FALL OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Living in Salt Lake City has more to it than the best snow on earth and pretty views. Our city is unique in the sense that our eclectic backyard includes mountains, red rocks, and a ton of open land–all of which can be explored across the span of four differing seasons. While we’re a tech-focused college, we still encourage our students to step away from their computers once in a while and get outdoors. Luckily, it only takes mere minutes before you’re immersed in nature from any of our housing complexes, including campus. So, when you’re ready to try something new, here are Neumont’s recommended recreational activities for this current fall season.

Explore Memory Grove Park.

This quickly accessible park is just a five-minute walk from campus and great for jogging, walking, or even light hiking. The park opens up at the mouth of a small canyon and makes you feel like you’ve escaped a bustling city even though you’re only a few blocks away from downtown.

Hike Ensign Peak.

If you want a birds-eye view of the Salt Lake Valley, then head up to Ensign Peak. The trailhead is 2 miles away from campus, so you’ll definitely want to put on some comfortable shoes if you’re unable to drive or bike. Don’t forget your camera–after hiking up the twenty-minute trail, you’ll want a photo of the view.

Camp in Uinta Mountains.

When you want to actually get out of the city, we recommend heading up into the Uinta Mountains for an overnight camping trip. These mountainscapes are the quintessential view of pine-tree covered peaks that are ideal for your next adventure If you’re into backpacking or looking for a developed campsite, there are dozens of lakes around the area. You’ll feel refreshed after this getaway.

Mountain bike THE Wasatch Crest Trail.

This stunning trail is accessible by a 20-minute drive up Parleys Canyon in Park City and is a slim one-way trail along the top of a mountain range. You’ll bike through a picturesque mountain setting snaking around meadows, glades, and you’ll see all of the changing leaves during autumn. There are even some walkable sections if you need to take a breather during your ride.

Hike the Narrows in Southern Utah.

Don’t be fooled–this isn’t your average hike. Because it’s in a slot canyon, you make your way through in the Virgin River. This exciting adventure is in Zion National Park and is definitely an outing you need the right gear for–water shoes, waterproof clothing, and you should know how to swim as you make your way waist-deep against the river’s current. This is a must-see destination you can’t find anywhere else.

Heading off to college is about getting out of your comfort zone and trying new things. What better way to do that than to get away from your screen and explore? While these are only a few options, Utah has dozens of recreational getaways so chat with your new roommates and see which adventure you’ll conquer first. Additionally, Neumont’s Student Affairs team plans group outdoor outings throughout the year for students like hikes, camping trips, and city walks.

FALL OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES