Vacation Rental vs. Hotel Room
You’re ready to go to sleep, but Becky wants to stay up and watch that annoying reality show that you can’t stand. Earplugs are uncomfortable and there’s no way you could fit your white noise machine in your already-bursting-at-the-seams suitcase.
Sadly, this is the reality in most hotel rooms. If it’s not Becky’s late-night reality show binge, it could be that special someone who snores like a buzzsaw, or your social-media obsessed travel companion whose phone keeps buzzing. The bottom line is that hotel rooms just aren’t always the best choice.
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We’ll just jump right in to the top 5 reasons to stay in a vacation rental instead of a hotel:
5. No Resort Fees
Have you ever checked into your pre-paid hotel room only to find out that there’s an additional daily resort fee? Sometimes the fees are for amenities you aren’t even going to use! Most vacation rentals don’t have resort fees-ours certainly don’t. Make sure to Book Directly with us and skip the extra fees that Vrbo and Airbnb charge.
4. Private Laundry
Even though you over-packed and brought that fancy shirt that you’ve never worn (just in case), it’s still never enough. Once you stay in a vacation rental that has a private washer and dryer, you’ll never want to go back.
Pro Tip: Do a load of laundry before you go home so you can relax before diving back into real life.
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3. Your Very Own Kitchen
Swing by the grocery store on the way and stock the fridge with drinks, snacks, and the ingredients to prepare a meal. This is especially convenient when traveling with young children or for those with special diets.
You don’t have to stay in for every meal, though. Check out our food section to see what great restaurants and bars our destinations have to offer.
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2. More Space, Less Money
Unless you’re renting a studio condominium or hotel-style room-which we do have-vacation rentals offer more space. This means you can stay with your entire group! No more booking four hotel rooms and hoping to get a room next to your friends.
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1. Peace and Quiet
There’s nothing worse than feeling trapped. The vast majority of vacation rentals have separate living areas and/or kitchens, so when you need some time to yourself, head into a private bedroom and read a book, check some e-mails, or simply take a nap. Some vacation rentals even have private balconies or patios!
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Inspired by the winter Olympics? Book a Park City vacation rental to practice your slopestyle and challenge your family and friends to your own Olympic-worthy competition! After watching star Olympians like Shaun White and Chloe Kim shred the gnar, hit the half-pipe yourself! Or explore the other winter sports like tubing, snow-shoeing, and even riding in a bobsled! Here is our guide to how to feel like an Olympian when exploring Park City!
On the Slopes
Woodward Park City invites skiers and snowboarders to get some air on the ski slopes! With a half pipe, big air jump, and terrain parks where you can practice your gold-worthy skills. Start small and get used to the adrenaline that comes with sending a big trick. When you aren’t in a terrain park, be mindful of slope etiquette and be sure that your Olympic speed isn’t a danger to yourself or others!
The Utah Olympic Park is another hub for winter athletes who want to partake in activities such as extreme tubing and bobsledding. Tubing is a perfect activity for those who prefer innertubes to skis but still want some adrenaline on the mountain! As for bobsledding, visitors of Park City can race down the Salt Lake City 2002 Olympic Winter Games Sliding Track. With professional pilots driving the sled, guests can experience the thrill of racing down the track! The bobsled experience fills up quick so book in advance if you want to experience this unique winter Olympic activity!
Snowshoe Races
Away from the ski slopes, experience the scenery of Park City with a snow-shoeing adventure! You’ll find an array of companies that offer snow-shoeing excursions, or you can do a self-guided hike on a nearby loop trail. For a bit of an Olympic-style competition, race your family and friends through the powdery snow!
Rest Like an Olympian in a Park City Vacation Rental
After a day of adventure and friendly competition, refuel at one of the many delicious restaurants or whip up dinner in your Park City vacation rental! Soothe tired muscles in a hot tub, watch video highlights of the day with friends and family, and celebrate your Olympic effort given to these winter sports!
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Park City is Utah’s favorite playground. There is an endless variety of incredible activities to choose from, even if you find yourself in town without skis on a winter day. Try our non-skier’s primer on Deer Valley for the best things to try while your friends and family stand in line for the lifts.
