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The information in this guide was provided to the Utah Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau by various businesses and agencies. The Utah Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau has made every effort to provide accurate information but assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions or changes. This is a reference guide only.
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Gather in Utah ValleyUtah Valley consistently
ranks among the top places
to live in the U.S. thanks to
four beautiful and distinct
seasons, a rich and diverse
history, breathtaking scenery
and a variety of enjoyable
activities and events. Utah
Valley is not just a great
place to live — it’s also a
popular gathering place
for families, friends and
businesspeople alike.
North Utah ValleyBest WesternTimpanogos Inn195 S. 850 E.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 768-1400
Courtyard by Marriott 2801 W. Club House Dr. Lehi, UT 84043 (801) 768-1174
Days Inn280 N. 850 E.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 768-8322
Hampton Inn 3576 N. Maple Loop Dr.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 766-1186
Holiday Inn Express & Suites712 S. Utah Valley Dr.American Fork, UT 84003(801) 763-8500
Home2 Suites by Hilton 3051 W. Club House Dr. Lehi, UT 84043(801) 753-5430
Hyatt Place3700 N. Outlet Pkwy.Lehi, UT 84043385-345-8300
Motel 6210 S. 1200 E.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 768-2668
SpringHill Suites by Marriott2447 W. Executive Pkwy.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 341-6970
Super 8 Motel125 S. 850 E.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 766-8800
WoodSpring Suites57 N. 900 W.American Fork, UT 84003(801) 492-1600
Middle Valley – Orem AreaComfort Inn & Suites427 W. University Pkwy.Orem, UT 84058(801) 431-0405
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 901 N. 1200 W. Orem, UT 84057 (801) 225-9009
Hampton Inn & Suites851 W. 1250 S.Orem, UT 84058(801) 426-8500
Holiday Inn Express & Suites1290 W. University Pkwy.Orem, UT 84058(801) 655-1515
La Quinta Inn & Suites521 W. University Pkwy.Orem, UT 84058(801) 226-0440
La Quinta Inn1100 W. 780 N. Orem, UT 84057(801) 235-9555
TownePlace Suites by Marriott873 N. 1200 W.Orem, UT 84057(801) 225-4477
Middle Valley – Provo AreaBaymont Inn & Suites2230 N. University Pkwy.Provo, UT 84604(801) 373-7044
Courtyard by Marriott1600 N. Freedom Blvd.Provo, UT 84604(801) 373-2222
Days Inn1675 N. Freedom Blvd.Provo, UT 84604(801) 375-8600
Econo Lodge 1625 W. Center St.Provo, UT 84601(801) 373-0099
Fairfield Inn by Marriott1515 S. University Ave.Provo, UT 84601(801) 377-9500
Hampton Inn1511 S. 40 E.Provo, UT 84601(801) 377-6396
Hines Mansion Bed & Breakfast383 W. 100 S.Provo, UT 84601(801) 374-8400
Provo Marriott Hotel and Conference Center101 W. 100 N.Provo, UT 84601(801) 377-4700
Ramada 1460 S. University Ave.Provo, UT 84601(801) 374-9750
Residence Inn by Marriott252 W. 2230 N.Provo, UT 84604(801) 374-1000
Sleep Inn1505 S. 40 E.Provo, UT 84606(801) 377-6597
SpringHill Suites by Marriott1580 N. Freedom Blvd.Provo, UT 84604(801) 373-0073
Super 8 Motel1555 N. Canyon Rd.Provo, UT 84604(801) 374-6020
Utah Valley Mountain LodgingStewart Mountain LodgingVarious LocationsSundance, UT 84604(801) 229-1111
Sundance Mountain Resort8841 N. Alpine Loop Rd.Sundance, UT 84604(800) 225-4107
South Utah ValleyBest Western Mountain View Inn1455 N. 1750 W. Springville, UT 84663 (801) 489-3641
Days Inn520 S. 2000 W.Springville, UT 84663(801) 491-0300
Holiday Inn Express & Suites1502 N. 1750 W. Springville, UT 84663(801) 489-5000
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham535 S. 2000 W.Springville, UT 84663(801) 491-2828
Quality Inn830 N. Main St.Payson, UT 84651(801) 465-4861
Western Inn632 E. Kirby Ln.Spanish Fork, UT 84660(801) 798-9400
Hotels in Utah Valley
Thanksgiving PointDiscover the lost world of dinosaurs at the Thanksgiving Point
Museum of Ancient Life. Take a stroll through the beautiful
55-acre Ashton Gardens or
enjoy a hayride through
Farm Country. Choose from
more than 400 interactive
experiences at the Museum
of Natural Curiosity, visit
the annual Tulip Festival,
enjoy a summer concert
or attend any of the many
seasonal events.
