Take a six-hour small-group drive from Salt Lake City through Big Cottonwood Canyon to Silver Lake and historic Park City. This scenic tour blends short alpine walks, museum stops at Utah Olympic Park, and two hours to explore Main Street.
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You roll away from the Gallivan Center and the city grid thins into a ribbon of aspen and granite. The van climbs Big Cottonwood Canyon; temperature drops, pines lean over the road and the air smells of crushed needles. At Silver Lake the group steps out onto a boardwalk—alpine water daring you closer—and the Wasatch Range opens in clean, mineral-edged views.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly seated with brief, low-effort walks
Wildlife
History
Park City began as a silver-mining town in the late 1800s; the area later developed into a major ski and Olympic venue in the 20th century.
Conservation
Big Cottonwood Canyon is managed for both recreation and watershed protection—stay on trails and boardwalks to protect sensitive alpine vegetation and water quality.
Reserve your spot on the Scenic Park City Tour via Big Cottonwood Canyon today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer for rapidly changing mountain weather
Temperatures can fall quickly in Big Cottonwood Canyon—wear a light insulating layer and a wind shell you can stash in the van.
Comfortable walk shoes
You’ll walk on boardwalks and Main Street’s uneven sidewalks—supportive shoes make the two-hour Park City window more enjoyable.
Bring a small daypack
Carry water, a light jacket, camera, and any personal items for the Park City stop—your van will have space but you’ll want hands free to explore.
Reserve mornings on weekends
Departing earlier avoids heavier traffic and gives clearer light in the canyon; weekends can be busier at Silver Lake and Main Street.
Layered jacket
A lightweight insulating layer and wind shell keep you comfortable as elevation and temps change.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes for boardwalks, uneven sidewalks, and short strolls through Park City.
Sunglasses & sunscreen
High-elevation sun reflects off rock and snow—protect eyes and skin even on cool days.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Scenic canyon walls and Main Street photo ops reward a quick photo setup.