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Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park. It’s wonderland. Old Faithful and the majority of the world’s geysers are preserved here. They are the main reason the park was established in 1872 as America’s first national park—an idea that spread worldwide.

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Yellowstone National Park

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  1. Yellowstone National Park • It’s wonderland. Old Faithful and the majority of the world’s geysers are preserved here. They are the main reason the park was established in 1872 as America’s first national park—an idea that spread worldwide. • A mountain wild land, home to the grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of bison and elk, the park is the core of one of the last, nearly intact, natural ecosystems in the Earth’s temperate zone.

  2. Things to Do • Backcountry Hiking & Camping • Bicycling • Boating • Camping • Led activities and Tours • Day Hikes • Fishing • Horseback/ Llama Riding • Picnicking

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  4. Lagoon • From roller coasters and rapids to the Rocket — get ready for the ride of your life! Lagoon boasts over 45 rides that will thrill, chill, excite and delight you. It all awaits you at Lagoon! It’s Where The Fun Is!

  5. Fees • Regular $44.95 + tax • Kinder $39.95 + tax • Senior Citizen $39.95 + tax • Toddlers $28.95 + tax Includes: Park Admission, Rides, Lagoon-A-Beach, Pioneer Village, Picnic Facilities, Scheduled Entertainment, and Frightmares.

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  7. Tracy Aviary Area @ Liberty Park • For Tracy Aviary’s first 37 years, Calvin D. Wilson was the curator and visionary. During his tenure several world-first breeding occurred here, along with recognition for the part Tracy Aviary played in recovery efforts of the Trumpeter Swan. Wilson retired in 1975 and for the next several years (1976-1982) Tracy Aviary was troubled by poor management, meager funding, and widespread deterioration of both the buildings and the bird collection.

  8. Fees • Adults $7.00 • Children 2 and under FREE • Children 3-12 $5.00 • Students, and age 13+ $6.00 • Seniors, age 65+ $6.00 • Military w/ID $6.00

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  10. Hogle Zoo • Utah's Hogle Zoo is a Utah treasure. Located at the mouth of Emigration Canyon since 1931, the Zoo is one of the top visited attractions in the state of Utah and the number one paid tourist attraction in Salt Lake City. Spread out over 42 acres, it’s natural hillside terrain and meandering tree-covered pathways enhance the visitor experience as you discover the wonders of the natural world.

  11. Fees REGULAR: • Adults $9.75 • Seniors (65 and older): $7.75 • Children (3 to 12): $7.75 • Children 2 and younger: Free  

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  13. Sugar House Park • Sugar House Park, considered a “crown jewel” among regional parks in the Salt Lake Valley, comprises 110.5 acres of lush, rolling green space, located on the site of the old State Prison in the Sugar House area of Salt Lake City. It is bordered by 1300 East on the west, by 2100 South on the north, by 1700 East on the east, and by I-80 on the south. There are two entrances for vehicular traffic off of 2100 South, at 1400 East and 1500 East.

  14. Things to Do • Though known for its verdant vistas, which are enhanced by a large pond in the western part of the park, Sugar House Park also offers many options for those interested in more than just a lovely walk. Among the park’s features for public use are: seven pavilions for group gatherings (see Reservations for more information); regulation soccer and baseball fields; a large, cement basketball court donated by the Utah Jazz; two children’s play areas, with plastic play sets; a small amphitheater with seating for 220 people; seven volleyball courts (one at each pavillion), and a sleigh-riding hill. • In addition, the park road, which winds around the park for a mile and three-eighths, has a 16-foot-wide inside lane which has proven popular among walkers, runners, bicyclists, and cross-country ski trainers.

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  16. Crystal Hot Springs • Nestled at the food of the Wasatch Mountains, Crystal Hot Springs is a natural wonder. It is one of only two locations in the world that has both a hot and cold spring less than 50 feet apart. We also recently discovered that our pools have the highest mineral content of any hot springs in the United States. Crystal Hot Springs has been a favorite spot for campers and swimmers since 1901.

  17. Fees • Adult $6.00 • Senior Citizens $4.50 • Children (ages 3-12) $4.50 • Children under 3 FREE

  18. Things to Do • SWIM! SWIM! SWIM! And Swim some more!  • Camping

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  20. Millcreek Canyon • Mill Creek Canyon is one of Salt Lake City’s most popular recreation areas. The recreation opportunities abound. Picnicking, hiking, biking, or just plain old lounging in the outdoors are all available here. The canyon begins off of Wasatch Boulevard on 3800 South. The road winds from approximately 4900 feet to about 7400 feet. The scent of pines and colors of flowers both increase the higher you go. In the spring and all throughout the summer one can see any number of colors in the flowers habitating the upper meadows.

  21. Fees • Vehicles are charged $3.00 on the way out of the canyon, or $22.00 for a years pass.

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  23. Uintah Mountains • The Uintas includes a high, pristine mountain area in northeastern Utah that is popular for fishing, hiking, backpacking, horse packing, hunting and other outdoor activities. Much of the area is designated as a roadless wilderness where vehicles are prohibited. A few roads, and a handful of rugged 4X4 tracks, provide access to areas outside the wilderness, and to trailheads.

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  25. Bear Lake • Beautiful lake ideal for boating, water skiing, swimming, sailing, fishingVery nice developed campgrounds adjacent to the lake Location: • On the Utah/Idaho border, north of the town of LoganApproximately 145 miles northeast of Salt Lake City.The State Park Marina is located on Highway 89, north of Garden City

  26. Fees Entrance Fees:$8 per day per vehicle$4 per day for Utah seniors 62+$75 annual day-use pass $35 Senior Adventure (annual) pass

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  28. Timpanogous Cave • Timpanogos Cave is the park's main resource.  The cave system is uniquely known for its high abundance of helictites, its coloration in its formations, its display of fault-controlled passages, its alpine surroundings, and its unique history.   • The 1-1/2 mile long paved trail with a 1,092 feet elevation gain to the cave is also a popular attraction. The trail provides spectacular views of the geology of the American Fork Canyon and the expanding cities of the Utah Valley. • Although the park is only 250 acres, it has a respectable diversity in wildlife.  The park has sightings recorded for 55 mammal species, 2 fish species, 51 bird species, and 4 reptile species. 

  29. Fees American Fork Canyon Fee$6.00 - 3 Days$12.00 - 7 Days$45.00 - Annual

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