Name: Grand Opening of the Kimball Junction Branch at the PEAK Center
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03

Sales for each season run from early October through mid-April. The Salt Lake Ski Super Pass is your discounted lift ticket to Salt Lake’s four world-class resorts.

Salt Lake Ski Super Pass

All photos by Outdoor Project Contributor, Brant Hansen

| **Pros:** Shady. Views. Long season. Easy access. **Cons:** Busy. Flat. **Congestion:** Moderate **Preferable Season(s):** Spring, Summer, Fall **Day-Use/Parking Pass Required:** General Day Use Fee ($3.00) **Dogs allowed?:** Yes | **Total Distance:** 14.00 mi (22.53 km) **Terrain Difficulty:** GREEN **Trailhead Elev.:** 5,345 ft (1,629 m) **Net Elev. Gain:** 1,309 ft (399 m) **Trail Uses:** Hiking, Biking **Trail type:** There-and-back |
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The Mill Creek Pipeline ride is a Salt Lake City mountain biking favorite due to its easy accessibility, long riding season, and beautiful views. It climbs up Mill Creek Canyon, running on the hillside above the road. It’s southern exposure helps it stay dry early in the spring and late into the fall, and it is even rideable in parts of the winter. Likewise, the trail is very well shaded; the trees even create a tunnel effect in places, which makes it a nice option for hot summer days. When there is a break in the trees, you are rewarded with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains and the Salt Lake Valley below. In general, the trail is relatively flat with a few good climbs and descents in the middle.

Mill Creek Pipeline Mountain Bike Trail via Rattlesnake Gluch

Take Wasatch Boulevard to 3800 South. Follow 3800 South east into the canyon (fee area). Millcreek Canyon is full of hiking, mountain-biking, cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing, and birdwatching opportunities.

#### Hiking and Mountain Biking

Many beautiful trails start in the canyon.

#### Cross Country Skiing

The canyon road gate closes on November 1st. Once there is enough snow the road is groomed for skiing at least once a week. Fat bikes can ride the groomed trail but need to stay off the classic ski track.

#### Birdwatching

Some of the birds you can see include, but aren't limited to, the Northern Pygmy-Owl, Northern Saw-Whet Owl, Flammulated Owl, and Great Horned Owl. Millcreek Canyon is also the site of [Log Haven Restaurant](http://www.visitsaltlake.com/skicity/dining/log-haven/),[Elbow Fork Picnic Area](http://www.visitsaltlake.com/listings/Elbow-Fork-to-Terrace-Picnic-Area/55101/2697/), and the Millcreek Inn events venue.

Millcreek Canyon

Classic mini golf meets arcade-style competition with automated scoring that keeps every round fast, social, and replayable. Rack up points, climb the leaderboard, and come back for a rematch. Enjoy house-made pizza, cold beer, craft sodas, and snacks while you play.

Built for everything from casual nights out with friends to birthday parties, team trainings, company events, and group celebrations. [Great food](https://www.roundsputtlounge.com/food-drinks), great drinks, and nonstop competition all under one roof.

[Reserve](https://www.roundsputtlounge.com/) your round today.

Rounds Putt Lounge

An on site child care facility in Alta, Utah, that cares for children from 2 months old up to 12 years old.

Alta Children's Center

Alta Ski Resort has a 5km Nordic Ski track that runs a loop between the Albion and Wildcat base areas. Get cross-country and snowshoe gear from the Albion Alta Ski Shop.

Alta's Nordic Ski Track

Utah's Hogle Zoo creates champions for wildlife. Visitors of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy hundreds of resident animals in the [African Savanna](https://www.hoglezoo.org/african-savanna/), [Great Apes](https://www.hoglezoo.org/great-apes/), [Primate Forest](https://www.hoglezoo.org/primate-forest/), [Small Animal Building](https://www.hoglezoo.org/small-animal-building/), [Rocky Shores](https://www.hoglezoo.org/rocky-shores/), [Asian Highlands,](https://www.hoglezoo.org/asian-highlands/) and the new [Aline W. Skaggs Wild Utah exhibit](https://www.hoglezoo.org/wildutah/). Your visit helps support conservation efforts worldwide.

Since 1974, Hogle Zoo has been a proud member of the [Association of Zoos and Aquariums](https://www.aza.org/), meeting and exceeding the highest animal care, [wellbeing](https://www.hoglezoo.org/wellbeing/), and facilities standards.