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• Ranked #1 golf course in Utah• Gift shops• Mammoth Screen Theatre (3D)• Restaurants
Sundance Mountain Resort Robert Redford’s Sundance Mountain Resort, open all four seasons,
offers some of the finest terrain on earth for skiers, snowboarders,
mountain bikers, hikers and horseback riders alike, as well as
world-class guided fly fishing. Plus, the Spa at Sundance is a
nature-inspired eco-spa where natural surroundings provide a
complete wellness menu to restore peaceful inner balance. Guest
accommodations are a collection of mountain suites and homes
nestled against Mt. Timpanogos. Dining at Sundance is simply
pleasurable; Sundance chefs use only the freshest ingredients
available and local organic produce, if possible, when creating
your entrée.
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• Ski and snowboard lessons available • Full-service rental facility for winter and
summer sports • Sundance Zip Tour boasting over 2,100 feet
of vertical drop• Bluebird Cafe Series, Sundance Summer
Theatre, Sundance Resort Author Series • Art Studios • Meeting venues for groups, weddings, etc.
The Canyons and Provo RiverUtah Valley’s canyons, conveniently located just minutes off I-15,
offer freshwater lakes, sparkling streams and hundreds of miles
of trails. World-class rock climbing can be found in Spanish Fork,
Provo, Rock and American Fork Canyons. Experience a day of
rafting, kayaking or fly fishing on Provo River’s pristine waters, or
take a ride through the Wasatch Mountains on the historic Heber
Valley Railroad.
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• Mount Timpanogos can be summited
from the Timpooneke Trail.
• Provo River Parkway trail parallels the
Provo River beginning at Utah Lake and
ending at Vivian Park, with easy access
points along the way.
Timpanogos CaveExplore the amazing wonders of
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
on a guided tour. You’ll learn about
formations and features of the cave,
like the famous stalactite, “The Great
Heart of Timpanogos.” After your cave journey, enjoy the canyon
by driving the Alpine Loop, where you’ll find trails, Cascade
Springs and, if you’re lucky, a moose and other wildlife.
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• Timpanogos Cave Junior Ranger Program teaches children about the
natural and cultural history of the monument and canyon.
• Introduction to Caving Tour for teenagers and adults teaches the
sport of caving (bending and crawling required).
Sports and RecreationBring the entire family to the impressive LaVell Edwards
Stadium and cheer on the Cougars as you enjoy a Brigham
Young University football game. Take part in an all-American
tradition by taking the kids out to an Orem Owlz ball game, or
check out other sports at Utah Valley University.
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• Feel the thrill of soaring water slides at Seven Peaks,
Utah’s largest water park.
• The Peaks Ice Arena — a 2002 Winter Olympics venue — is a
premier venue for ice hockey, figure skating and indoor soccer.
• Utah Lake is Utah’s largest freshwater lake and a popular spot for
fishing, sailing, picnicking and camping.
Museums, Art and HeritageThe Crandall Historical Printing Museum in Provo is the
only place in the world where you can see a working re-
creation of Johannes Gutenberg’s print shop. And at Camp
Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park and Museum, you’ll learn
Utah’s connection to the Civil War and Pony Express. Visit
Springville Museum of Art, Utah’s oldest visual arts museum,
or visit one of Brigham Young University’s many museums.
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• Brigham Young University Museum of Art offers a permanent
collection of more than 17,000 pieces and hosts a diverse array of
traveling exhibitions each year.
• The Covey Center for the Arts, located in downtown Provo, offers
a comprehensive variety of artistic events, including concerts,
exhibits, plays and dance productions.
