of Canyon Guard is to halt the proposed gondola project, while advocating for sustainable and effective alternative solutions to mitigate traffic congestion within LCC.
Our Focus
Community Outreach
Canyon Guard is working with the public to promote transportation solutions by engaging them in the process, raising awareness, fostering dialogue, and providing opportunities to make their voice heard.
Legislative Education
We work to build strong relationships and collaborate with policymakers to advance community-supported, cost-effective transportation solutions.
Litigation Monitoring
Canyon Guard is actively monitoring the litigation from three other entities challenging UDOT’s gondola decision, asserting that UDOT failed to comply with federal and state laws. Learn more about their legal action here.
Donate to Support Canyon Guard
Your donation directly fuels the resource-intensive public education efforts regarding common sense transportation solutions to protect Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Learn About Alternatives to the Gondola
Canyon Guard supports the following alternatives:
- Restoring and improving ski bus service
- Enforcing HOV restrictions
- Incentivizing carpooling
- Improve traction laws