- [Plan your visit to Utah's Hogle Zoo](https://www.hoglezoo.org/plan-your-visit/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/plan-your-visit/)
- [See upcoming events](https://www.hoglezoo.org/events/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/events/)
- [Become a member](https://www.hoglezoo.org/become-a-member/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/become-a-member/)
- [See education classes and programs](https://www.hoglezoo.org/education-programs/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/education-programs/)
- [Work at Utah's Hogle Zoo](https://www.hoglezoo.org/jobs/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/become-a-member/)
- [Read Hogle Zoo stories and announcements](https://www.hoglezoo.org/zoo-stories/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/become-a-member/)[](https://www.hoglezoo.org/zoo-stories/)

**MORE TO DO. MORE TO ZOO.  
Swing by Hogle Zoo to see the newest residents**

- Meet Weila: Weila, a female Bornean orangutan born on June 21, 2025, is thriving under the care of her foster mom, Acara. Guests may now spot them in the Great Apes lobby or outdoor habitat; look closely, as Weila’s hair blends in with Acara. Their favorite resting spots include high shelves and hammocks. [Learn more about Weila's journey →](https://www.hoglezoo.org/orangutan-weila/)
- Meet Basil: Basil, born on March 30, 2025, is growing up quickly and changing right before our eyes. Basil is now one of the most active members of the troop, often seen leaping across branches and swinging from ropes. [See Basil →](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOD3XZllMZD/)
- Meet Addo: Born May 30, 2024, Addo is a western lowland gorilla who’s quickly becoming a guest favorite. His growing confidence is a joy to watch, and his development offers a unique opportunity to witness the early stages of gorilla life. [Watch Addo play →](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPAFZFYCvbh/)

Check out the zoo's [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/hoglezoo/) (@HogleZoo) for [daily programs](https://www.hoglezoo.org/things-to-do/), including keeper chats and animal demonstrations.

**ZOOBREW - EVERY POUR PROTECTS**  
Your favorite night out just got wilder! ZooBrew brings adults-only (21+) evenings to life with local craft beverages, bites, and wildlife at Hogle Zoo. Sip, stroll, and snack as you explore the zoo after hours, where every experience supports wildlife and wild places. It’s a night out for the big kids, with purpose behind every pour.

[2026 ZooBrews](https://www.hoglezoo.org/zoobrew/) run from 6:30–9:30 p.m. on select evenings:

- [Thursday, May 21](https://hoglezoo.org/upcoming-events/may-zoobrew/)
- [Wednesday, June 17](https://hoglezoo.org/upcoming-events/june-zoobrew/)
- [Wednesday, July 15](https://hoglezoo.org/upcoming-events/july-zoobrew/)
- [Wednesday, August 12](https://hoglezoo.org/upcoming-events/august-zoobrew/)
- [Wednesday, October 14](https://hoglezoo.org/upcoming-events/october-zoobrew/)

ZooBrew is where great taste meets a greater purpose. Every visit to Hogle Zoo supports wildlife conservation efforts in Utah and around the world. From constructing ranger stations in Nigeria to outfitting orangutan research teams in Borneo and monitoring western toad populations in Utah, Hogle Zoo and its partners are inspiring action by connecting people and animals. By attending ZooBrew, you’re taking meaningful action for wildlife worldwide.  
  
**EXCLUSIVE TOURS AT HOGLE ZOO**  
Book an exclusive zoo tour with your family and friends and get the most out of your zoo visit. You can even book multiple tours daily, and our Education team will create a whole itinerary for you! [Learn more about exclusive tours at Hogle Zoo →](https://www.hoglezoo.org/tours/)

- Pull out your stethoscope and discover what it's like to be a veterinarian during our [L.S. Skaggs Animal Health Center Tour](https://www.hoglezoo.org/tours/). You'll tour an off-exhibit space not regularly open to visitors. Look at x-rays and blood samples, and meet an ambassador animal as you learn how veterinarians help to maintain the health of the zoo's animals.
- Book a [VIP Cart Tour](https://www.hoglezoo.org/tours/) and see Hogle Zoo before opening! This 2-hour VIP cart tour of the zoo is catered to your group's interests and is led by one of our expert tour guides in a 7-passenger, open-air golf cart.

**HOGLE ZOO ACHIEVED ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS ACCREDITATION WITH A PERFECT INSPECTION**  
Hogle Zoo is celebrating a milestone achievement—a perfect score during our accreditation inspection from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). In September 2025, AZA granted accreditation to Hogle Zoo with a rare perfect score, indicating there were no lesser or major concerns throughout the zoo. In AZA’s 51 years of granting accreditations, Hogle Zoo is only the 10th organization to achieve a perfect score and a clean evaluation. [Learn more about Hogle Zoo's accreditation →](https://www.hoglezoo.org/aza-accreditation/)[](https://www.hoglezoo.org/aza-accreditation/)  
  
*“At Hogle Zoo, we're more than just a fun place to experience. Our team and the community can take pride in knowing their support helps us create champions for wildlife. Through our team's dedication to professional excellence, we're making a lasting impact on the animals under our care, the guests we inspire, and wildlife conservation efforts around the world. A perfect score reflects the dedication of our entire zoo team, including animal care, veterinary services, administrative leadership, facilities, finance, operations, education, conservation, guest services, volunteers, advancement, and human resources. Everyone played a role in reaching this milestone."* -Liz Larsen, Chief Mission Officer of Hogle Zoo.  
  
