If you’re feelin’ like chillin’, there’s a pool on the property as well as the Stillwater Spa. You can also find additional restaurants, activities, and strolls at the Snowbird plaza. Snowbird is a five-minute car ride down the road from Snowpine Lodge. We say “car ride” because a walk back to Snowpine is not quick and easy. The hotels can provide a shuttle back and forth if you ask. Skiing isn’t all that the resort has to offer. The Snowbird tram will take you above 11,000 feet for spectacular views. Don’t forget to check into the summer chair lifts, mountain coaster, alpine slide and so much more all located near the plaza.
Among our favorite things to do in Salt Lake is to hike and spend time in the mountains. If you would like hiking suggestions beyond what we've suggested at Alta, please check with Dan’s Mom, Holly. She’s got a million of ‘em!
In town, especially if you’re staying near the University of Utah Marriott hotel, we highly recommend Red Butte Gardens. It is one of the largest botanical gardens in the Intermountain West and the state arboretum of Utah. Quiet and relaxing, you’ll walk down winding paths, across streams and by ponds. You’ll see a spectacular range of flowers, plants and trees. We like to visit in the morning and evenings when it’s cooler. The museum of natural history is within walking distance as well.
Finally, if you are hungry on your way to or from the airport, we recommend Red Iguana. There are two locations near the airport. Both serve the same great food, but we usually go to Red Iguana 2 on North Temple because it’s larger. You’ll find authentic Mexican food in a casual atmosphere. Please make reservations because of COVID precautions.
Park City is only 8 miles away from Snowpine Lodge as the crow flies, but your drive is 41 miles and takes nearly an hour and twenty minutes because you go down one canyon and up another. It’s a beautiful drive the entire way. Park City is home to many great restaurants of all types, art galleries, shopping and miles of easy bike trails. A visit here is well worth your time if you have it.