PARK CITY, UT

The character of Park City has been greatly influenced by its location in the Wasatch Mountain Range giving the city a feeling isolation although the city is only 32 miles east of downtown Salt Lake City.

Although the city is now mostly a resort town known for its great skiing and other outdoor activities, its mining roots keeps the town from being too yuppified and maintains a friendly and down-to-earth feel. This binary phenomenon is also reflected in the Sundance Film Festival when celebrities come in droves to celebrate both accomplished filmmakers and relatively unknown talents.

Quite a small town, it is difficult to divide Park City itself into districts. Still, there are a few areas of town with distinct personalities.

Main Street

The Main Street area is the center of Park City. Its Victorian buildings and colorful storefronts make the area quaint and picturesque. The Egyptian Theatre Company is located here where many films for the Sundance Film Festival are screened. The nightlife of Park City is most vibrant on Main Street. Here you can get drinks from... more