What to do in Great Basin

Activities, attractions and tours
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Great Basin Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Great Basin is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Great Basin to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Great Basin Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Heavenly Ski Resort

Heavenly Mountain Resort lives up to its name; it is the place to be in Lake Tahoe in winter. This is the biggest ski resort in the area, with the highest peak, the longest vertical drop, some of the best terrain parks, and the best views. Thanks to its rocky trails and lakeside location, it offers plenty of activities in summer too. Daredevils, partygoers and nature lovers flock here year-round.
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Heavenly Ski Resort which includes snow, landscape views and forests

2. Park City Mountain Resort

Located just 35 miles outside of Salt Lake City, this UT paragon became a household name when it hosted several events at the 2002 Winter Olympics. The weather and terrain are so ideal, in fact, that the United States Ski Team still uses the Park City Ski Resort as its official home, and professionals and hopefuls alike flock to the area every winter to revel in more than 3,000 acres of perfectly groomed snow.
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Park City Mountain Resort showing mountains, snow skiing and snow

3. Snowbird Ski Resort

If you’re in search of a resort near Snowbird, choose the Snowbird Ski Resort, and you won’t regret it. With the longest ski season in Utah, Snowbird Ski Resort invites skiers and snowboarders alike to hit the trails and carve up all 100 trails and 3,240 vertical feet of terrain on this massive snow mountain.
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Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

4. Peppermill

With so many amenities on site, there is very little reason to ever leave the Tuscan-themed Peppermill resort. Spend your days exercising in its state-of-the-art gym, swimming in one of its two pools and pampering yourself in the 33,000-square-foot (3,000-square-meter) spa. Then gamble, dine, drink and listen to live music in the evening.
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Peppermill which includes interior views and heritage elements

5. Northstar California Resort

Join the host of visitors who come from near and far to make Northstar Tahoe an annual ritual.
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Northstar California Resort which includes a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

Recommended things to do in Great Basin

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Basin

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Zion National Park

Hikers of every level, and non-hikers too, can access views of the deep canyon and incredible red sandstone cliffs of this land of natural wonder.

Zion National Park
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Yosemite National Park

The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

Yosemite National Park
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Grand Teton National Park

5/5(28 reviews)

Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

Grand Teton National Park
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Palisades Tahoe

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.

Palisades Tahoe
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University of Utah

5/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known college in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this romantic area.

University of Utah
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

4.5/5(23 reviews)

An experienced skier’s winter playground of gravity-defying chutes and ledges also caters for absolute beginners and those looking for gentler snow-based fun.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
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Heavenly Ski Resort

4/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, climbing and partying at this massive resort with heavenly views of Lake Tahoe and the desert.

Heavenly Ski Resort
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Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, a popular green space in Carson City. Discover the area's mountain views and sunsets.

Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park
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Snowbird Ski Resort

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Fly like a snowbird down the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Salt Lake City, Utah. When the temperatures are low and the powder is fresh, there’s no better way to spend a chilly winter day than warming up on the inviting slopes at this resort.

Snowbird Ski Resort

Explore areas of Great Basin

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Downtown Salt Lake City

4/5(123 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Vivint Arena are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Salt Lake City
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Downtown Reno

3.5/5(79 area reviews)

Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.

Downtown Reno
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Deer Valley

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Deer Valley. A stop by Silver Lake Express Lift or Deer Valley Resort might round out your trip.

Deer Valley
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Downtown Park City

The ample dining options and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Park City. A stop by Main Street or Egyptian Theatre might round out your trip.

Downtown Park City
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North Park City

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

North Park City is a destination visitors seek out for is picture-perfect mountain views, abundant dining options, and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Park City Golf Club or Prospector Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.

North Park City
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Canyons Village at Park City

Canyons Village at Park City is a destination visitors seek out for is picture-perfect mountain views, abundant dining options, and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Park City Mountain Resort or Red Pine Gondola while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Canyons Village at Park City