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 Summer tobogganing |
1310 Lowell Avenue (at Park City Mountain Resort) Salt Lake City, UT 84060 United States +1 435 649 8111 / +1 800 222 7275 http://www.parkcitymountain.com |
Come race your buddies down the snow-less slopes of Park City Mountain Resort. Riders take a ski lift to the top and then mount wheeled toboggans at the starting point. Two side-by-side concrete tracks guide speedsters along a winding, bumpy path to the bottom of the mountain. Not for the weak of heart, this ride will keep thrill seekers coming back for more. Multi-ride tickets and day passes are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Utah's original ski resort |
State Highway 210 (P.O. Box 8007) Salt Lake City, UT 84092 United States +1 801 359 1078 / +1 801 572 3939 http://www.altaskiarea.com |
Proud of its inexpensive lift tickets, long-held ski traditions and ski-anywhere policy, this friendly property is a favorite among Salt Lake City locals. Although snowboarding is not allowed and slower lifts can lengthen holiday lift lines, locals prefer the resort for its high-altitude powder and pine-covered alpine terrain. Beginners praise the high percentage of easy runs, while advanced skiers appreciate the ski-anywhere policy. Check website for prices and further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buffalo, biking and boating |
4528 West 1700 South Salt Lake City, UT 84075 United States +1 801 773 2941 |
This barren state park offers grasslands, sand dunes, beaches, a marina and a wildlife refuge. The 15 mile long island provides trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Camping sites are available, and those staying overnight on the island have better odds of spotting some of the park's wildlife, including buffalo, deer and a variety of bird life. Auto access is through Syracuse. Drivers should take I-15 north to exit 335 and head west nine miles to the island causeway. The current entrance fee is $6 per automobile. Open Monday to Sunday year-round. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Salt, salt, everywhere! |
7200 West Lake Point (I-80 Exit 111) Salt Lake City, UT 84074 United States +1 801 250 1898 / +1 435 773 2941 |
This area has been popular with bathers since the Mormon Pioneers first arrived in the basin in the middle of the 19th century. Although no swimming ability is necessary (the high salt content of the water keeps even non-swimmers afloat), bathers should be aware that the super-salty water may irritate throat, eyes and nose. A small visitors' center offers a museum, local information and a video about the lake, while the private SaltAir development provides a few shops, some food outlets and space for concerts and other events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old-time locomotive memories |
450 South 600 West Salt Lake City, UT 84032 United States +1 435 654 5601 / +1 435 581 9980 http://www.hebervalleyrr.org/b... |
Diesel and steam engine trains travel along this historic railroad line through beautiful Soldier Hollow, Provo Canyon and Heber Valley. In wintertime, pot-bellied stoves keep riders warm inside passenger cars. Year-round, passengers may choose to ride in open-air cars for the full train journey experience. Try a train ride in autumn. You will be amazed by all of the colors that grace the mountains. The ride is great fun for kids. Calling ahead for tickets is strongly advised. Call for seasonal hours of operation Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Utah's biggest state zoo |
2600 East Sunnyside Ave Salt Lake City, UT 84108 United States +1 801 582 1631 / +1 801 584 1729 http://www.hoglezoo.org |
With an excellent staff and educational programs, this midsize zoo remains a favorite with kids. The zoo plays home to over 200 species. Outstanding exhibits include Elephant Encounter exhibit, the Primate Forest, and The African Savannah. The zoo remains open all year. Children two years and under are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The city's favorite park |
1100 South 600 East Salt Lake City, UT 84105 United States +1 801 972 7800 |
The largest and most central property of the city's public park system, this 80 acre playground offers recreational activities for all. Children applaud the Children's Garden and boating pond, playground, amusement park and snack bar. Older visitors enjoy the swimming pool and the tennis park's 16 lighted courts. Recent developments have added a well-conceived interactive map that uses pools and fountains to depict the topography of Utah. Liberty Park is also home to the ever-popular Tracy Aviary, the Chase Mill and the Chase Home Museum of Folk Art. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer fun for little ones |
1310 Lowell Avenue (at Park City Mountain Resort) Salt Lake City, UT 84060 United States +1 435 649 8111 http://www.parkcitymountain.com |
This summertime amusement area brings kid-pleasing fun to the base of Park City Mountain Resort. Kiddie rides, the Big Air Tramp, miniature golf, and the Alpine Slide combine for hours of potential distraction. Additional attractions include shops and restaurants, lift-served hiking and mountain biking and a new skate park. The stunning Legacy Lodge offers buffet-style meal service to those needing nourishment. Single-tickets, multi-ride tickets and day passes are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nature's handiwork high on a hill |
300 Wakara Way University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT 84108 United States +1 801 581 4747 http://www.redbuttegarden.org/ |
Operated by the University of Utah, these botanical gardens offer visitors panoramic valley views and an extensive collection of plants, trees, flowers and shrubs from around the world. The gardens and arboretum remain open all year with displays changing to fit the season. The visitors' center offers frequent educational programs, miles of hiking trail beckon outdoor enthusiasts, and light shows, chamber concerts, and guided treks entertain guests throughout the year. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children between the ages of two and seventeen, U of U Staff, and seniors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All-season mountain fun |
Little Cottonwood Canyon (P.O. Box 929000) Salt Lake City, UT 84092 United States +1 800 385 2002 / +1 800 933 2100 (Snow Report) http://www.snowbird.com |
The lodge facilities are the most comprehensive in the Cottonwoods, with meeting rooms, a variety of shops and an extra large dining patio featuring popular mid-day barbeques. The Wasatch Range's largest gondola totes guests up the mountain to 89 runs tha t encompass 1,800 skiable acres and span a 3,240-foot total vertical drop. Runs wind through impressive alpine terrain and drop over the backside of the mountain into Mineral Basin. Check website for prices and further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everything under the sun |
North Fork Provo Canyon (Rural Route 3, Box A1) Salt Lake City, UT 84604 United States +1 801 225 4107 |
In 1969, Robert Redford founded the Sundance Resort. This beautiful alpine retreat merges art and recreation while preserving the natural landscape. The hub of the Sundance Resort is Sundance village, complete with guest cottages, mountain homes, restaurants, artisan center and spacious conference facilities. Guests enjoy cross-country skiing, snowboarding, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and fly fishing, outdoor summer theatre and art studies. The art classes offered at the Sundance Art Shack Studios operate under the premise that everyone has creative talents just waiting to be revealed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Winter recreation at Sundance Resort |
North Fork Provo Canyon (Hwy 92 at Hwy 189) Salt Lake City, UT 84604 United States +1 801 225 4100 http://www.sundanceresort.com |
Inexpensive by local standards, this ski resort boasts uncrowded ski slopes and alpine terrain. With just 450 skiable acres and only 320 inches annual snowfall, this resort is one of the smallest in the area and has one of the shortest seasons as well. Skiers have access to 41 runs, childcare and some lighted slopes for nighttime skiing. Check website for prices and further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer theatre in the forest |
North Fork Provo Canyon (Rural Route 3, Box A1) Salt Lake City, UT 84604 United States +1 801 907 4050 |
A natural amphitheater enclosed by a green veil of pine trees makes this summer theater a most spectacular natural setting. The theater features popular musicals every season, including works such as Oliver and Cinderella. The children's theatre performs favorites such as the Cartoon Theatre and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe every Monday through Saturday. The beauty of the mountain setting and cool alpine breezes make this theater-going experience one not to miss. Show times vary. Call the Institute for specifics. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Farm animals |
2095 N. West Frontage Road Salt Lake City, UT 84043 United States +1 801 768 4940 |
City kids love to visit this park where farm animals of all kinds are displayed and explained. Children are awed by how big the horses are and love to watch the cows get milked. Sheep, goats, and ostriches seem as interested in the children as the children are in them. An incubator houses hatching quail and chicken eggs, and an aquarium shows off both turtles and fish. A nominal donation is requested. Review © 2007, Wcities |
