Sometimes dear Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate with your perfect trip plans. But don’t throw in the towel just yet. We have a whole list of recommendations on how to spend quality time and make memorable moments while in Heber Valley on a rainy or blustery day. Just read on...

Stay Indoors… Yes, Seriously.         

Hear us out on this one. You have a great opportunity to really maximize your time in your wonderful accommodations. How often do you fully enjoy your lodging on any vacation? Now is your chance to make the most of it all!

Order room service or food delivery, cozy up, and watch a favorite flick, or even a series. If you have little ones, this is a great time to make that pillow and blanket fort together. You’re here to make memories after all. 

Ask the front desk staff for cards, puzzles, or board games and have fun playing together with family and friends. Or drive to the local store and pick up a deck of cards or boardgame to play. It can double as your trip souvenir! And, if your lodging has an indoor pool, go for a swim and soak in the hot tub. If there isn’t an indoor pool, draw yourself a hot bath and take some much needed time to yourself and relax.

Museums & Art Galleries

If arts and culture is more up your alley, then plan to stop by the museums throughout town, the Midway Art Gallery, or catch a live theatre performance.

Midway Art Gallery: Featuring a dozen or so local area artists on rotation throughout the year, this local gallery is open Fridays and Saturdays. Artists take turns sitting in the gallery and greeting guests while working on their latest piece. It’s a fun way to see the art, meet an artist, and interact with the community.           
Hours: Friday - Saturday from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm           
Location: Midway Town Hall, 75 North 100 West, Midway, Utah 84049 

Commemorative Air Force Museum: Showcasing planes from WWII and highlighting women in aviation, this museum is located at Heber Valley Airport and is maintained by local volunteers. If you call in advance, they can plan to have a volunteer present for you to come visit and learn about the planes, parts, and other aviation items on display.            
Hours: Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm            
Phone: 435-709-7269        
Location: Russ McDonald Air Field, 1980 Airport Road, Hangar 38-D, Heber City, Utah 84032           

Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum: With FREE admission, this non-profit works to honor the achievements of Utah pioneers who helped settle this territory. See the artifacts and photographs of the collection while you learn about Utah’s heritage.           
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm            
Phone: 435-654-2868           
Location: 188 South Main Street, Heber City, Utah 84032

RW Erickson Foundation: Plan in advance for a private tour at the astounding RW Erickson Foundation antique and museum collection. With over 22 buildings onsite, you will be taken back in time as you walk through building after building of carefully preserved artifacts, motorcycles, classic cars, and more. Spend a few hours touring the amazing collection, and be sure to make a donation. This non-profit is only open for three community events a year and relies on donations to stay open for private tours.  
Hours: private tours by advance appointment only  
Phone: 801-560-5373  
Location: Wallsburg, Utah 84082

The Utah Crater

Swim, scuba, or dive in a 10,000-year-old geothermal crater. This one-of-a-kind experience should absolutely be part of your itinerary. Sitting under a beehive-shaped limestone dome, this activity is available all year long. The Crater tends to be very popular, so call ahead to book a swim time, scuba experience, or get your spot atop the water in a standup paddle board yoga class!           
Phone: 435-657-3840           
Location: 700 North Homestead Drive, Midway, Utah 84049

Spa Time         

Heber Valley has some world-class spa facilities and extremely experienced therapists throughout the valley. From body treatments to facials, nail care to hair care, mental wellness classes to full-body training sessions, taking some time to treat yourself is almost always overdue. Inclement weather is a great time to get in a special treatment or make it a full spa day.

Heber Valley Railroad

All aboard the historic Heber Valley Railroad for a leisure ride along the scenic Deer Creek Reservoir shoreline and down Provo Canyon. This out-and-back excursion is great for guests of all ages and abilities, and adds a wonderful activity to your itinerary when legs are tired, weather is less than ideal, or if you want to explore areas of the valley that you can't otherwise get access to. Explore the gift shop at the train depot before and after departure. Check out the calendar of events to see departure times and possible themed trains that may be scheduled during your stay.           
Phone: 435-654-5601           
Location: 450 South 600 West, Heber City, Utah 84032

Catch A Movie

The local Avon Theater is a bargain for an afternoon or evening activity. Get a scoop or two of delicious ice cream or some homemade candy from Corner Sweet Treats next to the theater and enjoy before, during, or after the show.  
Movies change weekly. Showtimes vary.           
Phone: 435-654-1181           
Location: 94 South Main, Heber City, Utah 84032

Bowling 

Easily spend an hour or two brushing up on your bowling skills at Holiday Lanes. Challenge your friends, family, or kids to a game. Make it even more fun by having prizes for first and second place scores. This activity is fun for all ages and the food is a local favorite at this joint. The locals often stop in just for the burgers and shakes!           
Phone: 435-654-0372           
Location: 565 North Main, Heber City, Utah 84032

Aquatic Center 

Load up the kids and hit the local Wasatch Aquatic Center for some fun in the pool. Whether taking laps, swim lessons, or playing in the kid’s pool, the aquatic center offers hours of water fun for all.            
Phone: 435-654-3450           
Location: 744 South 200 East, Heber City, Utah 84032

Recreation Center

Centrally located in Heber Valley, the Wasatch Recreation Center provides 135,000 square feet of basketball, volleyball, racquetball, baseball, pickleball, and tennis courts, soccer, lacrosse, golf, and turf fields, a golf simulator and putting green, batting cages, and an indoor track. There's more to do here than you likely have time for! And the cost is a nominal fee for hours of fun.  
Hours: Monday - Friday from 5:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday from 7:00am to 5:00pm           
Phone: 435-654-3450           
Location: 345 West 600 South, Heber City, Utah 84032

Tasting Tour 

Taste your way through the local and unique eateries throughout town. Be it over-the-top shakes from Dairy Keen or Granny's Drive In and flavored sodas at Quench It or gelato from Spin Café and house-made pastries at The Bakery at Zermatt – with over 30 local restaurants, there are plenty of options to select from. Or consider a progressive dinner date with cocktails and appetizers at The Back 40 Ranch House Grill, the main course at Midway Mercantile, and dessert or a nightcap at The Lakehouse at Deer Creek. Try several wonderful dining establishments and make a lasting and tasty memory.

Don't Let The Falling Drops Ruin Your Trip 

Regardless of the weather, you can still make the most of your time in the picturesque Heber Valley. With museums, art galleries, indoor activity centers, and a variety of other indoor attractions offered in the communities near Heber Valley, you will have plenty to do. Be sure to stop by the Heber Valley Visitor Center for more information or ideas. We look forward to seeing you soon!           
Hours: Monday - Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm           
Location: 475 North Main Street, Heber City, UT 84032