Thanks
to the great snowpack this past winter,
our rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are in
outstanding shape. When warm weather
arrives, make some time to go out and
enjoy some of these Summer
Splash destinations
and activities!
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UPPER
PROVO
FALLS
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Kamas
Just 23 miles from
Kamas, along the
Mirror Lake Scenic
Byway, lies Upper
Provo River Falls,
one of Utah's most
spectacular
waterfalls. Its
stunning beauty,
showcased by
powerful cascades
amidst the rustic
landscape, is easily
accessible with no
hiking required,
making it a perfect,
tranquil nature
getaway for
all.
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Maps
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BRIDAL
VEIL FALLS
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Provo
The gold standard
for waterfalls in
our area, Bridal
Veil Falls is famous
for a reason and not
to be missed!
Combine it with
a day of tubing on
the Lower Provo
River, and it makes
for a perfect summer
splash
day! With
convenient parking
and a 1.4-mile
trail right out of
the parking lot, you
will get an amazing
view of the falls
and can picnic and
barbecue afterward
at nearby Bridal
Veil Falls
Park.
More
info
here!
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STEWART
FALLS
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Provo
Stewart
Falls, situated near
Sundance Mountain
Resort, is a
magnificent
multi-tiered
waterfall that
plunges about 200
feet. Accessible via
a
moderate 3.5-mile
round trip trail
starting near Aspen
Grove, it winds
through vibrant
Aspen forests,
offering great
scenic beauty and
photo
ops. Although
the trail has some
steep and rocky
sections, the
rewarding views make
the adventure to
Stewart Falls well
worth
it.
More
info
here!
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TIMPANOGOS
FALLS
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Provo
You
will find not
one but two
beautiful waterfalls
here. Hiking to the
Lower Falls will
take about an hour
and a half, while
the Upper Falls is a
more demanding,
4-hour adventure.
Whether you
choose to see one or
both waterfalls,
you're in for a
beautiful hike with
amazing waterfall
views.
Lower
Falls
Info!
| Upper
Falls
Info!
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Our
local lakes and reservoirs are going to
be in prime shape this summer, providing
abundant opportunities for swimming,
boating, and a wide assortment of
water-sports fun.
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JORDANELLE
RESERVOIR
Jordanelle
State Park and
Reservoir is
a popular spot
for Parkites and
Heber Valley
residents to enjoy
an assortment of
water-oriented activities.
The Hailstone area
is a great launching
point
for boaters,
jet skiers, sailors,
rowers, and
wakeboarders. The
quieter Rockcliff
area has
a no-wake
zone that makes
it popular for
stand-up
paddleboarding
and kayaking.
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Hailstone
is well-suited for gatherings,
with amenities that include an
extensive beach area, marina, store,
rentals, large boat ramp,
cabins, and abundant
camping, parking, picnic,
and restroom facilities. Rockcliff
is quieter and offers more basic
amenities that include a nature
center, trail system, and a
picnic pavilion.
The Ross Creek Recreation Area also
provides basic access to Jordanelle,
with a non-motorized boat ramp,
parking area, bathrooms, and
trailhead for the Perimeter
Trail.
More
info here!
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MIRROR
LAKES
HIGHWAY
Lakeside
Hikes
MIRROR
LAKE
LOOP:
Encompassing the
shoreline of the
well-known Mirror
Lake, the Mirror
Lake Loop trail
presents an easy
1.5-mile walk filled
with picturesque
views. Despite its
popularity, the path
maintains a cool,
shaded ambiance for
the majority of the
journey, making it
an enjoyable
experience.
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RUTH
LAKE: Ruth Lake offers
an effortless hiking experience that
is perfect for families of all ages.
Spanning a distance of one mile to
reach the lake (two miles for a
round trip), it's a journey that's
as easy as it is rewarding. Known
for its breathtaking beauty, Ruth
Lake remains a crowd
favorite.
LOFTY
LAKE LOOP: Serving as
the most challenging trek in our
selection, the Lofty Lake Loop might
seem daunting with its notable
changes in elevation over a 4.3-mile
trail. However, if your kids are
slightly older and up for the
challenge, this hike is a
must-try. The path winds its way
past four stunning lakes, each
offering its own slice of natural
beauty.
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ROCKPORT
RESERVOIR
Wanship/Peoa
A
less-crowded alternative
to Jordanelle Reservoir,
Rockport Reservoir
offers ample opportunity
to get out on the water
for fishing, boating,
and water skiing. There
are also facilities for
camping and picnicking.
Stick around after
sunset to enjoy
outstanding stargazing,
as Rockport State Park
is a certified
International Dark
Sky
Park.
More
info
here!
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ECHO
RESERVOIR
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Coalville
One
of the oldest reservoirs
in the area, Echo
Reservoir has popular
day-use facilities at
Red Rock Marina that
include a boat launch,
general store, and
rentals. The Red Rock
campground is currently
closed for construction;
however, campsites are
available at Dry Hollow.
When water levels
recede, this reservoir
also offers drivable
beach access that is
popular for fishing,
picnicking, and
camping.
More
info
here!
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DEER
CREEK
RESERVOIR
Just
South of
Heber/Midway
Offering
great views of Mt
Timpanogos, Deer Creek
Reservoir is popular for
boating, fishing, jet
skiing, and
swimming. It is also a
destination for sailing,
windsurfing, and kiteboarding
due to the winds that
move up and down the
Provo Canyon. Mix in a
visit to nearby
attractions such as
Stewart Falls or one
of Utah's
best ziplines,
and you will be sure to
have an exciting
day!
More
info
here!
