Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I use this website?

These sites are designed for your virtual vacation-planning guide. You’ll have no need for paper when all the information you need is right at your fingertips. Find endless possibilities for your ideal vacation. All just a click away! We are providing some tips here on how to navigate our sites so you can easily get started. You’ll be able to explore further from there.

1. Begin first with a timeline and make your list of must-see sights and attractions. They will be found in the EXPLORE section. And remember, if you arrive and depart from the same location you might wish to divide up those attractions between the beginning and end of your trip.

2. Explore the travel information based on what season you will be arriving. If visiting in the summer or fall, you can check out the guides and tours as well as many other recreational activities in the SUMMER section. For winter activities, you’ll find these in the WINTER section.

3. You can get oriented to the area by exploring the lodging options. There are many in the surrounding towns and cities near your destination. Simply check out the LODGING section. You can click on the name of one of the properties that interests you to be directed to their website and get pricing, availability, amenities and much, much more.

4. When you need any kind of assistance, you can consult the VACATIONS tab. In this section you’ll find sample vacations and itineraries.

We recommend that you take your time and search through our website so you can get the full advantage of it as a resource and direct connection to many other resources, like lodging properties and activity guides for the area. You can also click on the LIVE CHAT link at any time so you can speak with a travel consultant. Get real live help and suggestions for planning your getaway. The phone number of the Chamber of Commerce is included if you would like to obtain some brochures and pamphlets to browse through.

Contact Numbers:

What are some useful telephone numbers in Park City?
Chamber of Commerce: 800-453-1360
Wasatch-Cache National Forest: 801-625-5306 (recreation questions)
Road Information: if in Utah dial 5-1-1, if outside Utah call 866-511-8824
Park City Mountain Resort Snow Report: 435-647-5449
Park City Mountain Resort: 800-222-7275
Deer Valley Snow Report: 435-649-2000
Deer Valley Resort: 800-424-3337
The Canyons Resort: 888-226-9667 or 435-649-5400

Travel Tips:

Where is Park City?
Park City is 36 miles east of Salt Lake City, near Interstate 80 and Utah Highway 224. It’s a mountain town tucked in among breathtakingly high peaks.

What are the closest major cities and distances?
Salt Lake City is located 33 miles northwest (about a 40 minute drive).
Provo is located almost 46 miles southwest (roughly one hour).
Sandy, Utah is about 38 miles southwest (a 46 minute drive).

Where are the closest airports and distances?
Two airports serve Park City, Utah. These are Salt Lake City Airport (38 miles) and Provo Municipal Airport (52.6 miles).

What is the average temperature?
Winter weather is cold, with average temperatures ranging from the 20s to the 30s for a daily high and 7 to 18 degrees Fahrenheit for a low. Summer temperatures can reach as high as 79 degrees with 37 at night as a low.

Facts & Tidbits:

What is the population of Park City?
As of July 2008, the population of Park City was 7,980.

What is the elevation in Park City?
Park City sits at an elevation of 6,980 feet.

What makes the town so special?
Besides being the location of the Sundance Film Festival (the largest independent film festival in the United States), Park City has three major ski resorts nearby, making it a popular skiing destination.

Fun Facts:
Two movies chose Park City for their filming locations: “I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer” and “Dumb and Dumber.”
Park City once had about 27 saloons lining its streets, and it has been said that nobody could drink one drink from each establishment in a single night and still be standing at the end. Wagers made on this were apparently never won.
Forbes Traveler Magazine voted Park City as one of the 20 prettiest towns in the U.S.

Activities & Attractions:

What are some mountain stats at Park City Mountain Resort?

  • Elevation: Summit - 10,000 feet; Base - 6,900 feet
  • Ski Terrain: 3,300 acres (seven peaks and nine bowls)
  • Slope Difficulty: 17% Easier, 50% More Difficult, 33% Most Difficult
  • Vertical Drop: 3,100 feet
  • Average Annual Snowfall: 360 inches
  • Ski Season opens late November and closes mid-April.

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