Things to do in Salt Lake City, Utah (UT): The Best Nature & Parks

July 29, 2021 Marissa Gamble

Known for the stunning backdrop afforded by the towering Wasatch Mountains – and the endless opportunities for outdoor recreation they provide – Salt Lake offers visitors a uniquely vibrant and dynamic urban experience. As one of North America’s most accessible destinations, Utah’s capital city offers year-round excitement and activities for the entire family, alongside a contemporary edginess and vitality that’s helped the “new” Salt Lake become a renowned culinary destination.
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1. Big Cottonwood Canyon

Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd Uintah-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Salt Lake City, UT 84121 https://www.visitsaltlake.com/listing/big-cottonwood-canyon/55175/
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5.0 based on 1,149 reviews

Big Cottonwood Canyon

Located in the Wasactch Mountains, this wilderness region offers a limitless range of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reviewed By Francophile84108 - Salt Lake City, United States

When the temp hits triple digits in the city, that's when I head for the canyons. I love Big Cottonwood. It's a great place to hike, has beautiful scenery and if you have little kids or elderly friends and family, there's a nice gentle walk at the top, by Brighton Ski resort, around Silver Lake. If you go at dusk, you're likely to see Moose as you stroll the boardwalk around the lake. There are interpretive signs along the way, restrooms and a small information center. If you're hungry, stop at Silver Fork Lodge for a bite to eat, just minutes from the lake as you descend the canyon.

2. Grandeur Peak Trail

Millcreek Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84124
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Grandeur Peak Trail

3. Lambs Canyon

Exit 137 on 80 East, Salt Lake City, UT
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Lambs Canyon

4. Mount Olympus Trail

5789 S Wasatch Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 84121-3508 https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/uwcnf/about-forest/districts/?cid=fsem_035478
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Mount Olympus Trail

5. Temple Square

50 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150-9709 +1 801-531-1000 [email protected] http://www.templesquare.com
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4.5 based on 5,021 reviews

Temple Square

Dominated by a magnificent six-spired temple, the square is the symbolic heart of the worldwide Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints.

Reviewed By R5238KCsilviam

Short, informative tours are offered every few minutes in different languages and I highly recommend taking one. In addition to walking through the beautiful grounds with lovely flower beds, great architecture and art, we were able to enter the Tabernacle and listen to an organ concert.

6. Liberty Park

1100 E 600 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84102-3808 +1 801-596-5101 http://www.slcgov.com/cityparks/parks-liberty-park
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4.5 based on 349 reviews

Liberty Park

Pleasant urban park with a track for running.

Reviewed By coyotepack5 - West Lafayette, United States

A beautiful green space with trees and so much more! So many people love this park: families, pets, walkers, paddle boats, bird aviary, tennis, swimming, food. You never know what you will see here.

7. Sugarhouse Park

1300 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2871 +1 801-467-1721 http://www.sugarhousepark.org/
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Sugarhouse Park

Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.

Reviewed By HolladayRay - Salt Lake City, United States

1.6 mile loop with two descent grade hills makes Sugarhouse Park ideal for a workout on bike or running, or walking - asphalt or grass your choice. For a longer loop goes around the outside of the park - all grass. Pavilions offer family gatherings with bbq pits - reserve through City Parks. In Spring and early Summer, the pond is filled with geese and ducks.

8. Pony Express National Historic Trail

Simpson Springs Pony Express Station, Salt Lake City, UT http://www.nps.gov/poex/planyourvisit/site8.htm
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Pony Express National Historic Trail

Commemorates America's first postal service, where letters and packages were carried by horse across the country.

9. City Creek Canyon

Salt Lake City, UT http://www.slc.gov/utilities/city-creek-canyon/
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City Creek Canyon

A shady running path where runners often spot unusual aquatic birds.

Reviewed By SamE885 - Salt Lake City, United States

I walk/hike there at least once a week. Families are always there enjoying the grounds, the stream. Lots of dog-walkers. You can continue up the road which is restricted to foot/bike travel. Feel safe and there are always people around....safe.

10. Memory Grove Park

370 N Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84103-2541 +1 801-972-7800 http://www.slcgov.com/cityparks/parks-memory-grove
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Memory Grove Park

A runner's delight, with a trail that steadily steepens for a great workout.

Reviewed By 445ayishat - Indianapolis, United States

The Memory Grove Park is very close to the State Capitol building and there are steps that take you to the park. Very serene and calm place to walk around and enjoy.

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