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SMITH
&
MOREHOUSE
| 15
Min East of
Oakley
For
a remote feel that is
still close to town,
check out Smith and
Morehouse Reservoir,
found in a
picture-perfect valley
in Weber Canyon. A
popular standup paddle
board location, the
reservoir also offers
boat ramps, fishing, and
nearby camping.
Wakeless boating
only - you
won't find water skiing
here.
More
info
here!
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STRAWBERRY
RESERVOIR
30
Miles Southeast of
Heber
Just a short drive from
downtown Heber,
Strawberry Reservoir is
located high in the
Uinta National Forest.
Highly regarded for its
outstanding fishing
opportunities,
Strawberry is a great
spot to spend a weekend
camping, fishing, and
boating. It is also one
of the best spots in the
western US for a crawfish
boil.
More
info
here!
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Head
out to one of our local rivers with a
tube, raft, or kayak to enjoy a float
this summer! Water levels are up, so
make sure you check with local
outfitters and experts before hopping
into the river on your own this year.
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WEBER
RIVER
Conveniently
located just a short
drive outside of
Park City, Weber
Canyon has beautiful
scenery and some
interesting geological
formations. It's a
great introduction
to river rafting
with Class I
to II rapids.
For the more
adventurous, you may
even come
across Class III
rapids during peak
runoff.
UtahOutdoorAdventures.com
HighCountryAdventure.com
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PROVO
RIVER
Perfect
for rafting and
tubing, the
lower Provo River
is a chilly,
mellow float that is
best enjoyed on
a hot, sunny
day. You can choose
a self-guided tour
or a guided
tour, based on your
comfort level.
HighCountryAdventure.com
Viator.com
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OGDEN
RIVER
Take
your tubes or
other inflatable
watercrafts to Loren
Farr Park for great
scenery and a
relatively short,
1.5-mile ride
down the river. Plan
to get out at
the Crystal Wave,
behind Walmart on
20th
Street.
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Water
parks are a fantastic way to cool down
and have some fun on a hot day. These
water parks are sure to satisfy water
park lovers, both young and
old.
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ISLAND
AQUA
PARKS
Deer
Creek
Reservoir
+
Bear
Lake
Island
Aqua Park is an open
floating water
park at two
different locations
- Deer Creek State
Park and Bear
Lake Rendezvous
State Park. The
aqua parks
include fun and
exciting obstacles,
trampolines, monkey
bars, a quarter
pipe, and an action
tower.
More
info
here!
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SPLASH
SUMMIT
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Provo
Splash
Summit boasts over 15
different water
play areas, slides, and
pools and is the perfect
family destination. You
can also enjoy the new
Rainforest River or take
a break by the wave
pool. Don't forget to
try a tasty Dole Whip by
the
pool!
More
info
here!
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LAGOON
A
BEACH
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Farmington
Beat
the heat with surging
slides, twisting hydro
tubes, the lazy river,
and a kids play area,
complete with
kid-friendly slides,
exploration tunnels, and
swings at Lagoon A
Beach. Your ticket gets
you into both the
amusement park and the
water park, so you can
ride some thrilling
roller coasters before
or after your day at the
beach if you're up to
the
task.
More
info
here!
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Many
of our local communities run aquatic
centers with large pools, slide
options, and splash pads. Check out
our list below.
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BASIN
REC FIELD
HOUSE
Park
City
The
Fieldhouse
has a new lap
swimming pool, an
indoor splash pad
turf, and a hot tub.
For a fun day close
to home, this hits
the
spot!
More
info
here!
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PARK
CITY AQUATIC
CENTER
Park
City
Ecker
Hill Middle School
is home to Park City
School District's
Aquatic Center.
It offers swimming
and diving lessons,
open swim, lap swim,
water fitness
classes, and
SCUBA.
More
info
here!
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SOUTH
SUMMIT
AQUATIC
CENTER
Kamas
The
South Summit Aquatic
Center features a
leisure pool, large
slide, little kids
area, and obstacle
courses; a great
place to spend a few
hours to cool
down!
More
info
here!
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SILVER
MOUNTAIN
SPORTS CLUB
&
SPA
Park
City
The
family pool at
Silver Mountain
includes a
waterslide and lazy
river. There is also
a Junior Olympic lap
pool, hot tubs, and
a kid's playground.
Guests can enjoy the
both the sun
and shade while
eating barbecue and
drinking smoothies
in their lounge
chairs.
More
info
here!
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HOMESTEAD
CRATER
Midway
More
than 10,000 years in
the making, the
Homestead crater is
a geothermal spring
tucked inside a
wall over 50 feet
tall.
It features
swimming, scuba
diving, snorkeling,
paddle boarding,
and even a dry
tour from the
sideline; an
adventure you won't
soon
forget.
More
info
here!
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UTAH
OLYMPIC
PARK
Park
City
Watch
the
Flying Ace All-Stars
Freestyle Show and get
soaked at Utah Olympic
Park. Olympians and
National Team skiers and
snowboarders soar up to
60 feet in the air
before landing in the
Olympic Freestyle Pool.
Enjoy plenty of fun
yourself, including zip
lining, ropes courses,
and
bobsledding.
More
info
here!
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MUD
RUNS
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Various
Locations
Mud
Runs have become a
tradition all their own.
Here are some you can
participate in or
observe this
summer:
Muddy
Dash
| Midway
| July 1
Muddy
Princess
| Salt Lake
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6
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Hopefully,
these great destinations and
activities will help you stay cool
once things heat up this summer. We
are looking forward to spending some
quality time on the water this
summer, and hope to see you out
there!
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