For a few weeks each autumn, the aspens of the Wasatch Back turn gold and the hillsides around Park City glow.
Peak color usually arrives in late September and early October, when scenic drives like Guardsman Pass, between Park City and Midway, are at their best. The trails are quiet, the air is crisp and the town has its own traditions, from Miners Day on Labor Day to Halloween on Main Street. By late November, the lifts start turning again.
Color and quiet trails
Fall Foliage Drives and Tours
Late September to early October
Guardsman Pass and the surrounding canyons put on a spectacular show. The pass is busy on peak weekends and closes for winter once snow arrives. Our concierge can plan a route or a guided tour.
Fall Hiking and Biking
September and October
Cool, quiet trails at their most colorful, especially from our Tollgate Canyon homes.
Fall traditions
Miners Day
Labor Day
Park City's century-old celebration of its mining roots, with a parade on Main Street and mining competitions. 2026 marked its 130th year.
Howl-o-ween on Main
October 31
Costumed trick-or-treating along Historic Main Street, a favorite with families.
Opening Day
Late November
Park City Mountain targets November 20, 2026, and Deer Valley December 5. Thanksgiving and early-December stays book early.
Plan it with our concierge
Our concierge arranges tickets, guides, lessons, rentals and reservations before you arrive, so every day of your stay is easy. Contact the concierge.
