Outdoor Activities

Cool Park City Summers Some days, you just have to beat the heat. When the sun threatens to boil your brain, you need an escape. Fortunately, Park City is a perfect place to stay when you want a cool summer getaway. Try some of our favorite summer activities when you need to stay cool in Park City. Rafting and Tubing Fly Fishing Timpanogos Cave Shop Till You Drop Gallery Stroll...

Dine While Enjoying the Fresh Mountain Air Take your meal al fresco with outdoor dining in Park City. Especially after the quarantines and the lockdowns, it sure is a relief to enjoy an exquisitely prepared dish while basking in Park City’s natural splendor. Whether it’s a deck, a patio, a balcony, an alley, or a sidewalk, these 15 restaurants are the perfect place to take in the sights while you...

Looking Forward to Park City Summers Be honest. When you think of Park City, you imagine deep snow and ski trips, don’t you? Park City summer activities don’t immediately spring to mind. Utah’s favorite mountain retreat is actually an exciting all-seasons destination, packed with tons of warm-weather adventures. Watersports on Jordanelle Reservoir Hot Air Ballooning Summer Concert Series Bobsledding at Utah Olympic Park Grab Some Ice Cream SUP at Deer...

There is more to a Park City winter than skiing. Downhill skiing and snowboarding are a lot of fun, but variety is the spice of life. We like to keep our winters spicy by exploring the many outdoor winter activities in Park City. Try some of these non-skiing outdoor Park City activities when you want a change of pace. Tubing Instead of gliding down the mountainside on skis or a...

Stay Smart: For information about how we’re helping our guests take smart vacations amid COVID-19 read visit our Smart Stays page. What is ice castles? If you were dubious of Park City’s winter wonderland status, a visit to ice castles will leave you awestruck and convinced! What are ice castles? Exactly what you are picturing- a towering maze of snow and ice illuminated with LED colored lights. The castles are a...

Even as we ease travel restrictions and open our doors for business, social distancing remains a top priority. For travelers seeking to maintain social distance, Park City is a great choice. We are an outdoor paradise with enough open space and blue sky to keep everyone at least 6 feet apart. Try these Park City social distancing tips for a safe, responsible stay. Trails The easiest way to stay socially...

The thrill of witnessing wildlife in their natural setting is hard to beat. Unlike the faster-paced outdoor recreations that entice travelers to Utah, catching a glimpse of wild animals requires patience for the opportune moment and, in some cases, a smidge of luck! Fortunately, the state of Utah is home to more than 600 species of mammals, fishes, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. We are highlighting the top 7 spectacular species that...

Family Fun Abounds in Utah Park City isn’t just a ski town, and it isn’t just for grown-ups. Utah’s favorite playground is the perfect home base for all kinds of year-round family-friendly activities. We’d go so far as to say that the best things to do in Utah with kids are all right here in Park City. With that said, we’ve snuck in a few extra favorites in nearby communities...

Utah Olympic Park isn’t just a winter wonderland. There is plenty to do at the park year round. Every corner of this sprawling campus is filled with fun and excitement for the warm-weather visitor. Get a taste of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games during your trip to Park City. The best Park City Utah Olympics activities live on at Utah Olympic Park. Up on the mountainside above Kimball Junction, this reminder...

Trailriffic times await! It is true: Park City has some of the best snow on the planet. But that isn’t what we’re going to discuss today. We won’t even talk about the world-class events and festivals that call this little mountain retreat home. Instead, we are here to shed some light on the unsung hero of outdoor features: Park City trails. A few years back, we spoke with one of...