Beloved by Salt Lake City visitors and citizens alike, this ancient canyon beginning just outside city limits offers numerous ways to enjoy its beauty.

To explore this steep-walled valley, make tracks to Utah. You'll find lots of other things to see in this area, such as Park City Mountain Resort, Alta Ski Area, and Brighton Mountain Resort.

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The Miners Club

Canyons Village at Park City

$672

per person

Dec 4 - Dec 7

found 16 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

9/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)

Great stop over. Very clean and friendly staff

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2025

Main & SKY

Downtown Park City

$1,692

per person

Jan 26 - Jan 31

found 17 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

8.4/10 Very Good! (384 reviews)

Close to everything you need.

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Stein Eriksen Lodge

Deer Valley

$1,863

per person

Dec 3 - Dec 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (599 reviews)

Very courteous staff and spotless rooms ! Great property with variety of amenities in nice location.

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour

Free cancellation available

Winter activities

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Park City Preferred Ski Rental Package - Adult & Junior

Free cancellation available

Classes & workshops

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Transformational Breath & Ice Bath Workshop

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

Snowbird Ski Resort

Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

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Alta Ski Area

Alta Mountain is most famous for one quirk: Only skiers are allowed on its slopes. What you sacrifice in Alta snowboarding, however, you more than gain in local atmosphere.

Donut Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Donut Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Salt Lake City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this romantic area.

Baby Thunder Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Baby Thunder Ski Lift during your travels to Sandy. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Gadzoom Ski Lift

Enjoy a trip to Gadzoom Ski Lift and popular activities like skiing in Sandy. Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its hiking trails.

Wilbere Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Wilbere Ski Lift during your travels to Sandy. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the ski slopes.