Heber City Travel Information
Heber City is a midsize town of 7,000 situated in a farming valley
between the Wasatch and Uinta mountain ranges. In summer it serves as
a convenient stop for travelers exploring the Wasatch Mountains. In
winter it serves as a relatively inexpensive source of lodging for
skiers from the town of Park City and from Sundance Ski Resort.
Many year-round activities in and around Heber City provide a
recreational playground for everyone. Popular activities include
snowmobiling, skiing (both downhill and cross-country), horseback
riding, mountain biking, camping, golfing, boating, hot air
ballooning, water sports, and even scuba diving. The Provo River cuts
through the heart of the valley and boasts some of best Utah fishing
out there attracting fly fishermen from around the country.
There are many unique attractions in the area including the
historic Heber Valley Railroad, the Homestead Crater's 90° mineral
water, Soldier Hollow's day lodge and trails that provided a home for
the 2002 Olympic Winter Games biathlon and cross-country skiing
events. There are also three reservoirs, four ski resorts and three
national forests and state parks within an hour's drive.
Heber is located on Hwy 40, about 18 miles south of Park City and
16 miles southwest of Kamas on the edge of the Uintas. Heber City has
numerous motels, several restaurants/ cafes, and lots of fast food.
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