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If you’re in or around Salt Lake City or Park City, there is another destination not too far away with some unique attractions – Midway, Utah. We visited Midway over the long weekend in January as it was right before Austin’s big surgery test so it was nice to have a staycation only 45 minutes from home. So if you’re wondering what to do in Midway, Utah this post is for you!

While the opportunities are different throughout the year, we went during the winter so I will discuss this season specifically.

What to do in Midway Utah

Hotel: Homestead Crater Resort

We stayed in the Homestead Crater Resort which was right in the middle of the action. We stayed in one of the cottages as this was the option that was pet friendly. They felt like a cross between an Airbnb and a hotel. Very adorable.

This hotel was walkable (3-5 minutes) to both the Ice Castle and the Crater making the location perfect for us. It is also located right on the golf course if you are looking to do that in the summertime.

Food: Midway Mercantile

After debating whether or not we should eat at home before leaving, we decided to look up restaurants in the area and discovered Midway Mercantile. The menu looked excellent and upon visiting we were not disappointed.

Midway Mercantile definitely feels like a restaurant that would be situated in a larger city. This is an unusual feeling for the small towns of Utah. We enjoyed our dinner so much that we returned for brunch on Sunday!

Activities: Ice Castle

When looking into what to do in Midway Utah, the first thing you probably came across if you’re looking in the winter was the Ice Castle. I learned about the Midway Ice Castle the first year I moved to Salt Lake City but it was one of those things that was so close so it was hard for us to make time.

Definitely recommend checking out the ice castle. We went at night so the ice was lit up with so many pretty colors.

Here are some tips for visiting the Midway Ice Castle:

1. Book tickets online in advance. The Ice Castle sells out spots during popular times and it would be a bummer to get all the way there and not get to visit. Book online in advance.
2. Like so many things in Utah, the Ice Castle is closed on Sundays. Plan on visiting on an alternate day.
3. Prepare to be cold. Midway is a lot colder than Park City and Salt Lake City. The Ice Castle is outside and it’s made of ice. You will be walking around the ice and in snow. Layer up.
4. Wear snow boots. I have these. Austin had on high top boots and the snow was over his boots in a few places. DEFINITELY do not wear sneakers. Those people who did looked quite uncomfortable.

I definitely want to go back to the Ice Castle during the day. It might be a good idea to do on two different days of your visit at two different times.

Activities: Crater

The other popular thing when discovering what to do in Midway Utah is to visit the Homestead Crater. According to the website: Midway is home to Utah’s ONLY geothermal hot spring. Housed in a beehive-shaped limestone rock on the Homestead property, The Crater provides 55 feet of depth for swimmers, scuba divers, and snorkelers of all walks of life.

Here are some tips for visiting Homestead Crater:

1. The ONLY way to visit it with a reservation. Get one by calling 435-657-3840.
2. Although the crater is deep, you do not have to be able to swim as life jackets are provided and required to be worn.
3. It was so steamy due to the outdoor temps (in the teens) that you couldn’t see much. Was still really cool, but just something to note. Makes me want to come back in a different season.

Have you ever been to Midway? What did you do while you were there? Let me know in the comments.

Activities: Rocky Mountain Outfitters

If you love the great outdoors but are not sure what to do in Midway Utah then be sure to book an incredible tour with Rocky Mountain Outfitters.

Because this outdoor adventure company was initially started by students and now offers visitors the chance to explore the area through a wide array of local activities. So, options include fly fishing in the Provo River, guided horseback riding in Salt Lake City/Park City, authentic western chuck wagon dinners, etc.

Activities: Wasatch Mountain State Park

Spread out across an incredible 23,000 acres of land, Wasatch Mountain State Park is an oasis of natural beauty where adventurers can enjoy a wide range of activities like golfing, horseback riding, camping, hiking, skiing, picnicking, and more.

However, because the area played host to the 2002 Winter Olympics, winter-related recreational facilities are particularly nice. Just don’t leave without visiting other highlights like the Huber Farmhouse and Creamery and Tate Barn.

Activities: Memorial Hill

If you’re wondering what to do in Midway Utah and are looking for a bit of peace and quiet then you can’t miss Memorial Hill. See, this pristine oasis of tranquility offers incredible views of the surrounding area.

It was also once owned by former pioneer Jesse Hughes McCarrell and is now dedicated in memory of U.S. veterans. So, be sure to visit if you want to enjoy some quiet reflection amidst the beauty of nature.

Activities: Wasatch Mountain Golf Course

If you enjoy a nice round of golf beneath a sky full of sunshine then be sure to visit Wasatch Mountain Golf Course.

After all, this incredible facility sits at 6,000 feet in the air at Wasatch Mountain State Park and has two 18-hole courses for visitors to enjoy.

So, choose between the Mountain and Lake Golf Courses and be on the lookout for local wildlife that sometimes makes a guest appearance. Then, when you start to get hungry. be sure to head to the Wasatch Park Cafe for some delicious food.

Activities: Soldier Hollow Nordic Center

Also situated inside Wasatch Mountain State Park, Soldier Hollow Nordic Center actually played host to some of the events held during the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.

And while this facility is open all year long and perfect for biking and hiking in the summer, the area is particularly lovely throughout the winter when you can enjoy tubing, skiing, and more.

Food: Cafe Galleria

If you love authentic Italian food then another great place to eat in Midway, Utah is Cafe Galleria. See, this charming little eatery was first started by a local New Yorker in 2008 and is now known throughout the area for its incredible pizza.

The dining room also sits inside a historic, 110-year-old home and is a warm and welcoming space that is brimming over with pictures of Italy. So, be sure to stop by for a slice of pizza and pair it with an expertly made-dessert or a refreshing salad.

What to do in Midway Utah FAQ

What is Midway Utah known for?

Midway, Utah is known for the incredible geothermic activity at the Homestead Caldera at Homestead Resort. In fact, the water here is so warm that the caldera plays host to scuba diving all year long since water temperatures are between 90 F and 95 F.

Additionally, Midway is known for being the city closest to the biathlon and cross-country events from the 2002 Winter Olympics events at Soldier Hollow.

What is there to do in Midway Utah in the fall?

The best things to do in Midway Utah in the fall include:

• Climb up Mount Timpanogos
• Walk along Strawberry Reservoir
• Relax in the warm water of Homestead Crater
• Starting in November you can ride on the Heber Valley Railroad’s North Pole Express
• Head to Kohler Creamery to check out the hay maze before taking home some pumpkins from the pumpkin patch

Why is Midway Utah Swiss?

Midway, Utah is known as the state’s very own Swiss Alps because the snow-topped Wasatch Mountains and green valleys reminded settlers in the 1850s of their home country.

Is Midway a nice place to live?

Midway is a great place to live since it is safe and offers residents easy access to stunning national forests, nearby ski resorts, and large cities.

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