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Heres what to do during a short trip to Park City, Utah.
That means you don’t have to be a skier or boarder to vacation in Park City.
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Of course, if you live for fresh powder, you’ll find plenty of that, too.
Day One
Compared to other mountain destinations, Park City rules when it comes to access.
Check into the boutiqueWashington School House Hotelin downtown Park City before heading outside to inhale all that fresh air.
Head toRiverhorse on Mainfor on-point salads, expertly prepared steaks, and consistently good service.
Powder hounds will love Jupiter Bowl while intermediates should head to the King Con Express to lap the blues.
TryCloud Dinefor an on-mountain lunch or opt for salads and wraps at theSilver Star Cafeat the base.
A short 5 minutes from town, the skiers-onlyDeer Valleyalso boasts loads of well-groomed ski trails.
In the summer,Deer Valleyhas 70 miles of mountain bike trails accessible by three different chair lifts.
If you’ve had enough of skiing or biking, opt for a different adventure at theUtah Olympic Park.
Although it’s not for the faint of heart, this adrenaline-pumping experience operates in both summer and winter.
Guests can swim in the 95-degree water, snorkel, or even take a paddle-board yoga class.
For dinner, check out one of Park City’s newer restaurants creating a buzz,Handle.
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