3 Days in Davis County, Utah
Utah’s Amusement Capital is a Planner’s Delight
In Davis County, amusement shows up in all kinds of ways. Sometimes it’s a roller coaster. Sometimes it’s a herd of bison crossing the trail. Sometimes it’s sunset spilling across the Great Salt Lake. Either way, expect the unexpected in this destination where you plan easy, and play hard.
Park & Ride
9:00 a.m.
Antelope Island State Park: Big skies, sweeping lake views, and free-roaming bison set the scene at Antelope Island State Park. Trails wind across open landscapes where wildlife sightings happen often. Teams can explore by foot, bike, horseback, or even by kayak.
1:00 p.m.
Lagoon Amusement Park: Thrills take center stage at Utah's only amusement park, home to more than 55 rides, including the towering Cannibal coaster and the parks newest ride, The Nutcracker. After the adrenaline rush, the park's Bavarian-style Biergarten keeps the celebration going. Prost!
7:00 p.m.
Station Park: Dinner and drinks come with a side of spectacle at this lively open-air district. Restaurants, shops, and entertainment options surround a plaza where a choreographed fountain show brings music, lights and plenty of evening energy.
Planner tip: Salt Lake City International Airport sits about 25 minutes from Davis County, making it easy for attendees to land, check in and start exploring without long transfers or complicated logistics.
Park & Ride
9:00 a.m.
Antelope Island State Park: Big skies, sweeping lake views, and free-roaming bison set the scene at Antelope Island State Park. Trails wind across open landscapes where wildlife sightings happen often. Teams can explore by foot, bike, horseback, or even by kayak.
1:00 p.m.
Lagoon Amusement Park: Thrills take center stage at Utah's only amusement park, home to more than 55 rides, including the towering Cannibal coaster and the parks newest ride, The Nutcracker. After the adrenaline rush, the park's Bavarian-style Biergarten keeps the celebration going. Prost!
7:00 p.m.
Station Park: Dinner and drinks come with a side of spectacle at this lively open-air district. Restaurants, shops, and entertainment options surround a plaza where a choreographed fountain show brings music, lights and plenty of evening energy.
Planner tip: Salt Lake City International Airport sits about 25 minutes from Davis County, making it easy for attendees to land, check in and start exploring without long transfers or complicated logistics.
Enjoy a Bounty of Experiences
9:00 a.m.
Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve: Boardwalk trails stretch across peaceful wetlands where pelicans glide overhead and herons stalk the shallows. With the Great Salt Lake shimmering in the distance, the preserve feels like stepping into a live nature documentary.
1:00 p.m.
Hill Aerospace Museum: Step inside massive hangars filled with historic aircraft, towering fighter jets, and stories from aviation's history. The exhibits showcase decades of innovation and deliver a serious wow factor for curious visitors.
6:00 p.m.
Bountiful Main Street: Locally owned restaurants, charming boutique stores and cozy cafés line this historic downtown street. It's the kind of place where a quick dinner turns into dessert, conversation and one more stroll down the block.
Planner Tip: Davis County features more than 500 miles of trails across canyons, wetlands and mountain foothills, giving planners options for everything from gentle nature walks to more adventurous group hikes.
Enjoy a Bounty of Experiences
9:00 a.m.
Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve: Boardwalk trails stretch across peaceful wetlands where pelicans glide overhead and herons stalk the shallows. With the Great Salt Lake shimmering in the distance, the preserve feels like stepping into a live nature documentary.
1:00 p.m.
Hill Aerospace Museum: Step inside massive hangars filled with historic aircraft, towering fighter jets, and stories from aviation's history. The exhibits showcase decades of innovation and deliver a serious wow factor for curious visitors.
6:00 p.m.
Bountiful Main Street: Locally owned restaurants, charming boutique stores and cozy cafés line this historic downtown street. It's the kind of place where a quick dinner turns into dessert, conversation and one more stroll down the block.
Planner Tip: Davis County features more than 500 miles of trails across canyons, wetlands and mountain foothills, giving planners options for everything from gentle nature walks to more adventurous group hikes.
Soak In the Scenery
8:00 a.m.
Adams Canyon Trail: One of Davis County’s many stunning hikes, the climb through Adams Canyon builds anticipation with every step. Then the trail bends and a dramatic waterfall appears, spilling from the cliffs above and rewarding hikers with sweeping mountain scenery.
1:00 p.m.
Davis County Fairways: Davis County’s golf scene pairs variety with bragging rights. Courses range from wetlands and valley layouts to ridge-top rounds with Great Salt Lake and mountain views. Standouts like Bountiful Ridge and Eaglewood earn national acclaim.
7:00 p.m.
CenterPoint Legacy Theatre: Broadway-style musicals and lively performances bring the curtain up on an unforgettable evening. This beloved regional theatre delivers big talent in an intimate setting that leaves audiences buzzing long after the final bow.
Planner Tip: Attractions, dining districts and outdoor adventures are all located within a short drive of one another, allowing planners to combine multiple off-site experiences into a single afternoon or evening outing.
Soak In the Scenery
8:00 a.m.
Adams Canyon Trail: One of Davis County’s many stunning hikes, the climb through Adams Canyon builds anticipation with every step. Then the trail bends and a dramatic waterfall appears, spilling from the cliffs above and rewarding hikers with sweeping mountain scenery.
1:00 p.m.
Davis County Fairways: Davis County’s golf scene pairs variety with bragging rights. Courses range from wetlands and valley layouts to ridge-top rounds with Great Salt Lake and mountain views. Standouts like Bountiful Ridge and Eaglewood earn national acclaim.
7:00 p.m.
CenterPoint Legacy Theatre: Broadway-style musicals and lively performances bring the curtain up on an unforgettable evening. This beloved regional theatre delivers big talent in an intimate setting that leaves audiences buzzing long after the final bow.
Planner Tip: Attractions, dining districts and outdoor adventures are all located within a short drive of one another, allowing planners to combine multiple off-site experiences into a single afternoon or evening outing.
