Things to do

If skiing isn’t your thing, summer is a great time to visit Park City. The weather warms up, but it’s never humid, so it’s perfect for dining on the patio and enjoying the mountain views. We aren’t just a ski town, there are plenty more outdoor activities to enjoy from hiking to fly fishing and more.

Winter in Park City tends to be all about skiing! We are known for our skiing worldwide after all. We have lots of top quality ski resorts to visit, but there is still so much more to do. Great food and drink, sledding, the ice castles, and more.

• Sledding
• Snowshoeing at Swaner Nature Preserve. See our 5 snowshoeing trails in Park City
• Snowmobile tour and dog sledding. See winter in Park City beyond the lifts for Nordic skiing, dog sledding, sleigh rides and the Uinta yurts
• Woodward: tubing, skiing and more!
• Ice skating. See the 3 best ice skating spots (Ice Castles in Midway is on pause for now: what to do instead)
• Après ski at the base, on Main Street and at Deer Valley
• Daly’s Pub & Rec at the Montage (arcade and bowling!)
• Kimball Art Center
• Park City Library
• Park City Museum
• More ideas: day trips from Park City and 5 must-try lunch spots

• Deer Valley (Ikon Pass, skiers only). Read our Deer Valley winter guide.
• Park City Mountain (Epic Pass, includes Canyons Village). Read our Park City Mountain winter guide.
• Sundance Mountain Resort
• Snowbasin Resort
• Powder Mountain
• Solitude Mountain Resort
• Brighton Resort
• Alta Ski Area
• Snowbird
• White Pine Nordic Center and Soldier Hollow Nordic Center for cross-country skiing
• Planning your dates? See when Park City ski resorts open in 2026-27, what to pack for a ski trip and spring skiing in Park City

The changing foliage in Park City in the fall is a must-see. It’s still comfortable enough to hike or explore other outdoor activities, but the snow comes early in Park City, sometimes as early as October. Which means it is SKI SEASON!

• Wednesdays: Park City Farmers Market at the base of Park City Mountain, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., late May through October (weather permitting)
• Select Sundays: Park Silly Sunday Market on lower Main Street. It runs on select Sundays from June through September, not every week, so check the calendar
• Select Thursdays: Free Canyons Village Summer Concert Series at Park City Mountain, late June through August
• Fridays: Free Junction Jam lunchtime concerts at Junction Commons in Kimball Junction, July through early September
• Fridays to Sundays: Free live music at Silver Lake, Deer Valley, 1 to 4 p.m., late June through mid-September
• Mid-July to mid-August: Deer Valley Music Festival with the Utah Symphony and big-name concerts at Snow Park Amphitheater, mostly on Fridays and Saturdays
• Last Friday of the month: Gallery Stroll on Main Street, with live music and open galleries
• Fridays and Saturdays: Freestyle shows at Utah Olympic Park (see below)

Dates are from the 2026 season. Check before you go, since schedules change each year.

• Fall in Park City? See our guide to the best fall activities, including the Heber Valley pumpkin train, Shot Ski, ghost tours and fall markets
• Mountain biking: trails stay open until the snow flies. See our top 5 places to mountain bike and check Mountain Trails Foundation for trail conditions
• Ride the coaster and alpine slide at the base of Park City Mountain (summer attractions, closed for the season at the end of September and back next summer)
• Rent an electric bike and cruise around for the day: Jans, White Pine Touring and Park City Bike & Demo rent e-bikes. E-bikes are generally limited to paved paths and wider trails, so ask the shop where to ride
• Rent a pontoon or ski boat, or paddleboards and kayaks, at Jordanelle Reservoir (open daily May through October)
• Visit the cave at Timpanogos Cave National Monument. It is seasonal and tickets are required, so check the park for this year’s dates
• If you want to relax by the pool, we love Silver Mountain. It has a lazy river and slide, plus an outdoor grill area and huge playground. Call ahead about guest access
• Park Silly Sunday Market on Main Street on select summer Sundays, and the Park City Farmers Market on Wednesdays through October
• Park City Library
• South Summit Aquatic & Fitness Center
• Fly fishing or horseback riding with Destination Sports (call to confirm fall availability)
• River rafting with Park City Rafting (summer season, ends when water levels drop)
• Golf
• Hot air balloon ride
• More ideas: day trips from Park City and 5 must-try lunch spots

• Summer: Alpine Slide, Extreme Tubing, ziplines and ropes courses at Utah Olympic Park. It is open daily from late May to early September, then weekends into mid-September. A Gold Pass starts around $80 (2026 pricing)
• Bobsled Experience: Ride the 2002 Olympic track at up to 70 mph, in summer and in winter. It is a paid add-on and sells out, so book ahead
• Flying Ace All-Stars Freestyle Show: Friday and Saturday evenings from mid-June to late August. Athletes launch off the jumps and land in the pool. Tickets are $25 per person (2026 pricing)
• Museums: The Alf Engen Ski Museum and the Eccles Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games Museum are on site
• Fall: The scenic chairlift runs on weekends into mid-October
• Winter and spring: Bobsled and tubing ran through early April last season. 2026-27 dates have not been announced, so check before you go

Spring in Park City is magical. After months of the best snow around, the weather warms up and things start to get green again. Hiking, biking, and more take the place of skiing to keep you busy.

• Planning a hiking or biking day? Start with our guide to Park City trail networks, which covers 10 areas right from town
• More guides: top 5 summer hikes in Park City and our favorite hikes for fall foliage
• Park City Mountain: lift-served hiking and biking run in summer and close in late September, then return next summer
• Bloods Lake at Bonanza Flat: about 2.8 miles round trip off Guardsman Pass Road, open July through September (closes October 1 each year for wildlife). Paid parking in summer
• Lofty Lake Loop on Mirror Lake Highway: about 4.5 miles through the Uintas, roughly an hour and ten minutes from Park City (recreation fee, summer only)
• Hiking the Wasatch Back? See our guide to when to visit Park City and packing guide for what to bring in cooler months