AREA ATTRACTIONS

Snowbasin Resort, Huntsville, UT:

Snowbasin Resort is a four-season, 3,000 acres resort, which includes 3,000 vertical feet of terrain, 13 Lifts and 114 Trails. The resort has been in operation over 80 years, making it one of the oldest continuously operating ski resorts in the nation. 

Snowbasin was a proud host for 2002 Salt Lake Olympic Winter Games, featuring the men's and women's downhill, super-G (a combination of downhill and slalom) and combined races.

Many updates have been made for the 2023-2024 season, for the largest investment since the 1999 Olympic Transformation.  New this season are a high-speed chair lift, patio, dining options and parking expansion.

The resort provides ski and snowboard lessons, as well as equipment rentals/tuning. Also, there are 26 miles of trails for hiking and biking that connect to Forest Service trails for nearly 50 miles in total. On the weekends, you can ride the Needles Gondola to the top and stop at Needles Lodge for a buffet and to enjoy the 360-degree view of the mountain and the Pineview Reservoir.

Check out the 18-hole Wildflower Mini Golf course, do some shopping, and attend weekly events including live musical entertainment and spiritual services.  The Sunday Blues, Brews & BBQ Free Summer Concert Series has become tradition  for many in the area.

Enjoy complementary parking for the 2023-2024 season.

https://www.snowbasin.com/

Powder Mountain Ski Resort, Eden, UT:

Powder Mountain is rated the #1 Ski Resort in the West.  It offers 8,000 acres of terrain to explore and enjoy.

In the winter the resort provides:

• Day and night skiing
• Ski and snowboard lessons
• Equipment rentals/repairs
• 30+ miles of cross country trails
• 9 lifts/tows
• Shuttles and Snowcat Rides
• Complementary tours to familiarize yourself with terrain
• Snowmobile tours

In the summer the resort provides :

• Cross Country (XC) Mountain Bike (MTB) & Electronic-Mountain Bike (E-MTB) Guided Tours
• MTB/Helmet & Pad rentals
• Lift access Mountain Biking
• Multi-use and XC Trails (hike, run or ride)
• Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) Guided Scenic Tours

The resort offers dining and various events throughout the year including live entertainment, festivals, and ski/snowboard competitions.

https://powdermountain.com/

Nordic Valley Ski Resort, Eden, UT:

Nordic Valley Ski Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains, and provides 40 Runs over a total Vertical Rise of 1700 feet.

Leading up to the 2002 Salt Lake Olympic Winter Games, its slopes were used as training area for the Austrian downhill skiers.

Nordic Valley Ski Resort offers

• Season passes and Spring Break deals
• Ski and snowboard lessons
• Equipment rentals/service
• Lift access / Sled Shuttle
• Wasatch Parc Snow Tubing
• Day and night skiing/lessons
• Free Mountain Orientation

The resort hosts various events such as

• New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade
• Live Music in the Aid Room
• Appreciation day discounts (ex. local residents, military) throughout the year

https://www.nordicvalley.ski/

Park City Mountain Resort (PCMR), Park City, UT:

Park City Mountain Resort features 7300 acres of skiable terrain, including three base areas. PCMR was a proud host for 2002 Salt Lake Olympic Games.

The resort provides ski and snowboard lessons, rentals, and hiking. Ski into Historic Main Street for dining and shopping.

There are many fun experiences for the family.

Ride the Mountain Coaster in toboggan-style cars, try the Flying Eagle Zipline, or discover Park City's rich history when you take the Silver to Slopes Historic Mining Tour.

Take in the beautiful scenery when you ride Park City Mountain's Red Pine Gondola,  or hire a Private Mountain Guide to treat yourself to an "insider" skiing experience.

Reserve your spot with Red Pine Tours for a Snowmobile Tour, or with Snowed Inn Sleigh Rides for a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride and then have dinner back at Snowed Inn.

Experience fine dining in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains at The Viking Yurt in Park City.

https://www.parkcitymountain.com/

Ogden's Dinosaur Park, Ogden, UT:

Ogden's George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park is open year-round, and offers fun opportunities for all ages to explore Natural Life here on Earth.

Learn about pre-historic life at the Stewart Museum of Paleontology. Discover what life was like on Earth millions of years ago as you explore the earliest forms of prehistoric life through present day. Don't miss the dinosaur skeleton displays and interactive exhibits!

Visit the Outdoor Sculpture Park, featuring sculptures of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. This 8.5 acre park is filled with over 100 life-sized dinosaurs

The Ogden Natural History Museum provides interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences related to the natural history of our planet, including geology, paleontology, biology and ecology.

