Summer in Park City provides families with abundant options for keeping children engaged and active. The same mountains that challenge adult athletes offer age-appropriate adventures for younger visitors, while educational opportunities and water activities round out the season's possibilities.
Utah Olympic Park
Utah Olympic Park ranks among the most compelling family destinations. Children can experience the Alpine Slide, Extreme Tubing, and adventure courses scaled to various age groups. Watching athletes train on ski jumps and aerial ramps provides memorable spectator experiences.
On summer weekends families can experience the excitement of the Flying Ace All-Stars Freestyle Show. The half-hour choreographed production features Olympians and National Team skiers and snowboarders performing acrobatic feats as they soar up to 60 feet in the air.
The free museum dedicated to Olympic history educates while entertaining, making it valuable for weather contingencies.
What to ask about: Height and age requirements for specific activities, which vary across attractions.
Local Insight: Plan outdoor activities for mornings and save indoor options (library, art center) for afternoons when thunderstorms hit. Altitude affects kids quickly—watch for altitude headaches and keep everyone hydrated.
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Resort Activities
Park City Mountain Resort features both the Alpine Slide and Alpine Coaster that allow riders to control their own speeds. The Park City base also boasts a climbing wall, a mini-golf course and the Legacy Launcher Trampoline.
The scenic gondola provides access to mountain-top activities and hiking without requiring significant uphill effort.
Deer Valley offers family-friendly hiking and scenic lift access during the summer months.
What to look for: Family activity packages that bundle multiple experiences at improved pricing.
Nature and Wildlife
Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter provides wetland boardwalks, wildlife observation, and hands-on nature programs designed for children. Summer months also feature guided nature walks and educational events. The pace here differs from adrenaline-focused activities—educational and exploratory rather than thrilling.
Swimming and Water Sports
If your family enjoys water recreation, the Jordanelle Reservoir is a quick 15 minutes from Park City proper. The man-made lake offers swimming beaches and water sports, including rentals for boats, jet skis, kayaks and paddle boards.
Additionally, the Jordanelle is fed by the Provo River making it a great location for fishing.
Ride the Summit Bike Share
Park City boasts a network of paved and gravel paths connecting Deer Valley and Park City. Families can take advantage of the electric-assist bike share, letting them pedal through the town with the help of a small electric motor. To start riding simply go to the website, mobile app, or get a bike directly at a station kiosk.
Indoor Options
The Park City Library hosts summer programming for children, including reading programs and maker activities.
Kimball Art Center offers kid-friendly crafts and workshops that provide creative engagement during afternoon hours.
The Park City Museum is full of interactive exhibits and displays that demonstrate life during the town’s early mining years through its transformation to a ski town.
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Local Insight: The atmosphere in Park City is thinner than at lower altitudes which offers less protection from the sun. To avoid sun damage, be liberal with sunscreen and apply generously throughout the day.
