10 TOP Things to Do in Salt Lake County October 2026

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1. Snowbird Ski Resort

If you’re in search of a resort near Snowbird, choose the Snowbird Ski Resort, and you won’t regret it. With the longest ski season in Utah, Snowbird Ski Resort invites skiers and snowboarders alike to hit the trails and carve up all 100 trails and 3,240 vertical feet of terrain on this massive snow mountain.

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2. Solitude Mountain Resort

Solitude Mountain Resort is frequently praised as one of Utah’s hidden gems. Visit this mountain resort to enjoy year-round adventure sports, magnificent scenery, a pedestrian-only village and varied culinary experiences. Located on the slopes of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude Mountain is just a short drive from Salt Lake City, yet its welcoming charm makes you feel worlds away.

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3. Alta Ski Area

This Utah gem is among the most scenic places in the area to book ski vacation packages, and its picture-worthy weather and powder-light snow make the 2,200 acres of skiable terrain an absolute pleasure.

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4. Temple Square

For members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), Salt Lake City’s historic Temple Square is a sacred site of pilgrimage and inspiration. Others are attracted by its heritage buildings and landmark architecture. Visitors are drawn here from far and wide to absorb its special atmosphere and enjoy the landscaped gardens which provide a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding city.

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5. City Creek Center

Shop in an unforgettable setting at City Creek Center in Salt Lake City. Enjoy an open-air shopping experience in any season under the center’s fully retractable glass roof. Come here to shop in dozens of stores, have lunch or just take a stroll in a unique setting.

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What to do in Salt Lake County

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Snowbird Ski Resort

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Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

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