FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

As the state with the largest percentage of children in the United States, with nearly 30% of the population under the age of 18, it’s no wonder why there is such a large variety of activities in Utah for families. With both fun and educational options available, you are sure to have an exciting time.

While there are beautiful views, natural wonders, and hikes perfect for families, the list below is just a few of the places created especially with families, and fun, in mind.

ANTELOPE ISLAND

Antelope Island is home to wildlife such as freeranging bison, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn (antelope), birds, and many other desert animals, making it a great place to take the family for a view of local wildlife. stateparks.utah.gov/parks/antelope-island

BOONDOCKS FUN CENTER

Boondocks has everything you need for family fun: mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag, arcade games, food, and more. boondocks.com

CLARK PLANETARIUM

A planetarium for visitors of all ages who want to discover and learn more about space and science. Don't miss their exciting Cosmic Light Show. slco.org/clark-planetarium

DISCOVERY GATEWAY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Multiple hands-on exhibits allow children the opportunity to learn and be creative while playing and interacting with their environment. discoverygateway.org

DREAMSCAPES

Enter a dream world in Dreamscapes Surreal and immersive installation of digital artworks fun for all ages and abilities to explore. utaharts.org/en/dreamscapes

EVERMORE PARK

An old-world, European village-themed experience park in Pleasant Grove. is blend of a theme park, events, thrills, and theatrics allows your family to become immersed in an incredible and unforgettable story. evermore.com

HALE CENTER THEATRE

Putting on plays and musicals, Hale Center eatre has been a part of the community for over 35 years and continues to be a local favorite. hct.org/online

HEBER VALLEY RAILROAD

is historic 16-mile railroad based in Heber City o ers regular scenic passenger trains and various themed family train rides throughout the year. hebervalleyrr.org

HILL AEROSPACE MUSEUM

Exhibiting thousands of aircrafts, two galleries, and an outside air park, Hill Aerospace Museum is sure to amaze and educate both children and adults alike. aerospaceutah.org

HOGLE ZOO

is 42-acre zoo features shaded pathways and more than 800 animals from diverse ecosystems. Located at the mouth of Emigration Canyon. hoglezoo.org

IFLY UTAH

Indoor skydiving in wind speeds of up to 150 mph, iFly in Ogden is sure to be an experience you’ll never forget. iflyutah.com

KENNECOTT COPPER MINE

e Kennecott Copper Mine is known as the largest man-made excavation and deepest open-pit mine in the world. Visit the new visitor experience, see the amazing view of the mine and watch the giant dump trucks with 12.5-foot-tall wheels drive by. riotintokennecott.com/visit

LABYRINTH REALITY GAMES

Take your pick from a variety of themed reality games featuring multidimensional escape room challenges. Requires a team of two to four people. Reserved timeslots are available and recommended. labyrinthrealitygames.com

LAGOON AMUSEMENT PARK

An amusement park in Farmington with fun for all ages: a water park, thrill rides for the adrenaline junkies, a kiddie-land with rides for the little ones, and a variety of games and entertainment. lagoonpark.com

THE LEONARDO MUSEUM

Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, this innovative museum seeks to connect science, technology, and creativity. Kids will love the excitement that comes with creating their own art and technology in the museum’s hands-on exhibits. theleonardo.org

LOVELAND LIVING PLANET AQUARIUM

Marine-life aquarium with multiple displays featuring more than 2,400 marine animals and three unique experiences: Shark, Penguin, and Stingray Encounters. thelivingplanet.com

MUSEUM OF NATURAL CURIOSITY

Explore more than 400 interactive experiences that teach about science and nature in this glasswalled museum located at anksgiving Point in Lehi. thanksgivingpoint.org/ experience/museum-of-natural-curiosity

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF UTAH

Located at Research Park on the campus of the University of Utah, the mission of the museum is to illuminate the natural world and the place of humans within it. A variety of exhibits make learning fun. nhmu.utah.edu

QUARRY EXHIBIT HALL

View the wall of approximately 1,500 dinosaur bones including an Allosaurus, Diplodocus, and Stegosaurus. ere are even places to touch 149 millionyear-old dinosaur fossils! nps.gov/dino

RED BUTTE GARDEN

Enjoy plant collections, display gardens, and awardwinning horticulture-based educational programs at Red Butte, the largest botanical garden in the Intermountain West. Located in the eastern foothills of the University of Utah campus. redbuttegarden.org

SNOWBIRD

From a mountain coaster to an alpine slide and everything in between, Snowbird is just as much a summer family fun location as a winter one. Check out all the fun activities you can do! snowbird.com

ST. GEORGE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Nonpro t children’s museum in St. George, dedicated to providing vibrant and engaging interactive activities that invite children and families to discover, imagine, and create. sgchildrensmuseum.org

THANKSGIVING POINT

A nonpro t farm, garden, and museum complex. Families love all it o ers, including: e Museum of Ancient Life, Farm Country, the Museum of Natural Curiosity, Ashton Gardens, and the Butter y Biosphere. thanksgivingpoint.org

THIS IS THE PLACE HERITAGE PARK

Step back in time and take a train ride, pet farm animals, ride a pony, and pan for gold at is is the Place Heritage Park; where guests get a chance to see what the West was like in the late 1800s. thisistheplace.org

TIMPANOGOS CAVE

Timpanogos Cave is a limestone cave system with three caverns open to the public. Visitors can enter the caves with a guided tour led by experienced park rangers. Junior Ranger programs are held between Memorial Day and Labor Day. nps.gov/tica/index.htm

TRACY AVIARY

is 8-acre aviary located in Salt Lake’s Liberty Park o ers exhibits, shows, and encounters that give guests the chance to view and feed birds. tracyaviary.org

TREEHOUSE MUSEUM (OGDEN)

is reading-oriented museum encourages children to “step into a story” through hands-on activities and exhibits. treehousemuseum.org

UTAH OLYMPIC PARK

Built for the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympic Games, the Olympic Park has a variety of adventurous activities for the family including bobsledding, watching Nordic ski jump practice in the pool, touring the facility, and wandering through the free museum, among other special events.

WHEELER HISTORIC FARM

A historic farm and public park serve as a large, natural open space in the Salt Lake Valley. With 75 acres of natural landscape, trails, and backwoods area, it’s an ideal location for walks and picnics. Children will enjoy the chance to meet the farm animals and play in the ever-popular playground fort. slco.org/wheeler-farm/visit/park