**SALT LAKE COUNTY'S ZOO, ARTS & PARKS (ZAP) PROGRAM**  
Hogle Zoo is supported by the Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) Program. Hogle Zoo thanks the residents and visitors of Salt Lake County for their continued support of arts, culture, and recreation within our community. [Learn more](https://www.saltlakecounty.gov/zap/)[→](https://www.hoglezoo.org/tours/)[](https://www.hoglezoo.org/aza-accreditation/)

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Utah's Hogle Zoo

Ski & Snowboard Rentals in Salt Lake City, UT Located minutes from Brighton, Solitude, Snowbird and Alta ski resorts, Wasatch Ski and Snowboard Rental is Salt Lake City’s most convenient ski shop for ski rentals and snowboard rentals. Wasatch Ski and Snowboard Rental offers a full-line of quality skis and snowboards for every level of expertise. Let our friendly and knowledgeable staff help you select your very best ski or snowboard rental package. See you on the slopes! Tuning and Repairs Along with our quality rentals, Wasatch Ski and Snowboard Rental also features a full-service tune and repair shop. From basic tunes, iron on wax, and grinds to full base welds and mounts, we can do it all.

Wasatch Ski & Snowboard Rental

Experience living history at [This Is The Place Heritage Park.](https://www.thisistheplace.org)

Located at the historic location of the Mormon pioneers’ entry to what was then the Republic of Mexico, this Utah state park celebrates the heritage of the many cultures and people that have called the valley of the Great Salt Lake home.

The Park offers experiences crafted to awaken the pioneer within every historian, ponderer, adventurer, artist, or naturalist. Connect to the story and spirit of the American west with [monuments](https://www.thisistheplace.org/general-info/pioneers-of-1847-monument/), [exhibits](https://www.thisistheplace.org/todays-fun/pioneer-childrens-memorial/), and [interactive events](https://www.thisistheplace.org/heritage-village/) that blend past with present to commemorate unique traditions and legacies. Discover immersive theater, engaging historical interactions, an [exceptional general store](https://www.thisistheplace.org/shopping/gift-shop/), and [food](https://www.thisistheplace.org/food/heritage-grill/) created by our award-winning chef. For a more intimate visit, try a curated tour with our park historian, a trail ride guided by experienced wranglers, or a quiet nature walk.

With 415 acres of beauty nestled into the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and a full complement of seasonal events to explore, This Is The Place Heritage Park offers a literal and figurative view of history that inspires. Connect to your inner pioneer with an unforgettable visit today.

This Is The Place Heritage Park

EIGHT SETTLERS’ FOUNDERS  
After owning a business in Utah and successfully pioneering a restaurant and sports bar in California for 12 years, coupled with many years of researching the distillery business, we were ready to take the big leap to fulfill our longtime dream of opening our own distillery. Radu enjoyed distilling spirits as a young boy with his grandpa in his home country of Romania, and had his mind set on distilling professionally someday.  
  
As Utah residents for more than 26 years, starting our next venture in our home state was a logical decision. We found Utah to be a beautiful state, a wonderful place to raise our family with its welcoming and friendly residents with a strong sense of community, and an inviting place for entrepreneurship.  
  
Our hearts and souls are immersed in Eight Settlers and finally, after so many years of planning, we have been about to see our carefully crafted dream materializing. It has been an emotional and priceless journey for both of us and we embrace the opportunity to share it.   
  
[EVENTS AT EIGHT SETTLERS](https://eightsettlersdistillery.com/events/)  
Eight Settlers Restaurant & Distillery has five beautiful rooms available to host your event, whether it is small and intimate or a large gathering. Each setting has a rustic look with modern elegance that is perfect for any type of event.

Eight Settlers Distillery

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Sports Salt Lake

Come join us as we celebrate the start of a new chapter at the Kimball Junction Branch in the PEAK Center (6301 N. Landmark Dr.). There will be a book brigade activity at 1:00 PM where we will move some special books from the old branch to the new branch. Come be a part of this historic day.This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

Grand Opening of the Kimball Junction Branch at the PEAK Center

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