Relax
Deer Valley is a relaxing, secluded retreat in the mountains. The easiest way to enjoy its unique character and tranquil charms is by just kicking back and relaxing. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to achieve peace and quiet-far from the excitement of the ski runs.
Treat Your Taste Buds
Home to some of Park City’s premier fine-dining experiences, Deer Valley is an ideal destination for foodies. While others are headed up and down the hill, you can peruse the menus at delicious restaurants all around the resort area.
Get Into Nature
All of that gorgeous terrain is good for more than just looking pretty. Even if you don’t ski, you can get back into the backcountry on snowshoes, fat tire bikes, cross-country skis, snow mobiles, or even horse-drawn sleighs.
Getting in touch with nature offers unique physical challenges as well as some of the most staggering vistas in the area. There is a nature experience for all budgets and levels of physical ambition. If all you want to do is have a seat and enjoy the ride, the Jordanelle Express Gondola offers a chance to glide down to the Jordanelle Reservoir while getting an incredible view of the Uintas.
The more dedicated outdoorsman/outdoorswoman can find daily trail grooming reports from the Mountain Trails Foundation to help choose the perfect route for a scenic hike into the mountains atop a sturdy pair of snowshoes.
Getting Around
Relatively secluded, Deer Valley is set apart from the bulk of town, up winding roads and hilly terrain. If you want to leave the Deer Valley area, you are going to want access to reliable transportation.
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Park City is Utah’s favorite playground. There is an endless variety of incredible activities to choose from, even if you find yourself in town without skis on a winter day. Try our non-skier’s primer on Park City Canyons Village activities for the best things to try while your friends and family stand in line for the lifts.
Endless Activities
Canyons Village is a dynamic and rapidly growing destination. Featuring an assortment of high-end and budget properties, natural beauty, and excellent amenities, Canyons Village has a bit of something for everyone right in the middle of everything. This area was recently connected to Park City Mountain to create the largest ski resort in North America.
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Dynamic, family-friendly, and with a focus on the guest experience, Canyons Village is the perfect place to book an exciting ski trip. Park City Canyons lodging puts world-class snow and year-round entertainment at your fingertips.
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You don’t even have to leave the Village to have a good time. There are more than enough Canyons Village activities on site to fill your afternoons with fun and relaxation.
Getting Around
Canyons Village is located between downtown and Kimball Junction, within easy driving distance of both but not really attached to either. The Village has enough to keep you busy and stocked, but if you want to visit Main Street, Outlets Park City, or any of Park City’s other major attractions, you are going to need some kind of motorized transportation.
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Explore Main Street
With its abundance of attractions and famous sights, Main Street can hold its own against the slopes any day of the week. Some of the best restaurants in town line the street, along with a collection of quaint shops and gorgeous galleries.
Dining
If you are a foodie, Park City Mountain is definitely the ski area for you. Everything from farm-to-table fare at Robert Redford’s restaurant, Zoom, or a fresh Utah steak to surprisingly fresh gourmet sushi and artisan wood-fire pizzas can be found within a block or two of the historic thoroughfare.
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Entertainment
Catch a bit of culture at a local live performance or the Egyptian Theatre, one of Park City’s most notable downtown landmarks. The Egyptian has stood since 1922 under various names, but has long been an important part of the community, and even holds a secret treasure in the form of an original Banksy tucked away on a stage door. Today, it not only hosts popular live performances like the annual production of Thriller, but continues to screen films and participate in the Sundance Film Festival, which used the theater as its home venue when it moved to Park City in 1981.
Drinks on the Town
Let it never be said that Utah is a dry state. Despite the area’s buttoned-up reputation, there are some choice watering holes located near Park City Mountain. The oldest bar in all of Park City, the No Name Saloon, or “The Alamo” as it is sometimes called locally, is a perennial favorite for the young, energetic traveller looking for a good time.
High West Distillery makes some damn fine local whisky, and even offers tours of the distillery, perfect for the true brew enthusiast. High West is also the world’s only ski-in/ski-out gastro distillery, an unusual and exciting distinction worth sampling at least once.
There are plenty of other places to wet your whistle in the vicinity, so feel free to get out there and explore.
