The best parks & outdoor spots in Salt Lake City

6 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Parks & Outdoors · 6 places · showing the latest additions first

Parks & Outdoors

Amenities at this park include a little league field, tennis court, paved walkway & playground.

2660 E Heritage Wy

“Amenities at this park include a little league field, tennis court, paved walkway & playground.”

Parks & Outdoors

Family-friendly community plaza offering an ice rink that doubles as a roller rink, plus an arcade.

1354 E Chambers Ave (Millcreek)

“Family-friendly community plaza offering an ice rink that doubles as a roller rink, plus an arcade.”

Parks & Outdoors

This sprawling green space with a pond lures locals for long walks, bike rides, basketball & soccer.

1330 2100 S

“This sprawling green space with a pond lures locals for long walks, bike rides, basketball & soccer.”

Parks & Outdoors

Flat park and trail destination known for bird-watching, wildlife and boat races.

2300 Parkway Blvd (West Valley City)

“Flat park and trail destination known for bird-watching, wildlife and boat races.”

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Parks & Outdoors

Educational garden featuring exhibits of water-efficient plants & landscape designs, plus classes.

8275 S 1300 W (West Jordan)

“Educational garden featuring exhibits of water-efficient plants & landscape designs, plus classes.”

Parks & Outdoors

Park with a playground, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and a splash pad for family fun.

1140 W 1100 N (North Salt Lake)

“Park with a playground, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and a splash pad for family fun.”