Explore Park City

Park City, Utah is known for its pristine mountains, vibrant ski scene, and miles of biking and hiking trails, but, underneath it all, the town is loaded with unique silver mining history. Bits and pieces of the area’s mining past still remain and it’s fun to learn about Park City’s existence prior to becoming an outdoor mecca. There are many ways to dive into the area’s mining history, including a few non-traditional options like hiking and skiing tours, as well as Fox School of Wine’s ‘Mines and Wines Tour.’  Not only can you enjoy a fun, activity-filled vacation, you can also become a Park City mining history expert!

1. SPEND SOME TIME ON THE RIVER

Give fly fishing a try with one of Park City's expert guides.

There is a lot going on in Park City throughout the summer as it is a great place to enjoy outdoor activities, check out local events, and to cool off and breathe in the fresh mountain air. There really is never a dull moment around here, making it the perfect location to celebrate America’s independence. Explore the full July 4th festivities line-up and tips for having a safe, carefree, and happy holiday:

June – it’s the official start of summer and, in Park City, it’s when summer events, activities, and concerts really kick off. 

Each year, Park City kicks off the summer with its largest outdoor dinner party, Savor the Summit.  The event, organized by Park City Area Restaurant Association, is traditionally held each June on the Saturday closest to the Summer Solstice (June 21).

Park City, Utah boasts more than 400 miles of trails, which if you ask us, makes for the perfect summer adventures. With so many trails, it can be difficult to know which hikes are suited for you, so we picked five of our favorites! Whether you're searching for family-friendly outings or a longer adventure to the top of a mountain, any one of these trails is a great starting point for your next Park City hike.

Nothing says summer like enjoying tacos and a margarita al fresco – especially after spending some time outside recreating. Lucky for you, there are a few Park City area restaurants that like to celebrate the warmer months by offering Taco Tuesday specials. We dare you not to give them all a try!