Photo of a person hiking during a Utah summer vacation in Alta-Snowbird

Alta-Snowbird may be known for its winter activities, but our mountain towns offer a year-round vacation destination. During the summer, the mountains come alive with blossoming wildflowers, wildlife roams the Albion Basin, and ski resorts transform into an outdoor recreation oasis. Plan your Utah summer vacation with Canyon Services and discover hiking, fishing, and mountain biking just minutes from your condo rental!

Utah Summer Hiking Trails

Once the snow melts, Alta Snowbird offers an abundance of hiking trails to explore. Alta offers around 13 miles of trails, ranging from beginner to advanced. Explore the Albion Basin and take in views of wildflowers, mountains, wetlands, and wildlife. Discover even more trails at Snowbird on your own or with guided hikes on the mountains.

We ask all visitors to recreate responsibly by staying on designated trails and leaving no trace!

Summer Fun at Snowbird

Experience Utah summer activities for the whole family at Snowbird! Purchase the all-day activity pass and enjoy unlimited access to rides and attractions on the mountains. Activities include an alpine slide, mountain coaster, ropes course, bungee trampoline, summer tubing, wall climbing, and more! You can also access gemstone mining and the kids’ fishing pond for an additional fee.

Little Cottonwood Canyon Fishing

Little Cottonwood Canyon offers fantastic fly fishing during the summer! Make sure you have your Utah fishing license and head to our alpine lakes to cast your line! Lakes like Cecret Lake, Lake Mary, and Twin Lakes regularly stock trout for exceptional summer fishing.

Alta Snowbird Mountain Biking Trails

Mountain biking is one of our favorite summer pastimes, with abundant trails throughout Alta and Snowbird. Read our blog “The Best Mountain Biking in Utah at Alta-Snowbird” for more information on our trails!

Summer Dining Options

During the summer, many of our mountain restaurants close for the season. Not to worry, there are still plenty of places to grab some grub this season, including:

Your Utah Summer Vacation Awaits!

Plan your Utah summer vacation with Canyon Services and enjoy everything Alta-Snowbird offers just minutes from your rental property. All of our Utah vacation rentals are located within a five-minute drive of both ski resorts. Save on your getaway with our Alta Snowbird Special Lodging Deals, and make memories with us this summer!