When summer rolls around once again and you’re looking to embrace the warm weather and sunshine with a healthy dose of fun included, planning a kid-family summer vacation to Park City, Utah is always a good decision. Here, you can count on beautiful surroundings to enjoy all season long, amazing options for city-center entertainment to add to your list, and plenty of time in the great outdoors too! If you’re traveling this way with children of varying ages and you want to make sure your itinerary includes activities that thrill everyone, the following kid-friendly experiences are a must the next time you’re here.
Visit the Adventure Park Together
Between June 15 and September 2 each year, Park City Mountain Resort opens its Adventure Park to the public, and it’s a hub for fun that everyone in your group is sure to love. The Park City Adventure Park hosts activities like the thrilling Alpine Coaster, which kids who have a passion for adrenaline-pumping fun will want to try over and over again. The Alpine Coaster offers up an opportunity to wind your way down the mountainside on the longest alpine slide in the state, with options to control your speed according to preference. The Mountain Coaster takes things even fast on-site and is a favorite among teens and adults. Feel free to race your way through the forest roller-coaster style, enjoying the views and heart-pounding thrills along the way. The Adventure Park also has trails to trek and a zipline to check out as well this summer.
Take a Ride on a Scenic Chairlift
For a bird’s eye view on Park City’s incredible landscapes, make sure to add a chairlift ride to your lineup of kid-friendly activities this summer in Utah. There’s nothing quite as refreshing as seeing the surrounding mountains from new heights in the summertime, and the Town Lift, Payday Lift, and Crescent Lift, as well as the Red Pine Gondola run throughout the summer season. The Payday scenic chairlift is open from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm daily making it one of the easiest additions to even the busiest vacation schedule. While the views along the way are one-of-a-kind, this kid-friendly activity can be paired with access to hiking trails, observations points, and biking options once you reach the summit when you’re looking for even more in the way of fun for everyone.
Try the Ropes Course at Utah Olympic Park
In every season of the year, Utah Olympic Park is a must-visit destination in town for families heading to Park City on an adventure together. That said, summertime offers up opportunities to include some quality time on the on-site rope courses to your list which is sure to be a highlight for the kids in your group. There are three courses to pick from with the Adventure Course typically considered to be the most family-friendly of the bunch. This course has two levels and an impressive 39 elements to conquer along the way which include zip lines, cargo nets, and suspension bridges as well. Over at the Discovery ropes course, you’ll find challenges that aren’t quite as high off the ground, making this a great starting point for kids with a fear of heights, or the littlest ones in your group.
Make the Most of Stand Up Paddleboarding at Deer Valley
Beating the heat as a family in Park City this summer begins with some quality time paddleboarding on the water over at Deer Valley Resort. This time of year, Pebble Beach is the place to be with a paddle board in hand and plenty of sunscreen on too. The waters are gentle and still, making it easy for beginners and expert paddleboarders alike to enjoy time out and about exploring together. There are kayak rentals available here by the hour as well when you’re hoping to mix and match your on-the-water recreation.
Family-Friendly Mountain Biking Adventures at Trailside Park
If you find yourself in Park City this summer with kids who love to adventure on two wheels, making your way to Trailside Park is a must. This is a true mecca for mountain biking fun and is designed to include routes for riders of all skill levels across a variety of singletrack trails. There are mountain bike rentals available through White Pine Touring if you don’t have your own gear, and this company also offers guided outings upon request. At Trailside Park, you can find two pump tracks, a designated beginner areas, and routes that are ideal for expert free riding.
Book Your Summer Stay in Park City Today
Take your summer family getaway to Park City to the next level of excellence this year by booking luxurious accommodations to enjoy through Abode Park City. Reach out today to learn more about our inviting property options available with selections to enjoy that include pool tables, hot tubs, pools, spacious decks, grills, and game rooms too!