At the Gem and Mineral Museum you will find a large collection of gemstones, crystals, fossils. and minerals from around the world.

Check out the various events, such as Homeschool Tuesdays (special STEM programming throughout the day), Daily Geology Demos, Sensory Friendly nights, and Wee Wednesday (for families with toddles and preschoolers).

Stop at the gift shop for a souvenir to remember your visit.

https://www.dinosaurpark.org/

Great Salt Lake National Park and Antelope Island National Park, UT:

The Great Salt Lake is located just north west of Salt Lake City, UT and is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. It is what remains of the prehistoric Lake Bonneville which covered approximately 20,000 square miles of land in what is now Utah, Nevada and part of Idaho, 10,000 - 30,000 years ago.

It is the home of two National Parks: Great Salt Lake National Park and Antelope Island National Park.

Explore Great Salt Lake and its islands for beautiful scenery and recreational activities. You will find a marina with boat launching facilities.  Sail or kayak on its waters, swim or sunbath at its white sand beaches, hike or mountain bike on the shoreline. Watch the beautiful colors of the sun setting over the lake.

Four rivers and several streams empty into the Great Salt Lake, bringing with them, minerals which are deposited into the lake.  There is no outlet for these minerals, and as water evaporates, they are trapped.

Fish live in the freshwater marshes and inlets around the lake but cannot survive in the lake's salty waters.

Explore the trails and abundant wildlife at Antelope Island. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, duck and goose hunting. Explore clean beaches, a visitors center, marina, and an historic ranch house. 

Keep an eye out for bison, antelope, deer, bobcats, coyotes and elk which roam freely on the island.

https://www.utah.com/destinations/state-parks/great-salt-lake-state-park/

Pineview Reservoir, Ogden, UT:

Pineview Reservoir is located in the mountains eight miles east of Ogden, UT.

Recreation at Pineview Reservoir is provided by several agencies: US Forest Service, Utah Recreation Company, Weber County Sheriff and Utah Department of Natural Resources.  The managed season is generally early May though mid-September.

Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, hiking and mountain biking.  You will find soft sandy beaches as well as paved boat launch ramps.

Equipment is available to rent from outfitters in the nearby area, where you can rent boats, Jet-Skis, paddleboards, kayaks and canoes, as well as mountain bikes and cruisers.

Pineview has a fishery which contains black crappie, largemouth bass, yellow perch, small mouth bass, tiger muskellunge (tiger muskie), bluegill, bullhead catfish, green sunfish and common carp. Fishing occurs nearly everywhere at the reservoir. Most popular are the shallow areas on the south-east and north-east sides. Be sure to check the Utah state fishing regulations for size and quantity limits.

At the west end of the reservoir (near the dam) is an area marked off for all use by a floating barrier.  Next to that barrier is a boatless area designed for swimming.

Check out Windsurfer Beach and Spring Creek for stand-up paddleboarding.

https://www.utah.com/destinations/natural-areas/pineview-reservoir/

Emigration Canyon:

Located near Salt Lake City, UT, beautiful Emigration Canyon has trails for hiking, running and mountain biking. The best times to visit are between March and October.  The trails are generally dog-friendly and dogs may be off-leash in some areas.

Emigration Canyon trails were used to go over and through the Wasatch Mountains by Native Americans, the Pony Express and Mormon pioneers before the area was settled.

Explore the Emigration Canyon Miners Trail in the Red-Butte Wilderness area. Expect a moderate (5.0 mile out-and-back) hike or run. The trail is estimated to take between 2.5 and 3.5 hours to complete. The trail follows an old mining road and passes the site of an old mine. It goes up through the forest with a steep climb up to the final viewpoint. The beginning and end of the trail offer some shade, but the middle part is exposed.  Dogs are permitted off-leash on this trail. Note: The last section of the trail may not be appropriate for all hikers or dogs.

Check out the Emigration Canyon Ridgeline Trail for another slightly longer moderate (8.1 mile out-and-back) hike or run. The trail is estimated to take an average of 4 hours 35 minutes to complete.  Views are stunning! This trail is exposed (no shade) and open year-round. It's popular for hiking, running and snowshoeing. Dogs are not permitted on this trail.

Check out the Killyons Ridgeline Trail for a moderately challenging (5.7 mile out-and-back) hike. The trail is estimated to take an average of 3.5 hours to complete. It's popular for hiking, snowshoeing and walking.  The trail is a relatively steep, steady incline. The trail is dog friendly, but dogs must be leashed. The views are beautiful.  It's recommended to hike this trail in the summertime to see wildflowers in full bloom.