• The SCERA offers outdoor theater performances, art gallery
exhibits, feature films, a museum and more.
Scenic DrivesSome of the most spectacular and beautiful vistas you’ll ever
experience are easily accessed by taking any, or all, of Utah
Valley’s seasonal scenic drives, which include Hobble Creek,
Spanish Fork, American Fork, Payson and Provo Canyons. Each
drive offers a variety of unlimited recreational opportunities.
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• Alpine Loop Scenic Backway — 20-mile
thoroughfare through
lush vegetation and
thick groves of
aspen trees. Fee
required for use of
recreation facilities.
• Hobble Creek Canyon — Beginning in
Springville and looping
to Strawberry Reservoir
and back to Hwy 89.
Southeast of Spanish
Fork, this route offers
an excellent tour of
the Southern Wasatch Range. Along the way are campgrounds, a golf
course, picnic areas and a portion of the Great Western Trail. Parts of the
route are unpaved and should be traveled cautiously by a four-wheel-
drive vehicle.
• Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway — One of America’s National Scenic
Byways, this route winds 32 miles up 11,928-foot Mt. Nebo, Utah Valley’s
highest mountain. Incredible overlooks offer spectacular vistas of
communities below.
• Provo Canyon Scenic Byway — 28-mile byway from Provo to Heber
Valley offering views of stunning rock walls, Bridal Veil Falls and one of
the world’s premier fly-fishing rivers.
Activities and Destinations
With so many fun things to do, extend your stay by a few extra days. For a complete listing of events and activities, visit UtahValley.com or call (800) 222-UTAH (8824).
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Hospitals American Fork 170 N. 1100 E., American Fork (801) 855-3300
Mountain Point Medical Center 3000 N. Triumph Blvd., Lehi (385) 345-3000
Mountain View 1000 E. 100 N., Payson (801) 465-7000 Timpanogos Regional 750 W. 800 N., Orem (801) 714-6000 Orem Community 331 N. 400 W., Orem (801) 224-4080 Utah Valley Hospital 1034 N. 500 W., Provo (801) 357-7850
Utah Valley Visitor Center 220 W. Center St., Ste. 100, Provo (801) 851-2100
Airport Provo City Airport 3421 W. Mike Jense Pkwy., Provo Main O�ce: (801) 852-6715 Book a Flight: (702) 505-8858
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Attractions 1. Seven Peaks Waterpark (E3)
1330 E. 300 N., Provo. The state’s largest waterpark. (801) 377-4386
2. Peaks Ice Arena (E3)100 N. Seven Peaks Blvd., Provo. A 2002 Winter Olympic venue that provides ice hockey, ice skating and indoor soccer. (801) 852-7465
3. North Park/Provo Pioneer Village (D3)500 N. 500 W., Provo. Pioneer museum. Open summer months.
4. Payson Temple (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) (B4) 1494 S. 930 W., Payson. (801) 754-4949
5. Provo Temple (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) (E2)2200 N. Temple Hill Dr., Provo. (801) 375-5775
6. Provo City Center Temple (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) (E4)50 S. University Ave., Provo. (801) 343-2700
7. Mt. Timpanogos Temple (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) (B1) 742 N. 900 E., American Fork. (801) 763-4540
8. Missionary Training Center (E2)2005 N. 900 E., Provo. Accommodates 3,000 LDS missionaries for training before departure to missions around the world. (801) 422-2602
9. SCERA Center for the Arts (D2)745 S. State St., Orem. Offers Broadway musicals and concerts under the stars at the Shell. Also offers a movie theater and museum. (801) 225-2787
10. Vivian Park and Heber Valley Historic Railroad (C1)Hwy 189, Provo Canyon. For picnic and volleyball facilities call (801) 851-8640; For train rides/information call (435) 654-5601.