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Enjoy the Village
If you don’t want to leave the resort area, there is still plenty to enjoy on site. Strap on some skates and spend the evening at Park City’s only outdoor skating rink. The price of admission gets you all the skating you could ever want with no time limits. Or get up on the mountain for a trip down the Alpine Coaster-a winding single-car thrill ride that rips down the side of the mountain just like a roller coaster, but without the lift hill. You can enjoy all the thrills of an afternoon on skis without all the hassle, expense, or potential for injury and humiliation.
You can always take the Town Lift just to enjoy the scenery, even if you don’t intend to spend the day on Main Street. Don’t forget that there are quite a few shops and restaurants located close at hand, for those times when you really want to stay in.
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The Best Ways to Travel to Park City
Your Park City trip is planned, you’ve picked your dates, you’ve booked your lodging. Now you just have to figure out how to get from Point A to Point B (which is Park City, Utah). Use these great travel tips and you’ll be enjoying your ski trip/wedding/staycation/family reunion/romantic getaway in no time.
Planes
The fastest way to get to Park City is by air. Okay, that isn’t strictly true. The fastest way to get to Salt Lake City is by air. Park City doesn’t have its own airport, so any flight you take is going to touch down in the Salt Lake Valley, instead. Depending on what part of Park City you plan on staying in, that means the tarmac is between 30-40 miles from your vacation rental.
Speaking of tarmac, Salt Lake City International Airport recently got a brand-new look. The brand-new terminal is a forward-looking travel hub with room to grow. Watch out, though-walking from the gate to the curb is a workout. Like the Mormon pioneers who settled the Salt Lake Valley, you are in for a lengthy trek before reaching the Promised Land of baggage claim.
Once you have your suitcases and skis in tow, you will need to ascend from the valley floor to the Wasatch peaks. You have a few options. You can take public transport, you can grab a shuttle, you can use a rideshare service, or you can rent a car. Each approach has its merits and its drawbacks.
The Canyon, the central artistic element in the new SLC airport // source: slcairport.com
Public Transit
Public transit is the cheapest and most environmentally friendly choice. Salt Lake City’s TRAX light rail system runs right out to the airport. Arriving guests can jump onto the Green Line (Route 704) and head right downtown. Riders then jump off the train at the Gallivan Plaza Station before hiking to the north side of the block, where they can transfer to the PC-SLC Connect bus (Route 902). Once on the bus, commuters go straight to Park City, where the bus deposits riders at the Kimball Junction Transit Center.
If heading straight into Main Street or to Park City Mountain Resort, travelers can take one more connection. High Valley Transit operates the bus line that connects to the Park City Transit station downtown. Hopping onto the Spiro/224 Local line (Route 101) is the most direct route.
That whole journey will cost you less than a single burger at most fast food joints. And it’s great for Mother Earth. All of Park City’s buses are now electric! But a public transit voyage will cost you time. All told, the trip from the airport takes about two hours by bus and train.
Shuttle Service
While a bit more expensive, there are some excellent airport shuttle services that will carry you all the way to Park City-without the need to transfer from the light rail to a bus-for a reasonable fee. Our favorite service, Canyon Transportation, will schedule your ride and be waiting at the curb for you. Shared service or a private vehicle are available.
Rideshare Service
Renting out a whole van is obviously the more expensive option of the two, but preferable if you don’t want to make any new friends or make extra stops along the way. A shared ride will cost you less than half of an Uber or a Lyft, but will be both a little more crowded and take a few minutes longer. You might spend north of $100 taking a rideshare from SLC to the resort during peak times, but it is a more comfortable experience than the other options so far. You can bring the cost down considerably by choosing both your travel dates and transit times carefully, but good luck snagging a cheap fare during the Sundance Film Festival.
Rental Car
If you prefer maximum independence during your stay, a rental car is probably your best bet. You can pick up your rented ride just outside baggage claim and be on the road in no time. Between the daily fee and the gas, you will spend more on transportation this way. But you do get ultimate freedom. Go where you want, when you want.
