Once the basecamp of a silver mining town, Park City's Main Street has come to represent the heart and soul of one of the most popular mountain towns in the west. For skiers and snowboarders, it boasts the most immediately accessible terrain anywhere in the United States with Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain each less than 10 minutes away. It’s also packed tight with luxury shops, art galleries and boutique restaurants to satisfy every craving.
Sundance offers an atmosphere steeped in cultural heritage. Since 1969, Robert Redford envisioned the growth of a community committed to balance of art, nature and community which is what you'll find here today. From art classes to fly fishing, dinning and shopping, Sundance has become a resting place for tourists and locals alike. You may also book accommodations on their website, Sundance Resort is a short 30 minute drive through Hwy-189 through the Wasatch Back with scenic views of Deer Creek Reservoir.
This beautiful restaurant, while new to Utah, has already made a huge impression on us. The Lakehouse at Deer Creek offers an incredibly unique dining experience with breathtaking views, the ambiance of the shores of Deer Creek and locally focused cuisine from celebrated chef Tamara Stanger that we like to call Utah Heritage Cuisine.
Built in 1874, Midway Mercantile has served Heber Valley residents and travelers alike. This once antique shop turned restaurant pays homage to it's land with an array of locally sourced seasonal produce. The quaint restaurant is a combination of modern and old sophistication, it's almost seamless. -RESERVATIONS REQUIRED-
Lola’s Street Kitchen was crafted by people who love real good food. Their goal is to create remarkable experiences that represent craft, connection, joy, love and even play. With locally sourced, organic, high quality ingredients, there isn't a dish on the menu we don't love!
Heber Valley Brewing Company is the first craft brewery in Wasatch Count, UT. They focus on serving small batch, quality beer. Their Tap Room includes a variety of seasonal beer along with year-round favorites. Grab a Heber's Hazy during your visit, you won't be disappointed!
Elevation Gain: 9,000 feet Parking Fee: N/A Note: Traffic can be heavy during peak times and contains some unpaved road Guardsman Pass is a 14-mile scenic drive into the Wasatch Mountains. The road runs up to a summit area between Big Cottonwood Canyon and the Park City Mountain Resort. This iconic Pass is known for it's epic 360 views. You'll often spot wildlife and find no shortage of Utah's mountain foliage. There are many Lookout Points along the drive, we highly recommend stopping to enjoying the views.
Elevation Gain: 8,000 feet Parking Fee: N/A Note: Traffic can be heavy during peak times. This 20-mile drive winds through rugged alpine canyons of the Wasatch Range offering stupendous views of Mount Timpanogos and other glacier-carved peaks. The route follows Utah Hwy. 92 up American Fork Canyon and then continues through Uinta National Forest into Provo Canyon on U.S. 189. Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Robert Redford's Sundance are located along the route.
Fish Heads Fly Shop (435) 657-2010 Fish Heads is located in the heart of Heber City, just minutes away from the Provo River. For more information call or visit the website linked below.
Midway Adventure Company Midway Adventure caters to it's beautiful mountain valley activities. Popular ways to experience this unique area are ATVs, snowmobiling, hiking, river rafting, and mountain biking. To book a reservation for all rentals, call (435) 657-2008 or visit the website linked below.
Blue Ribbon Fisheries (801) 538-4700 We recommend fishing Weber or Provo River, located in the Uinta Mountains. For more information call or visit the Blue Ribbon Fisheries website linked below.
The Homestead Golf Course: 18-Hole / Par 71 Peak Season Fees $28 for 9-Hole / $56 for 18-Hole For Tee Times, call (435) 654-5588 Wasatch Mountain Golf Course: 36-Hole / Par 72 Monday - Thursday $55 General Public Fee Friday - Sunday and holidays $60 General Public Fee For Tee Times, call (435) 654-0532 or visit the website linked below. Soldier Hollow Golf Course: 36-Hole / Par 72 Monday - Thursday $55 General Public Fee Friday - Sunday and holidays $60 General Public Fee For Tee Times, call (435) 654-7442 or visit the website linked below.
Deer Creek has a variety of activities from windsurfing, boating, zip line, swimming, and fishing on the Deer Creek Reservoir. With spectacular views of nearby Mount Timpanogos we highly recommend booking an activity during your visit. Deer Creek Island Resort: To book a reservation for boat rentals call (435) 654-2155 Uinta Kiting: To book a reservation for kiteboarding lessons call (453) 647-6676 Zipline Utah: To book a zipline tour call (801) 367-2575 Island Aqua Park: To book a reservation for the floating obstacle course call (801) 839-4252
Jordanelle Reservoir offers some of the best picnicking, camping and boating that you will find in the Wasatch Back. We recommend booking an activity during your visit. Camping Facilities & Daily Cabana Rentals: Jordanelle has a variety of camping facilities from cabins, cottages, and day use cabanas. For more information please visit the link provided below. For tent only campground reservations call (800) 322-3770 Rock Cliff Nature Center: To visit the nature center call (435) 649-9540 Transient Boating Slips: Slips can be reserved up to 4 months prior to arrival, to reserve please visit the website linked below.
Tibble Fork Reservoir is a medium sized lake in American Fork Canyon that has beautiful crystal blue water and is surrounded by soaring mountain peaks. A sandy beach has recently been added to help increase the comfort of the swimmers and sunbathers. There are many nearby trails and even several other lakes further up the road, such as Silver Lake. No motor boats are allowed, but you can bring the pups! For directions, visit the link below.