50The HEBER VALLEY RAILROAD journeys into the old west. Board the North Pole Express, Provo Canyon or Lakeside Limited, and partake in history on this scenic train ride.
Bundle up the family for a day of fun or join with friends and enjoy the sights of the Wasatch Range. hebervalleyrr.org

The VIKING YURT at Park City Mountain Resort takes guests on a romantic Nordic venture on a cat- pulled sleigh ride, which ascends a 1,000 foot vertical climb to The Yurt. Once inside, the European adventure continues with live music and a unique four-hour dining experience- all at 8,000 feet. Enjoy a silent winter evening with an old-fashioned horse-drawn sleigh ride. It seats up to 12 for an intimate ride through Park City Mountain Resort with spectacular views of the city’s nightscape. The 25-minute sleigh ride ends at the lodge where guests can enjoy dinner and live entertainment, then be taken back by sleigh. Hot apple cider and beverages are complimentary with each ride.
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51PARK CITY RESORT Winter activities galore await visitors to this popular ski area. The Alpine Coaster’s toboggan-style cars race down 4,000 feet of curves and bends, and the Flying Eagle Zip Line gives riders a bird’s eye view of the resort. parkcitymountain.com

GORGOZA PARK Lifts transport riders to seven tubing lanes at this local family- friendly destination. Fort Frosty’s play area is designed for kids six and under; 50-foot conveyors and tubing carousels guarantee winter fun for the smallest of riders! gorgoza.com

53WHITE PINE TOURING A cross- country ski center, located in town, offers adult Nordic beginners classes in both skate and classic style. Private one- hour lessons can also be reserved seven days a week; season passes are available for individual-family, and single-day passes for adults and kids. With complete rental equipment at your disposal and over 12 miles of beginner, intermediate and advanced groomed loops, now’s a better time than ever to try out the cross-country trails in Park City. whitepinetouring.com

SOLDIER HOLLOW Located in nearby Midway, Soldier Hollow is home to some of the best cross-country skiing around. A host for the 2002 Olympics, Soldier Hollow has manicured trails for the beginner, as well as more challenging Olympic courses for advanced and expert skiers. Mention tubing anywhere in town and locals will point you to Soldier Hollow’s famous tubing hill. With the longest runs in the state at 1,200 feet, Soldier Hollow’s tubing hill (complete with outdoor sound system) is an excuse to gather a large party and hit the slopes. soldierhollow.com

UTAH OLYMPIC PARK Located at Kimball Junction, Utah Olympic Park is where the fast-speed action awaits. Climb into a bobsled or skeleton ride steered by a professional pilot and experience going
up to 80 mph down the Olympic mile-long track and reaching up to 5 Gs of force. It’s an experience you’ll be able to tell your friends about back home. utaholympiclegacy.org/ park

REDSTONE CINEMAS 8 | HOLIDAY VILLAGE 4
Redstone Cinemas 8 and Holiday Village 4 boast a different kind of indoor adventure. Take off your ski boots, warm up inside, and relax with snacks and popcorn while you enjoy the latest 3D blockbuster or comedy film. Check out show times online and book your tickets in advance. metrotheatres.com

SUNDANCE RESORT Located in Provo Canyon, Sundance Resort runs its special “Full Moon” cross-country ski/snowshoe outing from December-March on select dates. Guided by the “light of the moon,” the $15 per person ticket includes rental equipment and allows you full access to the wooded trails. The adventure begins at dusk and ends at 9 p.m. Headlamps are recommended and are available for rent. sundanceresort.com

With adventures at every turn, exploring Park City and the neighboring communities becomes an adventure in itself. It’s another reason to enjoy the high altitude lifestyle and winter escapades nature has to offer.

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