Renting a car isn’t a perfect solution, though. We already mentioned the cost, but parking can be a major headache in Park City. During peak ski season or holiday dates, there just aren’t enough spots to go around. You might end up orbiting the resort lot like the world’s smallest, gas-guzzling-est moon in search of a spot. Be mindful of the parking situation when planning your excursions by car.
Automobiles
Speaking of cars, let’s talk about driving to Park City. If you’re making a road trip out of your stay, you can approach our little mountain community from several angles.
Parley’s Canyon (I-80)
A direct shot from Salt Lake City (or other points westward, like California) is the quickest and easiest way to reach Park City. Parley’s Canyon cuts right through the mountains on I-80. Whether you start on I-15, the I-215 Beltway, or right on I-80, you will funnel into the mouth of the canyon headed east, ascending the twisting slopes for about 15-20 minutes before getting off on Exit 145 toward Kimball Junction. Once off the freeway, State Route 224 runs from the exit all the way into the downtown area. It is a well-known and well-worn commute. Traffic on 224 is heavy running into town in the morning, and slow running out of town in the evening.
Regarding Parley’s Canyon, keep an eye on the UDOT traffic cameras and be prepared with snow tires or to chain up if it starts to snow before your drive. The canyon can and will be restricted to AWD or chained vehicles once the powder starts piling up. Parley’s is a dangerous place during a storm. Please don’t tackle the drive if you are not confident in your abilities or your car.
Parley’s Canyon in the winter // source: sltrib.com
Provo Canyon (U.S. Route 189)
If you are coming from the south, you have the option of taking the scenic route through Provo Canyon. U.S. Route 189 branches off of I-15 and serves as the main thoroughfare through Provo, Utah. Follow the road north and it squeezes into a beautiful canyon. This twisting corridor will take you past Sundance Resort, Bridal Veil Falls, Deer Creek State Park, and Heber City, Utah. You can even stop off and enjoy the Midway Crater or Ice Castles on your way into town.
It is a beautiful drive, but it is even more treacherous than Parley’s in the snow. I-80 is a major artery of American trade and shipping. Provo Canyon is not. So guess who gets more attention from the snow plows when the storm arrives? If skies are clear, go for it. Otherwise, continue north and opt for the safer bet on I-80.
Weber and Echo Canyons (I-84/I-80)
Travelers coming from the north have the option of skipping I-15 congestion starting just south of Ogden. Instead of sitting through rush hour, you can take a shortcut through the mountains courtesy of I-84. The road is less challenging than the steep climb through Parley’s Canyon, so you’ll have more time to look out at the Wasatch Back while you drive.
The disadvantage to this route is that the road isn’t as wide as I-80, so you may get stuck behind slower traffic. The freeway can be disrupted more easily because there are fewer lanes to go around. I-84 eventually runs into I-80 at Echo Reservoir, where southbound guests will join those coming westward along I-80 for the final approach into Park City. This last leg has more of the twists and turns common to Parley’s Canyon, but still isn’t as steep.
No matter which road you take, getting into Park City requires mountain driving. Summer or winter, clear skies or blizzard conditions, it pays to be careful. Make sure your car is up to the task. Good tires and healthy brakes are essential for a safe drive. Leave an adequate space cushion, and watch your speed in the turns. We want you to arrive safe and sound for your stay.
Trains
Trains, while uncommon, do still run across the West. There are two forms of rail transport that can get you closer to Park City, though neither will take you all the way. Whether you ride Amtrak or the TRAX light rail system, your train journey will still require automotive assistance for the last few miles.
TRAX
We briefly mentioned TRAX in the public transportation portion of this article. This light rail platform operates three lines in the vicinity of Salt Lake City plus a “FrontRunner” commuter line that runs from Provo to Ogden (and a little beyond).
The Red Line runs from the Daybreak community beyond South Jordan to the University of Utah hospital in the northeast.
The Blue Line starts downtown and heads off to Draper.
And the Green Line starts at the airport, heads downtown, then veers off to West Valley City. For Park City travelers, the downtown stops make it easy to jump on the PC-SLC bus, which we covered earlier.
Amtrak
For long-distance rail travel, Amtrak will be your service provider. They run one route through Salt Lake City, the California Zephyr. Running from Emeryville, California all the way to Chicago, this route takes guests through some of the most breathtaking terrain this side of the Mississippi.