Check out Ruth's Diner (the second oldest restaurant in Utah) for breakfast. Stop in at Emigration Canyon Brewing Company for lunch or dinner after your hike.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/emigration-canyon-miners-trail

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https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/killyons-ridgeline

Activities in the Ogden/Huntsville/Eden Area:

Summer/Fall

• Hiking
• Trail Running
• Backpacking
• Mountain Biking
• Horseback Riding
• Swimming
• 4x4 Adventures
• Boating Lake/Fly Fishing
• Golf
• Pickleball
• Disc
• Paddle Boarding/Kayaking
• Rock Climbing

Winter/Spring

• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Snowshoeing
• Snowmobiling
• Ice-Climbing
• Fat Bikes
• Tubing
• Ice-Fishing

Things to do in Ogden, UT:

Activities

If you're feeling adventurous, check out a Diamond Peaks 6 Run Heli-Ski or Heli-Boarding Tour in beautiful Ogden Valley. The tours include 6 runs and guarantee 18,000 to 20,000 vertical feet.

Check out the Ogden Dinosaur Park for lots of family fun, exploring the many exhibits and learning what life was like millions of years ago.

Visit the Daughters of Utah Pioneer Museum in Ogden to see artifacts related to early pioneer life in the area. 

If you are there near Christmas time, check out the lights in downtown Ogden for their Christmas Village, free to all visitors.

The Eccles Art Center (EAC) in Ogden's historic Jefferson District features events, exhibits and classes related to visual and performing arts.  Admission is Complimentary, and the galleries are open to the public.

The Hill Aerospace Museum is located at the Hill Air Force Base in Utah. Their motto is "Keepers of their Stories".  The museum houses exhibits and provides educational programs as stewards of their national historic collection.  Admission is free.

Men's Journal has recognized the Salomon Center as one of the top ten man-made adventures, for good reason. Check out Flowrider Utah indoor watersport park for surfing, skateboarding, wakeboarding and body boarding, IROCK Utah for indoor climbing and a Top-rope belay system or IFLY Utah for an indoor wind tunnel simulating the sensation of skydiving.

Try axe throwing at the Social Axe, a balloon ride with Skywalker Balloon Company, catch a moving at the Tinseltown Theater, join an yoga class at Timeless Yoga, or bring the kids to the Treehouse Museum to "step into a story". Check out the Ogden Botanical Gardens.

Restaurants and Shopping

Ogden Pizzeria is a neighborhood, family owned and operated for over 50 years. They believe good food brings people together.

Stop at Timbermine Steakhouse for a hearty meal, or grab a "Mormon Muffin" at the Greenery Restaurant.

Sample local distilled spirits and visit the retail store at New World Distillery in Eden.

https://www.visitogden.com/trip-planner/visitors-info/

Things to do near Huntsville, UT:

Activities

Visit the Huntsville Astronomic and Lunar Observatory (HALO), located within the Compass Rose Lodge, for some amazing views of distant celestial bodies with minimal light pollution.

Visit Red Cliff Ranch for Horseback Riding Tours.

Check out Causey Reservoir for water activities such as fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding and swimming.

Take a hot air balloon ride for spectacular views of the Huntsville area or take a leisurely drive to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Check out the Sardine Peak Trail, leading to the Sardine Peak, a hidden mountain peak on the easter side of the Wasatch Mountains.  Hikers and bikers can enter the trail through numerous access points, for example from the Art Nord Trail Head. The trail is 4.3 mile long on the north side of Snowbasin. Don't forget your water as none is available along the trail. During the winter, the trail is perfect for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.

Restaurants and Shopping

Visit Utah's Oldest Bar, Shooting Star Saloon, in Huntsville, try one of their famous burgers and enjoy the taxidermy. Don't miss the head of Buck mounted on the wall. At one time, Buck was the largest measured St. Bernard in the world. He held this record for seven years, weighing in at 298 pounds and standing 41 inches tall. The saloon was founded by a bootlegger named Holken Olsen, and is located in an old cabin, with original wood floor and ceilings from the 1850s.  It dates back to the town's mining days and has been serving drinks since 1879.

For summertime outdoor and lifestyle shopping, check out Detours in downtown Huntsville / Huntsville Square.  They offer a wide variety of watersport and bike rentals as well as tasty milkshakes to cool off after a long day outdoors.

