The Ultimate Summer Guide to Park City, Utah
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been to Park City. It’s one of those places I keep coming back to — and not just in winter. Summer in Park City might actually be the secret season: wildflower-lined trails, alpine air, long golden evenings on a patio, and a fraction of the crowds you’ll find come ski season. After years of visits, I’ve built up a list of the places I actually love and the things I genuinely send people to do. Here’s my insider guide to a summer trip done right.
(Want this as a printable cheat sheet for your trip? Reach out and I’ll send it over.)
Where to Stay
There’s no shortage of beautiful places to stay in Park City, but for my clients I have one anchor recommendation: the Waldorf Astoria Park City.
It’s everything you want a mountain stay to be — refined without being stuffy, ski-in/ski-out in winter and a serene basecamp in summer, with a spa I could happily never leave. The service is the kind of quiet, anticipatory luxury the Waldorf name promises.
Here’s the part most travelers don’t know: when you book a property like the Waldorf Astoria — or the Montage Deer Valley, or the St. Regis Deer Valley — through me as your advisor, you get more than just a room. I can layer in amenities you simply can’t get booking it yourself online: complimentary breakfast, a resort or hotel credit to spend on property, room upgrades when available, and early check-in or late checkout. Same room, same rate — more perks, and someone in your corner the whole trip.
That’s the real reason to reach out before you book. Message me and let’s get your stay set up the right way.
Where to Eat
Yuki Yama
Park City’s dining scene punches well above
its size. These are the spots I come back to:
Handle — My favorite restaurant in Park City, full stop. Inventive, seasonal, and worth a reservation.
Yuki Yama — If you love sushi, this is a must. I eat here every single time I’m in town. Reservations required.
Yuki Yama
Royal Street Café — Head here if you’re spending time in Deer Valley. Order the Shepherd’s Pie and the Crab Tower.
Freshie’s — A casual spot for award-winning lobster rolls.
Blind Dog — Casual with a lovely patio, a great happy hour, and something for everyone.
710 Bodega — I love their food. (Just skip the churros — trust me.)
Wahso — Beautiful Asian-inspired dining. BYOB, and I was thoroughly impressed.
Nelson’s Cottage — The prix-fixe is a genuinely good value at $55/person, served family style. Bring another couple and make a night of it.
Fletcher’s — Approachable American food, BYOB.
Bridge Café — Lovely mountain views; a great pick for a casual bite or afternoon snack.
No Name Saloon — A Park City institution. Go for the burgers.
Stein Eriksen Lodge — Worth a visit for the setting alone — arguably the best views in town.
Where to Drink
Old Town Cellars
A few of my favorite spots to settle in with something good:
Old Town Cellars — One of my favorite spots in town. Really good wine — the grapes are grown in Napa and shipped to Utah, where the wine is made.
High West Distillery — Park City’s own, known for excellent whiskey and bourbon.
St. Regis Deer Valley patio — Beautiful views, and it’s genuinely fun to ride the funicular up to the hotel.
Alpine Distillery — A speakeasy-style spot with great cocktails. Make reservations.
Wasatch Brewery — A local staple with good food to go with the beer.
A Note on Utah’s Liquor Laws
This one always catches first-time visitors off guard, so let me save you the surprise. Utah’s alcohol laws are unique:
You can’t buy wine or liquor at the grocery store — only beer. Wine and spirits come from state-run liquor stores, which are closed on Sundays.
At restaurants, if you want a drink you’ll generally need to order food alongside it. (This is why some spots have a separate upstairs bar and downstairs restaurant — different rules, different menus.)
State liquor store prices run high, so if you’re a wine drinker, consider bringing your own. Several of my favorite restaurants are BYOB, which makes it easy.
It’s not complicated once you know — it just helps to plan ahead.
What to Do
Summer is when Park City really opens up. Here’s what I’d put on your list:
Hike — The trails here are stunning in summer. Download the AllTrails app for routes at every level.
Utah Olympic Park — Free to visit, and you can watch the ski jumpers train into the splash pool. In summer you can ride the bobsled and try the activities yourself. I surprised my husband with it for his birthday and we both loved it — highly recommend.
Alpine Slides & Coasters — Pure fun, and great for all ages.
ATV / Four-Wheeling — One of my favorite ways to take in the scenery. The views are unreal.
Fly Fishing on the Provo River — Known for some of the best fly fishing in the country.
Rent Bikes — A great way to explore the trails and town at your own pace.
Sunday on Main Street — On Sundays, Main Street closes to cars and the restaurants and shops spill out onto the street. A lovely way to spend a slow morning.
Many of these — Olympic Park experiences, ATV tours, fly fishing trips, and bike rentals — can be booked online in advance. I’d recommend reserving the popular ones before you go:
Book Park City activities on Viator
Browse more tours on GetYourGuide
A Quick Local Tip
Before I head up, I always place a grocery order with Smith’s (it’s a Kroger store, so I use the Kroger app) and schedule pickup on my way into town. It’s a small thing that saves a ton of time — you arrive with the fridge stocked and nothing to run out for.
Let’s Plan Your Park City Trip
Park City is one of those rare places that’s just as magical in summer as it is in winter — if you know where to go. That’s where I come in.
If you’re dreaming up a mountain getaway, I’d love to design it for you — from securing the right suite at the Waldorf Astoria with exclusive amenities, to mapping out the dinners, hikes, and adventures that make a trip unforgettable.
Reach out and let’s start planning.
Bailey M. Fee | Luxury Travel Advisor — LFG Adventures
bailey@lfgadventurestravel.com · 713-203-9261
Luxury Travel, Thoughtfully Designed
Your July Park City Photo Shot-List
Shoot these on your July 2–7 trip so the post has on-brand, firsthand images. Aim for bright, airy, photo-first editorial — your usual aesthetic. Vertical shots crop best for Squarespace and double as Pinterest/IG content.
Hero (top of post): You with a mountain backdrop — wildflowers, a trail, or the resort village behind you. This is the image that sells the whole post, so make it your strongest. Golden hour, you looking out or walking away (not posed-stiff).
Where to Stay: You at the Waldorf — lobby, spa entrance, balcony, or pool. Even a detail shot (coffee on the balcony with the view) works. This anchors the money section, so make it feel aspirational and high-end.
Eat & Drink: One patio or table shot — you with a glass of wine at Old Town Cellars, the St. Regis patio with the view, or a beautifully plated dish at Handle. Captures the dining-scene feel.
What to Do: An active shot — you on a trail, at Olympic Park, on an ATV, or biking. Movement and scenery. This proves you actually do the things you recommend.
Optional closer: A relaxed candid of you that feels like “your advisor” — approachable, warm, the person they’d want planning their trip. Good above the final CTA.
Quick tips: shoot vertical, keep yourself in the lower or side third so there’s room for breathing space, favor natural light, and grab a few extras — you’ll want spares for the matching Instagram and Pinterest posts. If Jason’s shooting, have him take more than you think you need; you can never have too many options.