Far from a quick trip, a cross-country voyage on an Amtrak train gives you several days to savor the majesty of the American West, disconnect from modern life (no WiFi onboard), and really relax. Whether you are a little bit of a cowboy or just have an adventurous spirit, these trains offer contemporary convenience tinged with Wild West nostalgia.
A historic shot of Amtrak’s California Zephyr // source: history.amtrak.com
Stay With Us!
You need somewhere to relax once you’ve arrived. It doesn’t matter whether you got here on a plane, a train, or an automobile, lodging is essential. All Seasons Resort Lodging has the best selection of condos, townhomes, and vacation residences in Park City. From ski-in/ski-out condos to enormous luxury homes, we have it all. Book your lodging today before you take to the skies/get on the road/ride the rails. to unwind between sunny days.
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Dive into the top events, activities, festivals that keep people coming back to Winter’s Favorite Town year-round!
In a town notorious for its easy accessibility to world-class skiing, winter can seem like the only viable season to visit. With the 2002 Olympics catapulting Utah and Park City into the world’s view, this once sleepy mountain town has grown to become a year-round destination. Along with the pristine powder, visitors come back year after year and find perfect weather and friendly people. Come explore what year-round fun looks like in Winter’s Favorite Town.
Winter
Its no secret, Salt Lake City International Airport is the gateway to the world’s best powder. In all of 60 minutes from touching down on the tarmac, you can find yourself gearing up for an epic snow day at one of 3 renowned resorts. Aside from skiing, Park City is synonymous with hosting elite events and festivals.
Torchlight Parade at Deer Valley (Late December)
- Ring in the New Year with Deer Valley’s annual tradition! Instructors clad in Christmas lights, take to the slopes in synchronized motions to the delight of spectators below. Grab a warm drink and huddle at the base of Snow Park Lodge to observe this spectacular light show!
Sundance Film Festival (January 20- January 30)
- Utah’s heaviest powder months also play host to the internationally acclaimed Sundance Film Festival. Celebrities and cinephiles alike descend on Main Street for 10 days of premiers and partying. Lodging can be scarce, so plan ahead and take advantage of early-bird deals before the flurries and film buffs arrive.
FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup (Early February)
- For 20 years, the world’s best freestyle skiers have launched into the air and raced to the finish at Deer Valley for the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup. This year is no exception! Join one of Park City’s most beloved winter tradition and experience the thrill of witnessing Olympic hopefuls reach new heights.
Spring
Only nay-sayers would look at the spring months and consider them fruitless. The more experienced traveler knows that Spring in a Mountain town is a non-stop party. Live like a local and catch the last bit of snow on the mountain (preferably in costume). Or get in the gruv to live music weekly. Park City is yours to explore in Spring!
Spring Gruv & Pond Skimming (March-April)
- Shed the layers and bask under bluebird skies! The resorts continue the winter fun by organizing Spring Gruv, a weekly live outdoor concert series. Bear witness to the most thrilling event of the season, Pond Skimming. Where the adventuresome don kooky costumes and attempt to skim over a pond.
Wasatch Film Festival (April)
- A film festival not for the faint of heart. The week-long Wasatch Mountain Film Festival features over 50 films between Park City and Salt Lake, showcasing stories of extreme outdoor adventure.
Spring
There’s a local saying here in Park City. “Come for the winter, stay for the summer.” Don’t believe it? Fewer crowds and affordable prices might just have you reconsider Park City as a winter-only destination. Not to mention extended daylight hours for more time to pack in the fun! Check out these world-class outdoor events, activities, and festivals that keep our mountain town bustling in the “off” season.
Savor the Summit (Late June)
- A different take on “street food” This one-of-a-kind event elevates the already impeccable dining experience in Park City to new heights by shutting down Main Street and turning it into the largest outdoor dinner party! Take a seat with 2,500 others and enjoy the culinary talents of Park City’s best restaurants in the fresh open air.
Kimball Arts Festival (Early August)
- Considered one of the premier art festivals in the nation, this 3-day festival hosts 200+ of the best fine artists from across the country to sell their masterpieces on Main Street. Get in touch with your inner artist and explore the vibrant offerings, live music, craft stations, and food trucks.
