National & State Parks

With over 60 national and state parks only a few hours away, Salt Lake is the perfect place to begin—or unwind from—your adventures in the great, wild West. Utah is truly nature's playground, with miles upon miles of diverse and spectacular terrain, including deep forests and craggy peaks, vast deserts and lunar salt flats, red-rock towers and arches, secret slot canyons, and winding rivers. Opportunities for hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, climbing, outdoor photography, and general exploring are practically endless.

And when it’s time to take a breather from all that adrenaline? Salt Lake’s got you covered. Fuel up for the next leg of your journey at one of our vibrant local restaurants (yes, the tacos are worth writing home about), check into a cozy hotel to get a solid night’s sleep before hitting the trails, or treat your tired muscles to some well-deserved TLC at a full-service spa. Whether you’re gearing up for some great outdoors or easing back into real life, Salt Lake is the ultimate place to round out your adventure.