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Sports & Recreation for Kids in West Jordan, UT

23 sports facilities, recreation centers, and athletic activities rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in West Jordan

Ninja Kidz Action Park amusement center in South Jordan, UT🤸 Trampoline Park
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4.9(15,161)$$5 mi · South Jordan

Ninja Kidz Action Park is an expansive indoor trampoline park in South Jordan that goes beyond basic bouncing with foam pits, dodgeball courts, basketball dunking zones, and dedicated toddler areas. With an exceptional 4.9-star rating from over 15,000 reviews, this venue delivers high-energy fun for the whole family regardless of weather or season.

🕑 1.5-2 hours

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Mount Olympus Trailhead hiking area in Holladay, UT🧗 Adventure
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4.8(721)Free8 mi · Holladay

Mount Olympus Trailhead offers families a perfect introduction to hiking in Utah's stunning Wasatch Mountains. While the full summit trail is challenging, the lower portions provide accessible, family-friendly paths where kids can explore nature, spot wildlife, and enjoy breathtaking canyon views without the commitment of a full mountain ascent.

🕑 1.5-3 hours for families hiking the lower trails to the first saddle and back

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Millcreek Canyon hiking area in Millcreek, UT🧗 Adventure
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4.7(403)Free10 mi · Millcreek

Millcreek Canyon offers families an easily accessible mountain escape just minutes from Salt Lake City, featuring multiple hiking trails suitable for little legs, gentle creek areas where kids can splash and play, and shaded picnic spots perfect for family lunches. The well-maintained paths wind through beautiful scenery with opportunities to spot wildlife, making it an ideal introduction to hiking for younger children while still offering enough variety to keep older kids engaged.

🕑 2-4 hours depending on which trails you choose and how much creek play time you allow

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Butterfield Canyon Trailhead hiking area in Herriman, UT🧗 Adventure
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4.8(43)Free11 mi · Herriman

Butterfield Canyon Trailhead offers families a fantastic outdoor escape in the Oquirrh Mountains with trail options for all skill levels. Whether you're introducing toddlers to their first nature walk on the accessible lower paths or challenging older kids on more adventurous routes, the stunning mountain views and opportunities to spot deer, rabbits, and various birds make every visit memorable.

🕑 1.5-3 hours depending on how far you hike

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America First Field stadium in Sandy, UT Sports
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4.6(4,458)$$3 mi · Sandy

America First Field, home to Real Salt Lake's Major League Soccer team, delivers an electrifying game-day atmosphere that's perfect for introducing kids to live sports. The modern stadium features family-friendly sections, exciting goal celebrations, and pre-game activities that make it more accessible and engaging than many professional sports venues.

🕑 3-4 hours including pre-game activities and the 90-minute match

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Gary C. Swensen Valley Regional Park park in Taylorsville, UT🌳 Park
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4.5(1,168)Free4 mi · Taylorsville

Gary C. Swensen Valley Regional Park is a spacious 40-acre community hub perfect for families who want plenty of room to play and explore. With multiple playgrounds catering to different age groups, wide-open grassy fields for running and games, and well-maintained walking paths ideal for strollers or bikes, this park offers something for every family member to enjoy together.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Millcreek Common park in Millcreek, UT🌳 Park
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4.5(527)Free8 mi · Millcreek

Millcreek Common is a modern community park that serves as the heart of family fun in Millcreek. With a well-designed playground, refreshing splash pad, and expansive open lawn for running and playing, this gathering space offers something for every family member. The park hosts seasonal events throughout the year, making it a destination worth visiting again and again.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Blackridge Reservoir tourist attraction in Herriman, UT🌳 Park
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4.4(1,310)Free10 mi · Herriman

Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman offers families a perfect blend of outdoor activities with stunning mountain backdrops. Kids can enjoy the playground, try their luck fishing from the shore, and explore scenic walking trails while parents appreciate the well-maintained facilities and picnic areas that make for easy family outings.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center sports complex in Cottonwood Heights, UT Sports
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4.4(1,273)$6 mi · Cottonwood Heights

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center is a family activity powerhouse offering something for every age under one roof. With an indoor pool perfect for year-round swimming, an exciting climbing wall that challenges young adventurers, and extensive youth programs including sports leagues and classes, this highly-rated facility keeps kids active regardless of the weather outside.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Taylorsville Outdoor Pool swimming pool in Taylorsville, UT Sports
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4.4(133)$4 mi · Taylorsville

Taylorsville Outdoor Pool is a summer favorite for local families seeking budget-friendly aquatic fun. This community pool features exciting water slides that keep kids entertained for hours, plus structured swim lessons for children learning water safety. With dedicated family swim times and a welcoming atmosphere, it's the perfect spot to cool off during hot Utah summers.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Valley Regional Softball Complex athletic field in Taylorsville, UT Sports
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4.4(83)$4 mi · Taylorsville

Valley Regional Softball Complex is a sprawling multi-sport hub in West Valley City that offers young athletes and active families plenty of space to play and practice. With well-maintained baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and organized youth league programs, it's an ideal spot for kids to develop their sports skills, catch a game, or just enjoy some outdoor exercise in a structured environment.

🕑 1.5-2 hours for a typical game or practice session

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Canyon Racquet Club Condominiums condominium complex in Cottonwood Heights, UT Sports
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4.5(15)$8 mi · Cottonwood Heights

Canyon Racquet Club Condominiums offers a fantastic family-friendly sports facility in Cottonwood Heights where kids can learn tennis, try pickleball, and splash in the swimming pools. With dedicated youth programs and a welcoming club atmosphere, it's an excellent place for active families looking to introduce their children to racquet sports or enjoy recreational swimming in a well-maintained environment.

🕑 2-3 hours

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