There are just a few more weeks of summer and it is SO HOT! Where we live in Utah, school starts in one month, so we know that we need to soak up all of the sunshine and fun family time while we can. We actually sat down and made a list of what we wanted to do before the end of our summer break. We also want to beat the heat the best we can. These are the 12 summer activities in Utah we put on our list!
Swim at a Pool
There are a bunch of fun swimming pools to help you stay cool in Utah. We surveyed our followers and these are their suggestions on the best pools in Utah.
Splash at a Splash Pad
Our favorite place to cool off in the summer is always at a splash pad. They are free to visit, and there are usually no deep areas. There are some really fun splash pads in Utah. Here are a few favorites
Play at one of Utah’s Best Parks
Utah really knows how to bring in fun playgrounds for the kids. There are some amazing parks to enjoy. In the summer, we prefer to go early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid the heat!
Visit Lagoon
Lagoon is Utah’s roller coaster park, but it has a great kiddie land for youngsters. Our boys have loved Lagoon since they were tiny. We make a few trips each summer to ride the rides and get soaked on Rattlesnake Rapids.
Splash at Splash Summit
If you want a really fun spot with waterslides, splash pools, and more, then Splash Summit in Provo is the spot to go! We love that there is something for all ages, even our teens have a blast.
Enjoy a Waterfall Hike
Our favorite end to a hike is a waterfall, especially in the summer. There is something special about feeling the spray on your face after a hot hike. Here are 20 easy waterfall hikes, but there are lots more waterfall trails in Utah. Find one and hit the trail!
Go Camping
The best time to camp is the summer, especially if you head to the mountains. Making s’mores around the campfire is the best! We love camping on the Mirror Lake Highway, which runs through the Uintas, so it is cooler and very beautiful. Here are our suggestions for camping spots and things to do up there.
Kayak or Paddleboard
Our boys love to use our kayaks in the summer on mountain lakes. We also kayaked down the Provo River, and that was a blast. If kayaking isn’t your thing, then break out the paddle boards. Both give you a chance to explore. Here are three spots we love with our kayaks:
Eat More Ice Cream Cones
Ice Cream is our favorite treat in the summer (snow cones are a close second). And we are so lucky to have some of the best ice cream shops in Utah. It’s hard to choose a favorite, but here are a few ideas:
Go for a Bird Drive
We are huge bird watchers. So when we want a cooler activity, we stay in the car and go for a bird drive. One of our favorite places to see birds is the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge near Brigham City. They have a short trail, awesome visitor center, and a big drive.
Have a Picnic Lunch
Picnics at the Park are a blast in the summer. Bring your favorite lunch and grab a table at a favorite park or sit on a blanket. Usually we choose a park with a fun playground, but here are a few fun spots for picnics that we have loved.
Summit a Mountain
The best time to summit a mountain for easy of hiking is later in the summer or early Fall. We don’t tackle huge long trails, but there are a few great ones for kids. The trails are still a climb, but they are simpler than hiking Kings Peak.
We hope these summer activities in Utah give you some ideas on how to fill your family’s summer calendar. What’s on your end of summer bucket list?
