Winter in Utah is at its best when the ground is covered in a blanket of fresh, powdery snow, and what better way to celebrate a snow day than the time-honored tradition of sledding! If you’re looking for the best sledding spots to take the family, we’ve rounded up some of our favorites to share with you. So get outside and enjoy some frosty fun!
1. Rock Canyon Park
Location: 2620 N 1200 E, Provo
This is a favorite sledding spot for the locals in Provo! Large sledding hills provide the perfect backdrop for a day spent playing in the snow!
2. Peteetneet Academy
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Location: 10 N 600 E, Payson
In the field next to Peteetneet Academy are easily accessible hills, perfect for a day of tobogganing! For those tired of walking up snow-covered slopes, check out the nearby playground for more fun.
3. Cherry Hill Elementary
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Location: 240 E 1800 S St, Orem
For a day filled with seasonal memories, head to Cherry Hill Park in Orem! Cherry Hill Park is an oasis in the middle of the city, offering a great spot for winter coasting!
4. Oak Canyon Junior High
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Location: 111 S 725 E, Lindon
Appreciate the beautiful mountain view when you head over to Oak Canyon Park! With plenty of hills, you’ll reach maximum velocity on your plastic taxi.
5. Tibble Fork Reservoir
Location: N American Fork Canyon Rd, Provo (best accessed from SR 92)
If you’re looking for a beautiful forest drive along with your winter adventure, head over to Tibble Fork! Tibble Fork Reservoir, located in American Fork Canyon, has a variety of sledding options!
6. Spanish Oaks Elementary
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Location: 2701 E Canyon Crest Drive, Spanish Fork
If you’re looking for a great place to test out your inner tube in south county, check out Spanish Oaks Elementary. Their soccer field offers prime real estate for dashing through the snow!
7. Silver Lake Amphitheater
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Location: Corner of Pony Express Pkwy and Silver Lake Pkwy, Eagle Mountain
Silver Lake Amphitheater offers a big bowl of sledding areas, many of which provide a lengthy sledding course--perfect for racing each other!
8. Bicentennial Park
Location: 1400 S 1600 E, Provo
This beautiful park has walking paths and one massive hill to sled down, perfect for picking up speed and getting some air! When you’re done sledding, appreciate the beautiful scenery, such as the small pond and snow-covered evergreens.
Don’t forget to bundle up, as proper winter clothing will make your sledding experience much more enjoyable. When you’ve decided to wrap-up your outdoor activities, treat yourself and your family to a cup of hot cocoa from one of our local drink shops!
For more ideas of things to do in the snowy season, see our list of winter activities.
