[2] Before construction on the park began, it faced criticism from local landowners and citizens of Summit County, concerned over traffic and environmental effects.

The original estimated park cost was $26.3 million and included the ski jumps, bobsled-luge track, and a day lodge, all to be completed by September 1992.

While construction was progressing on the track, Salt Lake City won its 1995 bid to host the 2002 Winter Olympics, and plans were developed to expand the park.

Also, the construction of starting houses on the track, chairlifts, storage buildings, new access roads, pedestrian bridges, parking lots, and sewer and water lines were all part of the expansion plan.

Other facilities in addition to the ski jumps and bobsled track located on-site include the Joe Quinney Winter Sports Center (which houses the Alf Engen Ski Museum and the Eccles Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games Museum), a day lodge, a summer aerial training splash pool, zip lines, and a mountain coaster.