Free Things to Do with Kids in Salt Lake City
12 free kid-friendly activities in Salt Lake City. No admission fees — parks, playgrounds, trails, and more. Age ratings and parent tips for every listing.
Highest rated: Murray City Park Playground, Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground. 12 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
Murray City Park Playground
4.7 starsMurray City Park's playground is genuinely well-equipped for multiple age groups, with distinct areas for little kids and older children. The seasonal
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,
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
Lodestone Park
4.7 starsLodestone Park in Kearns is one of the biggest regional parks in the Salt Lake Valley, and kids love it for the sheer scale of it — expansive sports f
Richard K. A. Kletting Park
4.6 starsKletting Park sits in one of Salt Lake City's most charming neighborhoods — the Lower Avenues — giving it a relaxed, intimate atmosphere that families
FreeMurray City Park Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeSugar House Park
Ages: All ages
FreeWild West Jordan Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
FreeLodestone Park
Ages: All ages
FreeRichard K. A. Kletting Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
FreeEvergreen Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
FreeCook Family Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-14
FreeJordan Park
Ages: All ages welcome; skatepark best for ages 8+
FreeBig Cottonwood Regional Park - Big Cottonwood Area
Ages: All ages
Fitts Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-12
FreeFairmont Park
Ages: All ages
FreeBallpark Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-8
Common Questions
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Salt Lake City?
- Salt Lake City has 12 free family-friendly activities. Top-rated picks include Murray City Park Playground, Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground, Lodestone Park, Richard K. A. Kletting Park. All are free admission — no tickets needed.
- Are there free outdoor activities for kids in Salt Lake City?
- Yes — 12 of the 12 free activities in Salt Lake City are outdoors, including parks, playgrounds, and trails.
- What free activities in Salt Lake City are good for toddlers?
- 12 free activities in Salt Lake City are rated for toddlers (ages 1-3). Parent favorites: Murray City Park Playground, Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground.
- How many free activities in Salt Lake City are stroller-friendly?
- 12 of the 12 free activities in Salt Lake City are fully stroller-friendly.
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