Independence Day Celebrations (Early July)
- Celebrating America’s birthday at 7,000 feet is no small feat. Parades, activities, races, and more await you in and around Park City. After a full day of fun in the sun, head to the base of Park City Mountain Resort, and be treated to impressive firework displays that color the Wasatch range in light.
Fall
Park City is beautiful 365 days a year. However, our town is most magnificent when the landscape is transformed by yellows, reds, and oranges! These prime outdoor activities, festivals, and celebrations will have you in awe with Autumn in Park City.
Autumn Aloft (Mid-September)
- Park City’s loftiest event might not be what you have in mind. To signal the start of the Autumn season, 20+ hot air balloons take to the skies to the delight of spectators on the ground!
Scenic Trail and Drives (Late September-Mid October)
- Leaf peepers unite! Park City is home to over 400 miles of continuous non-motorized trails, so there is no shortage of options for visiting hikers, bikers, and photographers. For those looking to cover more ground, simply going for a drive can leave you breathless!
Oktoberfest (October)
- Leave the passports at home and celebrate this world-wide phenomenon at 7,000 feet at Park City Mountain Resort! The resort puts on a 3-day annual hommage to Bavarian culture featuring polka dancing, brat eating, keg bowling, alpenhorn blowing, and of course, beer drinking! Don’t forget the lederhosen.
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There is an important maxim you should always remember when planning your winter trips to Park City: earlier is better. That doesn’t necessarily mean booking early in the ski season. It does mean that preparing for your perfect ski trip is best done months ahead of time, while the sun is still shining well into the evening and the leaves are still attached to the trees. Let us walk you through some of the most crucial considerations for booking an ideal winter trip before the first snowflakes fall.
Updated for the 2021/2022 ski season.
The Here and Now and the Then and Snow
How much snow will there be?
Skis and snowboards won’t do you much good on dirt and stone. You also aren’t going to get far if the resorts are closed when you arrive. No, that wouldn’t do at all. You want piles of powder on meticulously-groomed terrain, and that starts with date selection.
While meteorologists don’t always get it right, they are pretty good at making accurate long-range predictions for the upcoming season while we are still months out. A plethora of powder prognosticators promote proprietary predictive models for probable precipitation levels-The Farmer’s Almanac being the among the most famous and storied of the bunch, though there are others. Consulting any of these forward-thinking estimates will give you a reasonable idea of the sort of winter you should expect.
In the upcoming season, Park City is predicted to experience a cold, typical winter with average snow fall by On The Snow and Farmer’s Almanac.
A Date With the Resort
The resort is gorgeous at night
Next, you need to consult the projected opening and closing days for the resorts you might want to visit. Similar to the long-range forecasters just mentioned, resorts must make educated guesses about the viable window for profitable operation. For the 2021/2022 season, Park City Mountain will be opening on November 28 and closing the following April 17. Obviously, if you want to ski Park City Mountain, you will want to schedule your visit between those dates.
That is a pretty big window, and there are tons of ways to enjoy the resort within such a broad spectrum. Early skiing, spring skiing, holiday events, celebrity spotting during Sundance, night skiing. Everything changes depending on when you show up. You could have a whole different vacation every week if you wanted!
Pass It On
Get a deal on your lift tickets
Now that you’ve got a timeframe, you need access to the slopes. Skiing/snowboarding isn’t cheap. But there are ways to make winter sports just a bit more affordable. There are a couple of large aggregate resort passes that include one or another of Park City’s resorts, along with a variety of other destinations.
The Epic Pass includes access to 65 resorts, including Park City Mountain. You get unlimited access for a relatively cheap $999. That’s not bad, given the price of a single day’s ticket purchased a la carte can be $199 or more.
The Ikon Pass includes access to 36 mountains, including Park City’s Deer Valley Resort and Salt Lake City’s Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird for $1,049. There is a downside to the Ikon Pass, however. Access to Deer Valley is not unlimited. Instead, you only get seven days of access to Deer Valley Resort, and another seven days to split between Alta and Snowbird however you like.
