Park City's Olympic Legacy: Visiting Utah Olympic Park with Kids | Park City Moms

Where Olympic Dreams Come Alive

Utah Olympic Park, built for the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics, is one of Park City's most exciting family attractions. It's where Team USA athletes still train today - and where your kids can get a taste of Olympic glory.

Summer Activities

Extreme Zip Line - Soar over the Olympic ski jumps on one of the steepest zip lines in the country. Kids must be at least 45 inches tall.

Summer Bobsled - Ride a wheeled bobsled down the actual Olympic track at speeds up to 60 mph. It's thrilling but perfectly safe - kids 16 and under ride with a pilot.

Rope Course and Drop Tower - An aerial adventure course with varying difficulty levels. Great for building confidence in adventurous kids. Bring sport sunglasses for the outdoor activities.

The Alf Engen Ski Museum

Inside the park, this museum covers the history of skiing in Utah and the 2002 Olympics. Interactive exhibits let kids try virtual ski jumping and learn about winter sports science. It's free with park admission and a perfect rainy-day activity.

Winter at the Park

In winter, watch freestyle skiing and ski jumping athletes train on the real competition hills. The Nordic trails are groomed for cross-country skiing - a wonderful family activity that's gentler on the body than downhill. Pack hand warmers for spectating on cold training days.

Practical Info

The park is about 5 minutes from Main Street. Summer season runs June through September. Buy tickets online in advance for the best prices. Budget about half a day to do everything. Make sure everyone has a good water bottle - staying hydrated is especially important at altitude. Always pack a compact first aid kit - with kids, you never know when you will need it. Comfortable hiking shoes are non-negotiable for the trails. A good pair of kids headphones will keep everyone happy during travel days.

Winter Essentials to Pack

Here are our tried-and-tested picks for this trip: