Things to Do and See

Heber Valley's culture is a little bit cowboy, a little bit Swiss and a little bit wholly natural, a reflection of the Wasatch Mountains that surround it. It's also always fun - there are always things to do see and plenty of them, from interactive events to live theater and historic railroads.

Every kind of relaxation is possible here. The spas will soothe anyone's nerves. A drive up into the surrounding canyons and peaks is always gorgeous. Even watching Heber's clear skies for birds is a beautiful experience, whether you do it from the Town Hall or from the nearby foothills. Heber Valley's distinct four seasons makes outdoor recreation in general especially attractive.

Heber Valley Railroad: Heber Valley Railroad may be Heber Valley's most famous attraction. And although riding the rails alone is an amazing scenic experience, the rides are often themed. You ride the train while listening to a local band perform old show tunes, or you ride the train while having an authentic chuckwagon dinner.

Attractions: Even Heber Valley's movie theaters are historic and its live theater is amazing. Art lovers will find no end of galleries. Spas are both within the communities themselves and up in the mountains. The Valley has its excellent museums as well, about everything from local history to the history of aviation.

Parks: Parks in Heber Valley, whether state or city parks or simply scenic, are especially lovely. Some of them rest in the mountains, rocky and green. Others rest more gently against the lakes. Rivers often run through these scenic areas, sometimes leaving waterfalls in their wake. There are perhaps no better places for a walk.

Scenic Drives: Heber Valley has so much scenery that you may prefer to explore large parts of it at once. A canyon or peak that might take a day to hike can be seen in an hour - that is, if you can resist stopping the car and getting out for a closer look. But driving these routes alone will take your breath away.

Bird Watching: Many bird species gather in Heber Valley, from dramatic predators like eagles and hawks to songbirds nesting in the trees just overhead. Waterfowl populate the lakes. While more removed places such as the Wasatch Mountains and its reservoirs may be the best places to bird, you can even bird walking down Heber's sidewalks..

Events: Sometimes, Heber Valley appears to be in a constant state of quiet festival. There's always something going on. Heber Valley Railroad and its themed rides alone are part of what makes the Valley so fun on repeat visits. Other events celebrate the Valley's heritage, both cowboy and Swiss, and others celebrate the rich natural heritage everywhere around.

Recreation: Come in the summer for hiking and biking and golf, or come in the winter for all types of skiing. Cross-country skiiers and downhill skiiers alike will find award-winning resorts. You can scuba dive all year round - and few places, in Utah or out, can offer that. Boating and fishing (and ice fishing) are always popular - and with good reason.