High above the valley heat, Utah's mountain resorts offer cool breezes, fresh air, and everything you need for the perfect summer staycation. Close to home yet a world apart, these alpine escapes deliver full days of family fun and peaceful nights under the stars. From poolside lounging to high elevation hikes, it's all right here, easy to reach and impossible to forget.
How will you spend your summer in Utah? Will you stay close to the action in Park City with easy access to dining, shopping, and family-friendly events? Or will you settle into a mountainside retreat near Snowbird, Brian Head or Solitude where mornings start with crisp air afternoons are filled with hikes and bike rides, and evenings bring fire pits, s'mores, and stargazing?
Looking to escape the heat? Check out these high alpine shady mountain bike trails to help you stay cool on the hottest of days.
From scenic hikes to live music, the mountains are the place to escape the heat and have fun.
Looking to have an adventure at Utah's ski resorts this summer? Check out this list of hiking trails to help inspire your plans!
by Abby Stanislaw
Why every mountain biker needs to add Brian Head to the list of trails to check out this summer
by Erika Wiggins
The ten items you need in your pack for a safe hike. While your planned hike may be short, imagine how long it would be if you twisted an ankle or became lost. Read this post before heading out.
by Annie Davis
Utah is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. While I’ve spent plenty of time skiing The Greatest Snow on Earth®, a summer staple I hadn’t tried—until now—was mountain biking. With so many beautiful trails and perfect terrain right in my backyard (and friends insisting I ride and my kids now able to bike), I finally decided it was time to give it a go.
by Erika Wiggins
Get the low-down on trailhead fees throughout the Wasatch.
by Paula Colman
Do you need a reason to get to Deer Valley this summer? Add mountain biking and milkshakes to your list. Then, grab your girlfriends and family members for a memorable adventure and meal.
by Don Webber
Touring Utah's best outdoor music spots — from iconic amphitheaters to scenic resort stages. Summer shows, good vibes, and gorgeous views await.
by Elliott Redwine
There is no shortage of exciting things to do during the summer in Ogden. This Ogden summer activity guide is a great place to start planning your day in town!
by Local Lexi
Looking to give back and make a positive impact in the mountains? Check out these volunteer and stewardship events around Utah's majestic canyons and ski resorts this summer.
by Local Lexi
That snow you've been daydreaming about all winter, yup. That's a major source of Salt Lake City's drinking water. Here's a few tips on how you can responsibly recreate in the Wasatch watershed once the snow melts.
by Local Lexi
Many of Utah's trusty chairlifts are put to use each summer offering gravity enthusiasts a novel way to experience their favorite slopes on a mountain bike.
by Abby Stanislaw
Why every mountain biker needs to add Brian Head to the list of trails to check out this summer
by Erika Wiggins
Get the low-down on trailhead fees throughout the Wasatch.
by Elliott Redwine
There is no shortage of exciting things to do during the summer in Ogden. This Ogden summer activity guide is a great place to start planning your day in town!
by Local Lexi
Many of Utah's trusty chairlifts are put to use each summer offering gravity enthusiasts a novel way to experience their favorite slopes on a mountain bike.
by Erika Wiggins
The ten items you need in your pack for a safe hike. While your planned hike may be short, imagine how long it would be if you twisted an ankle or became lost. Read this post before heading out.
by Annie Davis
Utah is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. While I’ve spent plenty of time skiing The Greatest Snow on Earth®, a summer staple I hadn’t tried—until now—was mountain biking. With so many beautiful trails and perfect terrain right in my backyard (and friends insisting I ride and my kids now able to bike), I finally decided it was time to give it a go.
by Paula Colman
Do you need a reason to get to Deer Valley this summer? Add mountain biking and milkshakes to your list. Then, grab your girlfriends and family members for a memorable adventure and meal.
by Don Webber
Touring Utah's best outdoor music spots — from iconic amphitheaters to scenic resort stages. Summer shows, good vibes, and gorgeous views await.
by Local Lexi
Looking to give back and make a positive impact in the mountains? Check out these volunteer and stewardship events around Utah's majestic canyons and ski resorts this summer.
by Local Lexi
That snow you've been daydreaming about all winter, yup. That's a major source of Salt Lake City's drinking water. Here's a few tips on how you can responsibly recreate in the Wasatch watershed once the snow melts.
Ready to book your mountain escape? Find your basecamp.
Beat the heat and retreat to Utah’s high elevation ski resorts for fun activities like yoga, movie nights, horseback riding, and more…
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