Explore the stunning beautiful and awe-inspiring recreational opportunities in Utah on a visit to Salt Lake City with Southwest Travel Club.
Many who travel to Utah, do so in the winter. As one of the top ski destinations in the U.S., Utah is filled with majestic mountains and resorts offering some of the finest accommodations available to you. Those who take the time to explore this area of Utah in the Spring, are treated to some of the most stunning scenes and wonderful activities imaginable.
A bustling metropolis, Salt Lake City is home to almost 200,000 year round residents. Offering you more than just outdoor recreation, historic sites of interest and dining options are found throughout the city. Night life, sports events, arts and cultural activities, museums and art galleries provide much for the city dweller to enjoy in Utah.
In celebration of Earth day, Southwest Travel Club would like to explore some of the many wonderful outdoor destinations you can enjoy on a visit to Salt Lake City this April and throughout the year.
Salt Lake City Hiking
From easy to more difficult, hiking is found throughout the area. A great way to explore natures beauty, there are literally miles of trails and paths that take you to some of the most beautiful sites in the area including:
- Alexander Basin
- Bell Canyon to First Waterfall
- Desolation Trail to Valley Overlook
- Ensign Peak
- Mount Olympus Summit
Each presents unique opportunities for the hiker to enjoy. Mount Olympus Summit in fact, is considered one of the finest views in the region. At over 9,000 feet above sea level, this federally protected wildlife area is both beautiful and breathtaking any time of the year.
Salt Lake City Biking and Exploring
Mountain Biking is another great way to get out and explore the beauty of the area. Again, miles of trails from both simple to more difficult give you many options to choose from including:
- Albion Basin - A smooth and relatively simple trail through the pines and aspens
- Big Water to Dog Lake - One of the most popular trails from Mill Creek Canyon to Dog Lake
- Ridge Trail 157 - A world class single track in the heart of the Wasatch Range - Difficult
Outdoor recreation opportunities abound throughout the area. Many National Park destinations, community parks and camping opportunities are found throughout the area. If you are interested in hiking, biking, watersports, natural areas and ecofriendly adventures, Utah can provide it all. Southwest Travel Club invites you to explore all of natures beauty at destinations around the world. Explore our National Parks and recreational areas and do something healthy while you vacation with Southwest Travel Club as your partner in travel throughout the U.S. and the world.