If you're looking for a peaceful, magical, and completely free holiday experience in Utah, the Tree…read moreof Life in Draper City Park is an absolute must-see. This breathtaking willow tree is wrapped in over 1,000 strands of warm white LED lights, creating one of the most beautiful Christmas displays in the entire Salt Lake Valley. The moment you arrive, you're surrounded by a soft golden glow that instantly puts you in the holiday spirit. What makes the Tree of Life so special is its simplicity -- it's not a massive park full of displays or a loud commercial event. It's just one stunning tree, lit to perfection, that transforms the quiet park into a serene winter wonderland. Families stroll beneath the branches, couples take romantic photos, and visitors of all ages gather to enjoy the calm, cozy ambiance. The nearby illuminated bridge adds another dreamy touch and makes the whole scene even more picturesque. This spot has quickly become a beloved holiday tradition for many, and after visiting, it's easy to see why. It's peaceful, beautiful, easy to access, and perfect for a short outing that leaves you feeling refreshed and festive. I highly recommend adding the Tree of Life to your holiday bucket list! https://linktr.ee/reessroots

How long have I lived here and never visited the well-loved tree of life? Well, forever, really and…read morethat's a miss on my part. I've heard lots of people talk about this park, especially in the winter when it's all lit up with Christmas lights, and it wasn't until this year that I finally made it out there. The playground looked fun-although I didn't go try it myself. I figured that the parents of the kids playing might not appreciate some rando adult joining in with everyone. But if you have youngsters, or are one yourself, you'll find merriment and joy here. The trees were all lit up beautifully and the star of the show, of course, was mesmerizing. It might not be a multi-hour tour, but it's worth a visit. And it's free, so there's that!

Absolutely beautiful. Parking is tight. Trail goes straight up, it's steep and rocky with loose…read moregravel and rocks. I had foot surgery less than a year ago and this was difficult for me. I didn't read any reviews mentioning that it was steep or rocky so here's your warning. My husband and I loved it though and my dog was in heaven. He got a good workout meeting a lot of friendly dogs and owners. Please take poop bags and plan on carrying them out, saw a lot of poop and filled poop bags left on the trail.

Beautiful nature AND it's dog friendly?!? Why, yes, please! This is a great hike (or more like a…read morenature walk for true hikers) that is absolutely beautiful. There are several paths you can take, most of them are pretty clearly marked but I could see how people could get lost if they venture off the path. The leaves in the fall were breathtaking with the sun sneaking through the trees as if to spotlight them on the world's stage. Yes, I wax poetic when it comes to nature. I can't help myself. Go see for yourself and you'll do the same. Along with the spectacular array of colors, there's a nice rope swing that someone put up for people to enjoy (thank you to whomever did that!) and a few random forts made out of fallen trees and branches. My inner nine year old was loving every moment of it! The map showed us that we were near a cave, but we struggled to find it. We eventually found one (I think?) but the entrance was cemented over. Maybe there were others, but we gave up and vowed to return again to find them.

This is my type of hike-more like a mild nature walk with all my favorite things: water, trees and…read morewildlife. There's a good sized parking lot with some restrooms (which were unfortunately poorly maintained due to staffing issues-but that's another review). There are a few nice overlook spots along the trail and even a few benches to stop and enjoy the scenery. I noticed that there were many spots in the grassy area that appeared to be burned. As I was wondering aloud what those meant, I came across a sign that explained that they were prescribed burns to prevent the existing trees from choking out. They need space to grow. The water is incredibly clear and the stream has a lovely flow to it. There are some spots that are a little more sparse than others, so it might not be the most magnificent trail you'll find in the mountains, but if it's along your path and you'd like a short walk, it's definitely worth visiting.

Beautiful drive once you get there all paved walkways so much fun to see the water, cascading fish…read morein the bonds and unique flowers and white natural grasses

More of a trail than a park, like Christine M said. This is the place to come if you want to take a…read morenice walk through the trees, looking at the birds or the different trees and flowers. People also bike on the paths, so be careful to watch for each other. The trails weave in and out of the trees, mostly in the shade, although there are some parts of the trail that are in direct sunlight-so wear your sunscreen. At the trailhead, you'll find a parking lot and a restroom. There's plenty of space for your to wander and enjoy nature. I'll see you on the trail.

