Kamas Utah
Kamas, Utah is a small community found in Summit County, Utah relying on cattle ranching and tourism for its economy. Kamas is located about eighteen miles east of Park City and about forty-six miles southeast of Salt Lake City in a valley surrounded by the Uinta Mountains to the east, the Wasatch Mountains to the west, the Provo River on the south, and the Weber River to the north. Beaver Creek, a tributary of the Weber, traverses the center of the valley. To many, Kamas is known as "The Gateway to the Uintas".
Access to the surrounding mountains is easy from Kamas, Utah. Due to the proximity of the forested lands, logging was an early industry. That industry has now been replaced by tourism. In addition to tourism, the surrounding fertile land is excellent for raising cattle.
The headquarters of the Wasatch National Forest is located in Kamas. The town has become a supply station of sorts for the many visitors who come to the area to enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby Uinta Mountains and the region known as Granddaddy Lake. Visitors to the surrounding mountains travel to Kamas for supplies and information. Another popular attraction, which occurs annually, is July 24 Rodeo. Come to Kamas, Utah and join the locals in their enjoyment of fishing, hiking, camping, mountain climbing and various other outdoor recreational activities.
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Kamas History
South Summit County provides a complete history on the town of Kamas, Utah.
South Summit Aquatic and Fitness Center
The South Summit Aquatic and Fitness Center is the Recreation district for Kamas, Utah.
South Summit School District
The South Summit School District serves the community of Kamas, Utah.