11. Robert Redford’s Sundance Resort (C1)8841 N. Alpine Loop Rd. Nine miles from the mouth of Provo Canyon on Hwy 92. Year-round resort includes skiing, hiking, restaurants, and summer programs. (801) 225-4107
12. Thanksgiving Point (A1)3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi. Just west of I-15 near exit #284. Dinosaur museum, gardens, golf, shops, farm animals and Museum of Natural Curiosity. (801) 768-2300
13. Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park and Museum (A2)18035 W. 1540 N., Fairfield. 25 miles southwest of Lehi on State Road 73. Old military post and historic overnight stop on Overland Stage and Pony Express route. (801) 768-8932
14. Provo City Library at Academy Square (E3)550 N. University Ave. Historic Brigham Young Academy. (801) 852-6650
15. Cabela’s (A1)2502 W. Cabela’s Blvd., Lehi. The world’s foremost outfitter of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear. East of I-15 near exit #284. (801) 766-2500
16. John Hutchings Museum of Natural History (A1)55 N. Center St., Lehi. (801) 768-7180 or (385) 201-1020
17. Timpanogos Harley-Davidson (B1)555 S. Geneva Rd., Lindon. Rent a motorcycle or enjoy a gourmet slider at Marley’s. (801) 434-4647
18. Legends Motorcycles (B3)1715 W. 500 S., Springville. Handcrafted vintage motorcycle parts and motorcycle gallery. (801) 489-0889
19. Springville Museum of Art (B3)126 E. 400 S., Springville. Utah’s first museum for the visual arts, housed in a Spanish Moroccan-style building with over 2,000 works of art. Closed Mondays and holidays. Free admission; donations appreciated. (801) 489-2727
20. Rowley’s South Ridge Farms (B4)300 W. 900 S., Santaquin. Come and visit the Big Red Barn and taste all the great treats, fresh fruit, pies and ice cream. (801) 754-5511
21. Covey Center for the Arts (D3)425 W. Center St., Provo. See a play, concert or dance performance at the beautiful Covey Center for the Arts. (801) 852-7007
22. Crandall Historical Printing Museum (E3)275 E. Center St., Provo. Museum features antique printing presses. (801) 377-7777
23. Provo Recreation Center & Pool (D3)320 W. 500 N., Provo. Open Mon.–Sat. year round, indoor pool, outdoor pool, weight room and handball. Fee required. (801) 852-6600
24. Orem Fitness Center (C1)580 W. 165 S., Orem. Olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor track, racquetball and basketball. (801) 229-7154
25. Utah Valley Convention Center (D3)220 W. Center St., Provo. This state-of-the-art facility is the perfect place to hold any meeting or event. (888) 414-8824
26. Peteetneet Museum (B3)10 N. 600 E., Payson. Cultural Arts Center. (801) 465-5265
27. Orem Owlz Baseball (D2)970 W. University Pkwy., Orem. Ballpark located on the Utah Valley University campus. Minor league baseball. (801) 377-2255
Natural Attractions28. Timpanogos Cave National Monument (B1)
2038 W. Alpine Loop Rd. Access from State Hwy 92. Explore the haunting beauty of natural limestone caverns. Open approximately mid-May to mid-October. Visitors Center hours 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. (801) 756-5238 or (801) 756-5239
29. Alpine Loop Scenic Backway (B1)Follows State Hwy 92 for 20 miles around the 11,750-foot Mt. Timpanogos. Accessible from Provo or American Fork Canyons. A fee is required for use of facilities. No fee for drive-through traffic. Closed for winter.
30. American Fork Canyon (B1)Hwy 92. Camping, hiking and sightseeing.
31. Bridal Veil Falls (C1)Breathtaking 607-foot double-cataract waterfall just minutes up Provo Canyon on Hwy 189.
32. Cascade Springs (B1)On Cascade Scenic Dr., off Hwy 92. Pristine freshwater spring.
33. Hobble Creek Canyon (C3)Canyon Rd., Springville. Golf course and campgrounds.
34. Utah Lake State Park (C3)West end of Center St. in Provo. Boating, water skiing, fishing and day camping. Entry fee required. (801) 375-0731
35. Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway (B4)Travels 32 miles through the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest between Payson and Nephi. Also accessible from Santaquin. Closed for winter.
