5 Best Adventure Things to Do in Utah in Winter 2026

Winter Activities in Utah

When winter rolls around, Utah transforms itself into a smooth powdery landscape that has the power to heighten anyone’s spirit. Infact, winter is one of the best times to visit Utah. Whereas some places curl up and hibernate in colder months, Utah blooms into a winter paradise. The season brings with it the magic of snow-covered peaks, great hiking trails and the best skiing you'll find in the whole of America. The snow fun starts off with trails for snowshoeing and hiking, dog-sledging on snow-clad mountains and it goes on till you get to the core of the Milky Way with its best stargazing experience.

Need some inspiration? Plan your trip with our list of the top winter activities to do in Utah.

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Ski & Snowboard Uphill

Utah, the state with The Greatest Snow on Earth®, has more than 15 ski resorts that offer everything the heart desires when it comes to winter sports. What makes skiing at Utah different from other places is the easy accessibility as most of these ski resorts are within an hour of the Salt Lake City International Airport.

Utah snow is the best for deep-powder skiing and riding. It is said that the snow in Utah is so light and fluffy that sidewalk can be cleared with a leaf blower. Come and explore wide ski trails, steep gullies and huge halfpipes at the snow-capped peaks of Utah. Every year, these white-mountains captivate skiers, snowboarders, tobogganers and other winter sports enthusiasts from across the globe.

After a tiring powder day, one can ski right up to the High West Distillery & Saloon, the world's only ski-in distillery for a quick session of local whiskey and vodka tasting paired with the saloon's Western-inspired menu. The saloon also offers educational tours of their distilling operation and teaches visitors how they make whiskey and vodka.

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Dog Sledding Experience in Park City

Looking for a fun experience with a four legged furry. Enjoy a cool day tour with one of the best dog sledding activities in the Park City.

You will find a bunch of lively and energetic Huskies and Malamutes to take you off on a guided sled tour mushered by professional racers that come from different backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. Spend a day with these friendly dogs along with a plethora of all-season activities, such as fly fishing, fat biking, rafting, horseback riding and much more. They all come with the same promise - unlimited fun in the snow with human’s best and most loyal friend.

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Bobsledding at Utah's Olympic Park

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Utah hosted Salt Lake City’s 2002 Winter Olympics and you can find the spirit of the Olympics alive in Utah’s Olympic Park. Located near Park City, Utah’s Olympic Park offers you a chance to be an athlete for a day and hop on to feel the thrill of one of the most iconic attractions, bobsledding on the Olympic track. Here, you are not a spectator but get a chance to live the Olympian way. Get on to the bobsled where a pro pilot will take you down the track at a speed of over 60 mph and experience the force of gravity as you hold on to dear life.

To calm yourself, head over to the Eccles 2002 Winter Olympics Museum and Alf Engen Ski Museum to see the history of the Olympics and winter games. If you are lucky, you also get to witness an actual skier and snowboarder Olympian practicing their acrobatic jumps in the training pool.

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Utah Snowmobile Adventure

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Don your ski suits and snowmobile through the terranes of Utah that ranges from steep hill climbing to trail riding or just playing in a powdery meadow. The state comprises of 9 unique trail complexes with interlinking trail systems for cruising, and access to plenty of snowdrifts and open meadows for some snow thrashing. Some places even provide dedicated snowmobiling trails like the red rock canyons of Southern Utah.

Utah’s mountains offer breath-taking views of high mountains and a variety of terrain for winter fun! From beginners to expert level, these snowmobile trails will transport you to white wonderland or maybe red merged with white world.

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Hike Your Way to Utah Snow Peaks

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Utah is a home to some of the world’s best hiking trails that are worthy of being on the bucket-list of winter destinations. As you lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore those trails, be ready to witness outstanding views, beautiful yet raw national parks, big waterfalls and canyons, with huge drop-offs and narrow ledges and much more. There are trails for everyone, including the brave hearts that are ready to hit those stunning terrains dominated by mountains, deserts, forests, and incredible canyons.

Utah has many hiking sites to offer to the adventure seekers like The Narrows, Zion National Park; Rim Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park; Corona Arch Trail, Moab; Pine Hollow Trail, American Fork; Silver Lake Loop, Salt Lake City; Fairyland Loop, Bryce Canyon National Park and many more. All these are groomed winter hiking trails and smooth snowshoe trails.

Get ready to enter the world of adventure as you are accessing the terrains and peaks of Utah Snow Peaks.

Utah has a plethora of winter experiences and adventure to suit every kind of traveller, so get packed and plan your winter trip to Utah soon!

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