Check out the American Legion Post, open to the public with a full service bar and a rotating dinner menu.

Stop by Huntsville Square for:

• IDK BBQ where you can try their delicious barbeque and enjoy the large portions
• Mountain Arts and Music Festival (around the 4th of July holiday)
• Huntsville Town Skating Rink
• Ogden Valley Tipis, to see 20-ft Native American tipis, and participate in activities such as storytelling around the campfire

Things to do near Eden, UT:

Activities

If your looking for something to do with the children in the summertime (June-August), visit Carver's Cove Petting Farm in Eden. See all the animals that live on the farm: cows, pigs, goats, sheep, donkeys, llamas, alpacas, horses, chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, kittens and dogs.

Book a Sleigh Ride through Bailey's Ranch, and on your journey, keep and eye out for the reindeer and elk.

Check out the annual Ogden Valley Balloon Festival in Eden, UT.  This festival started in 1994, and is usually held in August. Enjoy the beautiful views from both the ground and air! Vendors, artists, live performances at Eden Park.  

Utah Balloon Flights based in Park City, offers year-round hot air balloon rides.

Book a round of golf at Wolf Creek Resort Golf Course.

Stop at ClubRec for Snowmobile, Boat, PWC, Jet-Ski, Stand up paddle board, kayak, canoe, UTV/ATV tours or rentals.

Restaurants and Shopping

If your hungry for pizza with homemade crust, or sandwiches with homemade breads/buns, check out Eats of Eden in Eden.  They've served the Ogden Valley over 30 years.

Sample local distilled spirits and visit the retail store at New World Distillery in Eden.

If your hungry or thirsty, stop in at Carlos & Harley's to enjoy some of their mouth-watering Tex-Mex food, and their full bar.

Stop in at Lavender Hill Utah or Simply Eden (both in Eden), for lavender and herbs grown in the Mountains of Eden Utah.

Things to do in Salt Lake City, UT:

Activities

Bus and Walking Tours in Salt Lake City featuring local history, including Mormon history.

Take in a show at the Eccles Theater, Peery's Egyptian Theatre, Hale Centre Theatre, Rice Eccles Stadium, or the Delta Center.

Fun activities for the whole family including scavenger hunts, nearby ski and snowboarding, hiking, fishing, or bike riding.

Visit the Natural History Museum of Utah which houses 163,000 square feet of exhibitions on billions of years of natural history.  There are twelve permanent exhibitions on four levels at the museum. Additional exhibits rotate every several months.

Check out the Land Cruiser Heritage Museum if you share a passion for these remarkable vehicles. 

Visit Salt Lake City Social Axe, home of the Rocky Mountain Axe Throwing Tournament each fall.

Stop by Utah's Hogle Zoo for a fun day with the family, learning about animal life on our planet.

The Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (UMOCA), has been operating since 1931 working with artists and communities to build a better world.

Visit Temple Square, which is dominated by the six-spired temple, home of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints. Tour The Tabernacle, home of the famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Tabernacle Organ.

Visit the Cathedral of the Madeleine, the Tracy Aviary, or tour the the Utah State Capitol building. 

Visit This is the Place Heritage Park, to explore a pioneer village, ride trains and ponies, milk Clara Belle the Cow and visit other furry friends.

Check out the Clark Planetarium, a spot for visitors of all ages.

Restaurants and Shopping 

Check out all the delicious options at Log Haven restaurant in Salt Lake City. Their menu includes American, International and local cuisine, as well as vegetarian and vegan friendly choices. Beautiful setting.

Stop at the City Creek Center shopping mall for shopping and dining.

Things to do near Washington, UT:

Washington, Utah is located about 4.5 hours south of Salt Lake City. 

Activities

Staheli Family Corn Maze - Make time for some family fun in the fall with plenty to do including their pumpkin patches, haunted house. food and shopping.

Check out the Green Spring Golf Course or Coral Canyon Golf Course with views of Bryce Canyon's snow-capped mountains.

Thunder Junction All Abilities Park, located in Tonaquint Park, St. George has plenty to do for the kids including a train ride and wheelchair-accessible playground equipment.

Rent an ATV and explore The Flintstone House rock formation, located in Sand Hollow State Park.

Explore the weathered granitic rock formations at Devils Playground on OHVs/ATVs, or take a hike and do some rock climbing.

Washington County Legacy Park is a central hub for events in southern Utah. Checkout the events here, from horse races and rodeos to demolition derbies and dog shows The Washington County Fair is held here every April.