Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Salt Lake City
13 outdoor adventures for families in Salt Lake City. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
Highest rated: Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo, Lodestone Park, Sugar House Park. 12 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
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
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
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
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
Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
FreeLodestone Park
Ages: All ages
FreeSugar House Park
Ages: All ages
FreeWild West Jordan Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
FreeMurray City Park Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
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
FreeFitts Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-12
FreeJordan Park
Ages: All ages welcome; skatepark best for ages 8+
FreeBig Cottonwood Regional Park - Big Cottonwood Area
Ages: All ages
FreeFairmont Park
Ages: All ages
FreeBallpark Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-8
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Salt Lake City?
- 13 outdoor family activities in Salt Lake City. Highest rated: Lighthouse Point Splash Zone at Hogle Zoo, Lodestone Park, Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground, Murray City Park Playground. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Salt Lake City?
- 12 outdoor activities in Salt Lake City are free, including Lodestone Park, Sugar House Park, Wild West Jordan Playground.
- How many outdoor activities in Salt Lake City are stroller-friendly?
- 13 of the 13 outdoor activities in Salt Lake City are fully stroller-friendly.
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