EpicMix
Vail’s all-in-one resort app is your resource for on-mountain information and support. From dining reservations and snow reports to safety alerts and ski-patrol access, EpicMix is just what you need to take charge of your Park City Mountain experience. You can download it before your arrival.For Android users, visit Google Play »For Apple users, visit the App Store »
Where to Lay Your Head
A Park City favorite: The Lodge at the Mountain Village
You aren’t going to spend 24 hours on the slopes, no matter how much you might want to. You are going to need to sleep somewhere. So where are you going to stay? There are plenty of options in town. Unfortunately, you are going to need to commit far in advance if you want to get the best lodging, putting down your cash before your trip without the ability to change your mind due to strict cancellation policies.
But there are exceptions. Those who book their lodging long before the snows fall are often eligible for excellent promotions and discounts. Hotels and property management companies love to get early commitments to fill their winter rooms, and are willing to offer exceptional incentives to make that happen, including All Seasons Resort Lodging.
Never Too Early
By planning early, you will save yourself a lot of stress and a lot of cash. Pick your date, choose your resort, and book your lodging. By booking with us, in particular, you can grab the perfect condo, townhome, or vacation residence without sacrificing the option to alter your plans free of major penalties in case you change your mind.
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Park City gets excited about Halloween
As the ghosts and ghouls shake off the grave dust, the living denizens of Park City get busy preparing for the spookiest day of the year. Look no further for the frightfully perfect Halloween in Park City-we’ve rounded up some of the best October amusements to keep you busy until All Hallows’ Eve arrives. Then, don’t forget to book a Park City vacation rental so you have a place to stay during the spookiest of nights.
UPDATED: New activities and fun added September 2021.
Howl-O-Ween
One of Park City’s most popular Halloween attractions, the Howl-O-Ween dog parade is an annual event dedicated to man’s best friend. Revelers come from all over Park City and beyond with their canine companions dressed in all manner of wacky, whimsical, or spooky costumes. Main Street becomes a fashion runway for four-legged friends as the heart of Park City goes to the dogs.
In addition to the dog parade (and some terrible puns), Howl-O-Ween boasts plenty of fun activities and treats for the whole family. Dogs aren’t the only ones encouraged to dress up, of course.
Little monsters are invited to trick or treat in the safe environment of Main Street by visiting participating merchants from 3 PM – 5 PM on Halloween. The parade itself begins immediately after.
Image: Good buzz for Halloween in Park City at the parade.
Image credit: Park City Ghost Tours
Park City didn’t just spring up a couple of decades ago as a skier’s paradise. Once upon a time it was a frontier mining town, full of people who lived, died, and maybe didn’t move on. Main Street features a nightly ghost walk at 8:00 p.m. that explores fifteen of Park City’s most hair-raising ghost stories.
One of the best ghost walks in the country, the Park City tour will give you a spooky good time while relating some fascinating history, paranormal and otherwise.
Make sure to keep an eye out for Park City’s most famous ghost: The Man in the Yellow Slicker. Tour guests have experienced many usual occurrences and mysterious apparitions over the years. Who knows what manner of spectral adventures you will uncover? Make your reservations ahead of time.
Haunted Park City
Scarecrow Festival at McPolin Farm
Grab an event ticket for the family and add your own flair to the farm with your own scarecrow! Or just go for a walk on the trail around the farm and enjoy everyone else’s creations.
The event goes from 2 PM – 4 PM on October 2, 2021. Treats and cider are provided while you work on your award-winning scarecrow. May they be “out standing” in their field! Get more information here.
Image: McPolin Farm
Sleepy Hollow Wagon Rides
Image Credit: Sleepy Hollow
Have an encounter with a legendary specter when you go on the Sleepy Hollow Halloween Wagon Ride. Head down to Soldier Hollow and prepare for an eerie ride through the canyons and cottonwood trees. The wagon, pulled by working draft horses, meanders through the mysterious scenery while a narrator relates the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Unlike many other haunted attractions, this event is definitely family-friendly. Reservations are required, so make sure you get your tickets ahead of time.