I love walking around this area so peaceful. Too many bikers that don't follow biker protocol. I've…read morehad several incidents where I've almost been hit by a bike because they don't Warn you they are coming up along side of you. Aren't you supposed to say "On your left"?

Trail is ways to follow -- and there are some parts where trees provide shade…read more Areas can be rocky and tree roots exposed -- it's nature, so come prepared. The waterfall at the end is so pretty and you can get right under it. The colors are amazing right now!

I visited the Stewart Falls Trailhead on a Tuesday afternoon. My party and I took the ski lift to…read morethe trailhead, so we only walked down the mountain. The total distance covered was just under three miles in a little more than two hours. The downward hike was moderately challenging, with some narrow trails and loose footing. It is a trail that would be much more challenging during melt-off season or in a rainy period. Wear thick socks and good hiking boots. Otherwise, dress for the weather!

We wanted to take advantage of the beautiful early June weather and found the Conservation Garden…read morePark just a few miles from our lunch spot. The first amazing surprise is there was no entry fee! We entered the garden and quickly ran into another surprise- a human-sized chess board! My boys wanted to play a game against each other...didn't know it was going to take 45mins...but it was fun to sit and watch and listen to the birds chirping. We then continued our tour around the grounds and saw many wonderful plants, trees, bushes, flowers and more. The grounds are beautifully manicured! There some educational areas where you can learn more about irrigation, landscaping and design. To walk around the garden takes about 30mins, but we spent 1.5hrs here as we took a lot of pictures and asked some questions from the workers. The workers and volunteers were very gracious to answer our questions and teach us more about the garden. You can tell they love their job and they love visitors. At the end of the tour, I made sure to drop a little cash in their donation box. Thanks Conservation Garden Park for the great time!

This place is absolutely gorgeous. If you're local (not not local) it's a wonderful place to wander…read morearound, learn, or just go for a nice stroll! The gardens go on, and on... and on! They have great visual exhibits, labelling placards, and fun interactive activities. 10/10 worth the stop, and I can't believe this place is free to the public. We stopped in here to take some casual iPhone photos as a family since we don't see eachother everyday. (Photography requires a $10 pass) It was the perfect backdrop for what we were doing, and we had a great time exploring the gardens through the park along the way.

I used to really enjoy riding Blackridge Trail, but as it's become more popular, the trail system…read morehas grown noticeably more crowded. Because it's mostly singletrack, it can be challenging when things get busy with both riders and hikers, especially during peak times. They've also started charging for parking, which is disappointing and takes away from the overall experience. While it's still a scenic trail system, the increased traffic and added fees have made it less appealing than it once was.

Super nice parking lot for this pond and trailhead. Note: There is a charge for parking there on…read moreSat/Sun/Holidays between May 1 - Sept 7th. See photo. I scanned the code and it looked like it was $16. Trails are marked great. Saturday late Sept, there were very few bikes and hikers. Dogs are welcome on these trails. AllTrails seems to know these trails well. We did the Blackridge/Sidewinder/Diamondback loop which was a nice hour+ long 3.5 miles. Would def. do it again.

This is a nature walk that has great views of the mountains and valley below. There are several…read moretrails for both walking as well as mountain biking. In fact, I think the mountain bikers might enjoy it more than the walkers do. The paths are hilly and have lots of switchbacks that wind around the hills. There is not a lot of shade; much of the trail is exposed to the sun. It's a relatively easy walk-not too steep or treacherous. Seeing all the mountain bikers on the trail make me want to invest in a good bike and join them.

This place is a mountain biker's dream. It has some of the coolest downhill runs in Utah County. At…read morethe base you have a couple options to climb the hill and each trailhead splits to additional trails. the main trail you climb is woods hollow or south maple hollow. There are hikers on the trails, so be courteous when you come across the two main climbing trails. The down hills trails are designated for mountain biking only. Vertigo, Levitate, and Zooropa, there a newer rattle and hum is a green trail. Vertigo and Zooropa are blue lines, but I personally love Vertigo since you have options wtih jumps and Levitate is black with drops and jumps.