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🎢 Amusement & Theme Parks for Kids in Cottonwood Heights, UT

30 amusement parks, theme parks, and carnival attractions rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Cottonwood Heights

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Murray Park park in Murray, UT🌳 Park
Photo: Heather Ballard
4.7(6,744)Free5 mi · Murray

Murray Park is a fantastic all-in-one destination for families seeking outdoor fun in the Salt Lake Valley. With its well-maintained playgrounds, expansive sports fields, shaded picnic areas, and a beloved splash pad that's a lifesaver on hot summer days, this community park offers something for every age and energy level.

🕑 2-4 hours
Sugar House Park park in Salt Lake City, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(6,443)Free7 mi away

Sugar House Park is Salt Lake City's beloved family destination, sprawling across 110 acres with one of the best playgrounds in the valley. With separate play areas for toddlers and older kids, wide open spaces for running, a scenic pond, and plenty of shade trees, it's the perfect spot for families to spend an entire morning or afternoon outdoors.

🕑 2-4 hours
Veterans Memorial Park tourist attraction in Herriman, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(3,366)Free7 mi · Herriman

Veterans Memorial Park in Herriman offers families a beautiful community space that combines fun and education. Kids can enjoy the playground and wide-open green spaces perfect for running and playing, while parents appreciate the opportunity to teach children about honoring those who have served our country through thoughtful memorial displays and tributes throughout the park.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Dimple Dell Regional Park park in Sandy, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(813)Free4 mi · Sandy

Dimple Dell Regional Park offers over 600 acres of natural beauty perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure in Sandy. Kids can explore miles of easy-to-moderate trails winding along a year-round creek, spot deer and other wildlife, and enjoy the sense of discovery that comes with exploring this hidden urban oasis.

🕑 2-4 hours
Canyon Rim Park park in Millcreek, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(618)Free6 mi · Millcreek

Canyon Rim Park is a peaceful neighborhood gem in Millcreek that offers families a relaxed outdoor escape without the crowds of larger parks. With well-maintained playgrounds, sports courts for active kids, and scenic walking paths perfect for stroller walks or family bike rides, it's an ideal spot for a casual afternoon of play or a leisurely family picnic.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours
Flat Iron Mesa Park park in Sandy, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(514)Free2 mi · Sandy

Flat Iron Mesa Park is Sandy's premier destination for all-day family adventures, offering something for every age with its extensive playground equipment, refreshing splash pad, and wide-open sports fields. With 15 hours of daily access and top-notch amenities including shaded picnic areas and scenic walking paths, it's the perfect spot to let kids burn energy while parents relax in the beautiful surroundings.

🕑 3-4 hours (families often stay longer during splash pad season)
Cottonwood Country Club association or organization in Cottonwood Heights, UT🌳 Park
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Cottonwood Country Club offers families an accessible gateway to Utah's stunning foothills with easy trails perfect for little legs and open green spaces for picnics and play. The combination of maintained paths and natural mountain terrain makes it an ideal spot for introducing kids to hiking while keeping the adventure manageable and close to home.

🕑 1.5-3 hours depending on trail length chosen and number of nature exploration stops
Willow Heights hiking area in Cottonwood Heights, UT🌳 Park
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4.7(225)Free

Willow Heights in Cottonwood Heights offers families a peaceful escape with excellent playground equipment, scenic walking trails, and open green spaces perfect for picnics and games. Located near Big Cottonwood Canyon, this highly-rated neighborhood park provides a relaxed atmosphere where kids can play freely while parents enjoy the beautiful Utah mountain views.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours
Big Cottonwood Canyon Trail park in Holladay, UT🌿 Nature
Photo: Gabrielle Mihoc
4.7(198)FreeLess than 1 mi away

Big Cottonwood Canyon Trail serves as the perfect introduction to Utah's stunning mountain scenery, offering families easy access to gentle creek-side walks, kid-friendly fishing spots, and nature exploration without requiring serious hiking experience. The well-maintained trails and accessible creek areas make it ideal for families wanting outdoor adventure close to Salt Lake City without venturing into backcountry terrain.

🕑 2-4 hours
Tanner Park park in Holladay, UT🌳 Park
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4.6(1,731)Free6 mi · Holladay

Tanner Park is a beloved Holladay neighborhood gem that consistently delights families with its well-maintained facilities and variety of play options. With updated playground equipment suitable for multiple ages, open grassy spaces perfect for picnics and active play, and basketball courts for older kids, this park offers something for everyone in the family without feeling overwhelming.

🕑 1.5-2 hours
Mountview Park park in Cottonwood Heights, UT🌳 Park
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4.6(1,196)Free

Mountview Park is a well-loved neighborhood gem in Cottonwood Heights that delivers everything families need for a perfect outdoor day. With modern playground equipment, basketball courts, wide-open grassy areas for running around, and breathtaking views of the Wasatch Mountains as your backdrop, it's an ideal spot for both active play and relaxed family picnics.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Evergreen Park park in Millcreek, UT🌳 Park
Photo: Gwen Dowsett
4.6(338)Free5 mi · Millcreek

Evergreen Park is a sprawling Millcreek neighborhood gem that offers something for every member of the family. With multiple playgrounds, open sports fields perfect for impromptu soccer games, and shaded walking paths ideal for stroller walks, this highly-rated park has become a go-to destination for local families who appreciate its well-maintained facilities and welcoming community atmosphere.

🕑 1.5-3 hours

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