Park City Nursery Pumpkin Patch
It wouldn’t be Halloween without a jack-o-lantern. And everyone knows that the perfect jack-o-lantern starts with the perfect pumpkin. Perfect pumpkins aren’t found in bins outside groceries stores. They come from pumpkin patches. Park City Nursery just so happens to have an excellent pumpkin patch, littered with truckloads of perfect pumpkins, waiting to be turned into Halloween masterpieces.
Bring the kids, head into the patch, and come back with the perfect gourdy canvas for your best jack-o-lantern. In addition to your orange harvest, make sure to spend some time in the pumpkin maze or the free haunted forest, also located on the property.
All autumn attractions are open during normal operating hours, which are:
- 8 AM – 6 PM on weekdays
- 9 AM – 5 PM on Saturdays
- 10 AM – 5 PM on Sundays.
The nursery is located on the west side of US-224, just north of Canyons Village in Snyderville.
Image credit: Park City Nursery
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Please bring a face covering with you when you visit Park City and be sure to read posted signage at the businesses that you visit. Our vacation rental units are located in buildings that are not owned by All Seasons Resort Lodging and each building has different masking requirements. As a company, we will continue to follow all local and state health guidance to prioritize your safety and comfort.
We hope you’re well and are staying safe. Our staff has been working hard to ensure that when you’re ready to travel again, we’re here to welcome you and provide the best possible vacation experience.
We will do our best to keep this page updated as health guidance changes. We encourage you to visit the Summit County Health Department’s website to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information prior to visiting.
Without further ado (you can jump to questions using the links below):
- Am I Required to Wear a Face Covering When I Visit Park City?
- What Are Your Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting Protocols?
- Are Your Pools, Hot Tubs, and Fitness Rooms Open?
- Do You Offer a Contact-Free Check-In Option?
Am I Required to Wear a Face Covering When I Visit Park City?
No. There are no mandates requiring face coverings for Park City. Individual businesses may have their own policies, however.
What Are Your Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting Protocols?
Accommodations
As always, All Seasons Resort Lodging is diligently cleaning and preparing each vacation rental home and condo before guests arrive. The following frequently touched areas are regularly disinfected by our trained housekeeping staff using powerful disinfectants.
All Areas
- Doorknobs
- Fans and lamp chains
- Garbage cans
- Ironing boards and irons
- Common area keys (if applicable)
- Light switches
- Railings
- Remote controls
- Tabletops
- Thermostats
- Windowsills and window handles
Kitchen
- All appliance handles, knobs, and keypads
- Cabinet handles and pulls
- Hard-surface chairs
- Sink faucets and basin
- Counter tops
- Soap dispensers
Bedrooms
- Bedside tables
- Alarm clocks
- Luggage racks
- Cabinet pulls
Bathrooms
- Sink faucets and basin
- Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and soap dispensers
- Shower curtains and doors
- Shower and tub
- Toilets
Common Areas
Our common areas have been modified to comply with all health and safety recommendations set by health officials. We’ve taken steps to ensure social distancing in all aspects of our operations. Read more about how we’re keeping our guests, homeowners, and employees safe during the COVID-19 pandemic here.
Are Your Pools, Hot Tubs, and Fitness Rooms Open?
Yes! All of our pools, hot tubs, and fitness rooms are open unless specifically noted otherwise.
Private in-unit hot tubs are open.
Do You Offer a Contact-Free Check-In Option?
Direct-To-Door Check-In
Yes! All of our Residence Collection Vacation Homes are direct-to-door check-ins with keyless entry. You simply book a reservation, and we’ll email you detailed check-in instructions with a unique door code, driving directions, and a phone number to contact us if you need any help checking in.
When you’re ready to check out, simply close the door and your unique entry code expires at our normal check-out time of 11 am.
On-Site Check-In Areas
The check-in areas for our other vacation rentals have been updated to allow for social distancing between guests and plexiglass dividers between guests and our guest service staff.
- During normal business hours, an employee is at the check-in area to assist guests and homeowners.
- Guest check-in envelopes are in a stand near the check-in area and contain either a sanitized room key or a code for keyless access to the room.
Here’s what you can expect at our check-in areas. Pictured is our Silver King reception.
Will still offer after-hours check-in, allowing guests to pick up the keys to their unit from a kiosk-no face-to-face contact necessary!
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