A family holiday vacation in Park City is the perfect chance to slow down, breathe in the mountain air, and create traditions that stick with your kids long after they’ve grown (and make them want to return each year). And while the ski slopes get most of the attention, families often find that it’s the quieter, more personal experiences—like the ones offered by All Seasons Adventures—that become the memories they cherish most.
Here are a few winter traditions you can start this year, and bring back every time you return to Park City.
1. Start Your Trip With a Family Snowshoe Outing
There’s something about beginning your getaway with a walk through the snowy woods that immediately sets the tone for a relaxed, magical trip. All Seasons Adventures has snowshoe routes for every age, but families with younger kids especially love two options:
- Treasure Hunt Snowshoe Tour – Think of it like a winter scavenger hunt through the trees. Kids are so wrapped up in the clues and discoveries that they forget they’re hiking! Perfect for kids aged 5-10.
- Snowshoe to S’mores – A kid-favorite for obvious reasons. Your adventure ends around a cozy fire with a plate of warm, gooey s’mores. Perfect for your youngest family members, this snowshoe is a short walk from the parking lot around the Deer Valley Ponds to a cozy firepit with gorgeous views.
These tours are fun, gentle, and the perfect way to kick off winter vacation.
Tradition tip: Take the same family photo each year at your guide’s favorite viewpoint.
2. Enjoy a Nighttime Snowshoe and Stargazing Walk
Winter nights in Park City are unreal—crisp air, quiet trails, and a sky full of stars. A low-key evening snowshoe with All Seasons Adventures gives you a chance to slow down and enjoy it together. Kids love spotting constellations, and adults appreciate the peaceful break from the holiday rush. Maybe you’ll even spot a shooting star!
Tradition tip: Declare one night of your trip “family stargazing night” and bring along cocoa for the trail. Look ahead to see if there are any meteor showers coming up or if there’s a chance to see the Northern Lights.
3. Try Cross-Country Skiing Together
If your family wants to try something besides downhill skiing, cross-country skiing is a great choice. It’s approachable, fun, and a surprisingly good workout. All Seasons Adventures guides make it easy for beginners and entertaining for kids who love to explore.
Tradition tip: Pick one morning each winter to learn something new on the Nordic trails.
4. Make the Moonlight Dinner Tour Your Annual Treat
One of the most memorable winter experiences in Park City is the Moonlight Dinner Tour. After a mellow snowshoe or ski, you’ll settle into a warm, inviting meal at one of Deer Valley’s restaurants. It’s cozy, scenic, and a little bit magical—perfect for families who want to end their day on a special note, or for those who enjoy a little luxury with their workout.
Tradition tip: Choose your favorite Deer Valley restaurant and make it your “official” winter dinner spot.
5. Dedicate One Day to a Family Adventure
Set aside one day each winter that’s just about being outside together. Maybe that’s snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, or a custom outing designed around your family’s interests. All Seasons Adventures makes it simple to step away from the busy pace of a ski town and enjoy quality time in the mountains – without the long wait of lift lines.
Tradition tip: Keep a small “adventure journal” and add an entry every winter with photos, funny moments, and new discoveries. Keep receipts, photos, and other small items to add to your journal or scrapbook, “junk journal” style!
Bonus Tradition: Hunt for the Perfect Christmas Tree in the Uintas
While it’s not an All Seasons Adventures outing, many families like to pair their winter tours with the classic Utah tradition of cutting down a Christmas tree in the Uinta–Wasatch–Cache National Forest. With a permit and a sense of adventure, searching for the perfect tree becomes its own story—and the mountain-fresh smell is unbeatable.
Tradition tip: Make your All Seasons Adventures tour the kickoff to your tree-hunting weekend.
Start Building Your Park City Traditions
Whether it’s roasting s’mores in the snow, sharing a starlit walk, trying cross-country skiing, or settling in for a Moonlight Dinner Tour, Park City is full of ways to create moments that feel special. If you’re planning a family holiday vacation in Park City, All Seasons Adventures can help you build the kind of winter traditions your family will look forward to every year.
