Activities for Big Kids in Salt Lake City
14 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Salt Lake City. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo, Sugar House Park, Wheeler Historic Farm. 11 listings are free. 2 listings work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
How to use this big kids list
Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 14 indexable picks for this page in Salt Lake City, UT, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.
Quick fit
5 for infants, 14 for toddlers, 14 for little kids, 14 for big kids.
Weather and access
2 indoor or mixed-weather picks. 13 outdoor or partly outdoor picks. 13 stroller-friendly stops. 2 rainy-day backups.
Cost scan
11 free picks. 2 paid picks. Open the cards for family-of-4 cost notes and savings tips when we have them.
Top Picks
Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo
4.9 starsThe Lighthouse Point Splash Zone is a huge hit with younger zoo visitors — kids can run through water jets, splash in shallow pools, and cool off on h
Sugar House Park
4.7 starsSugar House Park's large pond is a magnet for kids who love watching ducks and geese up close. The wide open grass areas are perfect for kite-flying,
Wheeler Historic Farm
4.7 starsWheeler Historic Farm is one of those places where kids can actually touch and interact with real farm animals — cows, chickens, pigs, rabbits, and mo
Wild West Jordan Playground
4.7 starsThe Wild West theme of this playground instantly captures kids' imaginations — they're not just playing on equipment, they're riding horses, defending
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
4.7 starsUrban Air's open trampoline floors, foam pit, and climbing walls give kids an outlet for every bit of pent-up energy. The dedicated toddler area means
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeFitts Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-12
Zoos & AquariumsLighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeSugar House Park
Ages: All ages
Farms & NaturePartially FreeWheeler Historic Farm
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeFairmont Park
Ages: All ages
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeWild West Jordan Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
EntertainmentUrban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Ages: Best for ages 3-15
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeJordan Park
Ages: All ages welcome; skatepark best for ages 8+
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeEvergreen Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeMurray City Park Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeBig Cottonwood Regional Park - Big Cottonwood Area
Ages: All ages
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeRichard K. A. Kletting Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeCook Family Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-14
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeLodestone Park
Ages: All ages
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Salt Lake City?
- Salt Lake City has 14 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo, Sugar House Park, Wheeler Historic Farm, Wild West Jordan Playground, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park.
- Are there free big kids activities in Salt Lake City?
- Yes. 11 of the 14 big kids-friendly activities in Salt Lake City are completely free, including Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground, Murray City Park Playground.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Salt Lake City?
- 2 indoor or rainy-day activities in Salt Lake City are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Wheeler Historic Farm, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park.
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