7 Activities
The Ultimate Wasatch Mountain Escape via Salt Lake City
Starts from
Salt Lake City
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
7
Duration
11 hours
Length
82 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Salt Lake City
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hours
Length
82 mi
Britnee Johnston
Travel Expert
- Ride the alpine slide through the aspen trees of Park City.
- Hike through the beautiful scenery of Solider Hollow.
- Explore contemporary art at the Kimball Art Center.
This one-day staycation will take you on a scenic drive through the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. Starting in Park City, Utah, you will visit the local art scene followed by a visit to Park City Mountain Resort for activities such as hiking, alpine sliding, zip lining, and more.
On the return to Salt Lake City, you will stop in Midway to visit Solider Hollow, popular for its snow tubing hill and hiking options. You will then drive through the picturesque Provo Canyon and end your day at the Porcupine Grill.
The most unforgettable experience you'll get travelling during warm months.
On the return to Salt Lake City, you will stop in Midway to visit Solider Hollow, popular for its snow tubing hill and hiking options. You will then drive through the picturesque Provo Canyon and end your day at the Porcupine Grill.
The most unforgettable experience you'll get travelling during warm months.
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This one-day staycation will take you on a scenic drive through the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. Starting in Park City, Utah, you will visit the local art scene followed by a visit to Park City Mountain Resort for activities such as hiking, alpine sliding, zip lining, and more.
On the return to Salt Lake City, you will stop in Midway to visit Solider Hollow, popular for its snow tubing hill and hiking options. You will then drive through the picturesque Provo Canyon and end your day at the Porcupine Grill.
The most unforgettable experience you'll get travelling during warm months.
On the return to Salt Lake City, you will stop in Midway to visit Solider Hollow, popular for its snow tubing hill and hiking options. You will then drive through the picturesque Provo Canyon and end your day at the Porcupine Grill.
The most unforgettable experience you'll get travelling during warm months.
Britnee Johnston
Travel Expert
- Ride the alpine slide through the aspen trees of Park City.
- Hike through the beautiful scenery of Solider Hollow.
- Explore contemporary art at the Kimball Art Center.
Day Itinerary
7 Activities
Day 1
82 mi
Scenic Road Trip: Park City & Provo Canyon
Today, your drive will be full of scenic views as you drive through Parleys Canyon to the famous mountain resort town, Park City, Utah. After exploring art and playing in the outdoors, you'll head back to Salt Lake City through Provo Canyon.
10:0045 min
Kimball Art Center
Museum
Open Details
You will begin your drive through the scenic Parleys Canyon on your way to Park City. As you enter the town, you will be greeted by the beautiful mountains where you can see the numerous ski runs and trails from the road.
Before exploring the mountain, your first stop will be the Kimball Art Center to get a taste of the local art scene. You will visit four gallery spaces with culturally diverse exhibitions featuring contemporary art through experimental film, drawings, sculptures, and prints. Special exhibits also rotate throughout the year featuring international artists.
Before exploring the mountain, your first stop will be the Kimball Art Center to get a taste of the local art scene. You will visit four gallery spaces with culturally diverse exhibitions featuring contemporary art through experimental film, drawings, sculptures, and prints. Special exhibits also rotate throughout the year featuring international artists.
0.4 mi
5 min
10:5045 min
El Chubasco
Mexican Restaurant
Open Details
Just down the road from the Kimball Art Center is El Chubasco, a Mexican food establishment with a lot of flavor. Stop here for lunch before your big afternoon in the mountains. You have choose from burritos, enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas, sopes, and more. They are known for their large salsa bar, so don't miss out on sampling their many salsas with your order.
1 mi
5 min
11:405 min
Parking Lot
Parking
Open Details
It's time to head to the mountain! This is the best place to park to access the Park City Mountain Resort's activities and trails.
0.3 mi
5 min
11:502 hrs 30 min
Park City Mountain Resort
General Entertainment
Open Details
After you've parked, you have many activity options at Park City Mountain Resort.
For the summer, you can ride the alpine slide, zip line, and play miniature golf. If you want a quick ride up the mountain for the views, you can take the summer lift. You can also start a short hike or mountain bike from here, such as Jenni's Trail; it will take you through the Aspen trees and provide views overlooking the town. Hiking and biking the trails is free and open to the public.
For the winter, bring your skis or snowboards to ride the world-famous slopes at Park City Mountain Resort. You can also stay warm in the cozy lodge at the base.
For the summer, you can ride the alpine slide, zip line, and play miniature golf. If you want a quick ride up the mountain for the views, you can take the summer lift. You can also start a short hike or mountain bike from here, such as Jenni's Trail; it will take you through the Aspen trees and provide views overlooking the town. Hiking and biking the trails is free and open to the public.
For the winter, bring your skis or snowboards to ride the world-famous slopes at Park City Mountain Resort. You can also stay warm in the cozy lodge at the base.
21.3 mi
40 min
15:001 hr 30 min
Soldier Hollow Nordic Center
General Entertainment
Open Details
You will then make your way to visit a 2012 Winter Olympic venue called Solider Hollow in Midway. This facility is known for its winter sports like cross-country skiing, tubing hill, and biathlon training. In the summer, it's a great destination to get spectacular views of the whole valley, including the back side of Mt. Timpanogos. Come walk around the facility and hike some of the short loop trails winding through the woods and rolling hills.
17.9 mi
25 min
17:0030 min
Bridal Veil Falls View Area
Waterfall
Open Details
It's time to begin your scenic drive through Provo Canyon. You will stop off at the Bridal Veil Falls View Area, which is a turn off with parking from the Provo Canyon Road. Bridal Veil Falls is over 600 feet tall and considered to be a double cataract waterfall — aka very tall and powerful. As you continue your drive through the majestic canyon, you will see dramatic mountainous rises around you.
41.6 mi
50 min
19:001 hr 30 min
Porcupine Pub & Grille
Grilled Meat Restaurant
Open Details
You'll end your day at the Porcupine Pub & Grill, a favorite option for those who just finished exploring the mountains and canyons along the Wasatch Front. This pub-style establishment features pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, and salads.