36. Rock Canyon (E2)2620 N. 1200 E., Provo. World-class rock climbing and hiking.
37. Provo Canyon/Provo River (E1)Provo Canyon Rd. Camping, hiking, river rafting, ziplining, fishing and sightseeing.
38. South Fork Park (C1)South Fork Rd., off E. Provo Canyon Rd. Scenic mountain park.
39. Spanish Fork Canyon (C4)Hwy 6/Hwy 89. Camping, hiking and sightseeing.
40. Stewart Falls (C1) Alpine Loop Rd.
41. Tibble Fork Reservoir (B1)American Fork Canyon Rd.
42. Deer Creek Reservoir (C1) Hwy 189.
43. Mt. Timpanogos Park (B1)Hwy 189. Nestled in the beauty of Provo Canyon, a perfect place for picnicking and accessing hiking trails.
44. Fort Utah Park (D3)2050 W. (Geneva Rd.) 200 N., Provo. Where Provo began in 1849.
45. Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest (C2)Much of Utah County’s eastern area is prime recreation territory in thousands of acres of Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
Universities46. Brigham Young University (E3)
Go east on 1230 N. from University Ave. Home of the BYU Cougars. For general information, call (801) 422-INFO; For tours call (801) 422-4678.
LaVell Edwards Stadium BYU Museum of Art
BYU Museum of Peoples and Cultures BYU Conference Center
BYU Museum of Paleontology Marriott Center
Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum BYU Store
47. Utah Valley University (D2)Located at 800 W., just north of University Pkwy. in Orem. Rapidly growing university welcomes visitors. (801) 863-INFO(4636)
Black Box and Ragan Theatre Woodbury Art Museum
UCCU Events Center (Located at University Place)
Shopping48. Provo Towne Centre (D4)
1200 Towne Center Blvd. Near I-15 exit 263, with over 50 retailers and dining options. (801) 852-2400
49. University Place (D2)575 E. University Pkwy. On University Pkwy. between State St. and 800 E. in Orem. Over 165 stores and restaurants. (801) 224-0694
50. The Shops at Riverwoods (D1)4801 N. University Ave., Provo. Charming shopping district with shops, restaurants, Provo Beach Resort and movie complex. (801) 802-8430
51. The Meadows Shopping Center (B1) Off exit 278. Several stores and restaurants to choose from at this popular American Fork shopping district.
52. Historic Downtown Provo (D3)Convention Center, Covey Center for the Arts, hotel, restaurants and shopping.
53. Outlets at Traverse Mountain3700 N. Cabela’s Blvd., Lehi. I-15 exit 284. The ultimate experience in outlet shopping. (801) 901-1200
Campgrounds54. Lakeside RV Campground (C3) 4000 W. Center St., Provo. (801) 373-5267
55. Springville/Provo KOA Campground (B3)1550 N. 1750 W., Springville. (801) 491-0700
Golf Courses in Utah Valley
1. Cedar Hills Golf Club10640 Clubhouse Dr.Cedar Hills, UT 84062(801) 796-1705
2. Fox Hollow Golf Club1400 N. 200 E.American Fork, UT 84003(801) 756-3594
3. Gladstan Golf Course1 Gladstan Dr.Payson, UT 84651(801) 465-2549
4. Hobble Creek Golf Course5984 Hobble Creek Canyon Rd.Springville, UT 84663(801) 489-6297
5. Spanish Oaks Golf Course2300 E. Power House Rd.Spanish Fork, UT 84660(801) 804-4653
6. TalonsCove at Saratoga Springs2220 S. TalonsCove Dr.Saratoga Springs, UT 84045(801) 407-3030
7. Thanksgiving Point Golf Club3300 W. Clubhouse Dr.Lehi, UT 84043(801) 768-7401
8. The Links at Sleepy Ridge730 S. Sleepy Ridge Dr.Orem, UT 84058(801) 434-4653
9. The Ranches Golf Club4128 E. Clubhouse Ln.Eagle Mountain, UT 84005(801) 789-8100
10. East Bay Golf Course1860 S. East Bay Blvd.Provo, UT 84606 (801) 852-7529
Play a round at any one of Utah Valley’s 11 beautiful golf courses. Utah Valley golf courses offer a wide variety of scenery and difficulty levels, including the nationally ranked Thanksgiving Point Golf Course designed by Johnny Miller.
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club
Public CampgroundsUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Campgrounds: visit Recreation.gov or call (877) 444-6777. Utah Lake State Park Campground: visit Utahstateparks.reserveamerica.com.