What are the best things to do in Utah with kids?

Park City's alpine slide, mountain coaster, and Utah Olympic Park bobsled rides top the list in the north. In the south, Zion's flat Pa'rus and Riverside Walk trails, the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site, and Sand Hollow's shallow red-sand beach work for almost any age.

What is the best time of year to visit Utah with kids?

March through May and September through November are the most comfortable statewide. Southern Utah stays pleasant all winter, while Park City is at its best December through March for snow and June through September for alpine activities.

Is Utah good for toddlers and strollers?

Yes, if you pick the right trails. Zion's Pa'rus Trail is paved, Riverside Walk is hard-packed and flat, and Park City's rail-trail sections and Swaner Preserve boardwalk all work with a stroller. Each destination guide flags the stroller-friendly options.

How far apart are Park City and St. George?

About 300 miles on I-15, roughly 4.5 hours without stops. Three days is enough for either one on its own; plan eight or more days if you want to combine both regions in one trip.

How many days do you need in Utah with kids?

Five to seven days in one region is the sweet spot. It gives you two or three activity days, a slow pool or park day, and travel time on either end without burning out the youngest traveler.

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Things to do in Utah with kids

Utah with the kids: the stops, meals, and stays that actually work with a stroller, a 7-year-old, or a teenager who won't get out of the car. Everything below is what we hand our own guests — sorted by season, by basecamp, and by how far you're willing to drive.

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Planning the whole trip? Start with our Utah family vacation guide — Park City vs. St. George side by side, plus homes that sleep everyone.

Best things to do in Utah with kids, by season

Utah is really two family trips in one state. Snow and alpine activities in the north, red rock and water in the south — and the right answer changes every three months.

Winter

December – March

Ski school and tubing in Park CityAges 3+, half-day lessons
Bobsled rides at Utah Olympic ParkIndoor museum on storm days
Hike Zion without the crowds from St. George50s–60s°F most days
Indoor pools and dinosaur tracks in St. GeorgeNo snow gear required

Spring

March – May

Red rock hikes before the summer heatPa'rus and Riverside Walk are stroller-friendly
Sand Hollow's shallow red-sand beachWarm enough by late April
Wildflower walks at Swaner PreserveFlat boardwalk, free
Spring skiing with shorter lift linesSlush laps and patio lunches

Summer

June – September

Alpine slide and mountain coaster in Park CityThe single biggest kid win of the trip
Free town lift and Main Street eveningsCool nights, easy dinners
Early-morning Zion, afternoon poolBeat 100°F afternoons
Lake days at Sand Hollow and Quail CreekRent a paddleboard

Fall

September – November

Aspen leaf drives above Park CityPeak color late September
Perfect-temperature red rock hiking70s°F and quiet trails
Harvest festivals and farm standsWeekend events across both towns
Shoulder-season rates on family homesThe cheapest week of the year to book direct

Dated happenings — festivals, races, and family events — are listed separately so you can build around them.

Family itineraries: Park City and St. George

Three days each, paced for kids — one big activity a day, an early dinner, and a rain or heat swap when the plan falls apart.

Mountains · Ski + summer

Park City with kids — 3 days

35 minutes from the Salt Lake City airport, so you can land and be in the hot tub by dinner. Ski school in winter, alpine slides and mountain biking in summer, and a walkable Main Street that keeps teenagers happy.

Ages 4+ · Nov–Mar for snow, Jun–Sep for the alpine coaster

Day 1 — Land in Salt Lake, drive up, walk Main Street, ride the free town lift.
Day 2 — Ski school or the Alpine Slide at Park City Mountain, early dinner, hot tub.
Day 3 — Utah Olympic Park bobsled + museum, then Swaner Preserve boardwalk to burn off the rest.

Storm or rain day: Olympic Park's indoor museum and the Park City Library make an easy two-hour reset.

Build this in My Trip Park City family picks Park City guide

Red rock · Warm all winter

St. George with kids — 3 days

Southern Utah's warm-weather basecamp and the closest town to Zion. Short, stroller-tolerant trails, dinosaur tracks, and pools that are usable in February — this is the trip for families who don't want to pack snow gear.

All ages · Mar–May and Sep–Nov are the comfortable months

Day 1 — Arrive, Pioneer Park's slot-canyon scramble at golden hour, pizza in town.
Day 2 — Zion (40 min): Riverside Walk and Pa'rus Trail, both flat and shuttle-accessible.
Day 3 — St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site, then Sand Hollow's red sand beach and shallow water.

Too hot? Flip the day — trails before 10am, pool from noon, museums mid-afternoon.

Build this in My Trip St. George family picks St. George guide

Kid-friendly guides by destination

Each guide is filtered down to the family-friendly picks only — curated with local tourism partners.

Where to stay with kids (book direct)

Full kitchens, laundry, and room to spread out beat a pair of hotel rooms every time. Browse our Park City and St. George homes or jump straight to the homes that sleep six or more.

Utah with kids: common questions

What are the best things to do in Utah with kids?: Park City's alpine slide, mountain coaster, and Utah Olympic Park bobsled rides top the list in the north. In the south, Zion's flat Pa'rus and Riverside Walk trails, the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site, and Sand Hollow's shallow red-sand beach work for almost any age.
What is the best time of year to visit Utah with kids?: March through May and September through November are the most comfortable statewide. Southern Utah stays pleasant all winter, while Park City is at its best December through March for snow and June through September for alpine activities.
Is Utah good for toddlers and strollers?: Yes, if you pick the right trails. Zion's Pa'rus Trail is paved, Riverside Walk is hard-packed and flat, and Park City's rail-trail sections and Swaner Preserve boardwalk all work with a stroller. Each destination guide flags the stroller-friendly options.
How far apart are Park City and St. George?: About 300 miles on I-15, roughly 4.5 hours without stops. Three days is enough for either one on its own; plan eight or more days if you want to combine both regions in one trip.
How many days do you need in Utah with kids?: Five to seven days in one region is the sweet spot. It gives you two or three activity days, a slow pool or park day, and travel time on either end without burning out the youngest traveler.