Provo and Utah Valley

The BYU Cougars make their home in Provo Utah. Sundance Village and Robert Redford's Sundance Ski Resort are just up the road. Other noteworthy attractions, businesses, and facilities in Utah County include Timpanogos Cave National Monument, the annual Freedom Festival/4th of July celebrations, the Novell headquarters and Utah Valley State College (located in nearby Orem). This beautiful destination was made notorious by the mountain adventures of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The region is crowned by the stunning peaks of Mt. Timpanogos, which tower above the Provo Canyon and Provo River.

	BYU (Brigham Young University) - This is one of the largest private universities in the world. Owned by the LDS Church, it offers excellent science, art and culture museums, musical and dramatic productions, and sports programs that often rank with the best in the nation.
	Sundance Resort - Ski during the winter. The resort also hosts musical and cultural programs year-round and offers great mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking during the summer.
	Thanksgiving Point - The North American Museum of Ancient Life (billed as the largest dinosaur museum in the world) is located here. Other attractions include impressive gardens, a golf course, theaters, shops and restaurants.
	Provo River - This is a blue-ribbon trout stream located just minutes from town. It is famous for its large brown trout and is managed for fly fishers. You can also raft on the Provo River.
	Mt Timpanogos & Timp Cave - Timp is the imposing mountain on the northeast edge of Utah Valley. It offers great opportunity for hiking - the strenuous hike to the top is a favorite annual event for many people. In July and August the mountain is covered with wildflowers. Timpanogos Cave is one of the best in the region and is managed as a National Monument, with public access during summer and early fall. See our hiking trails page for info about these and other hikes.
	Alpine Loop Scenic Byway - This winding road climbs the back side of Mt Timpanogos, passed Sundance Resort and down American Fork Canyon. It provides access to Timpanogos Cave, spectacular viewpoints, great hiking and some fine campgrounds.
	Bridal Veil Falls - This two-tiered waterfall is very impressive. It is located along the Provo River just east of town.
	Springville Art Museum - Springville refers to itself as Utah's Art City and is proud to offer one of the best museums in the region for the display of visual fine arts.
	Utah Lake State Park Boaters, fishermen, campers and nature lovers enjoy this developed state park, located just a few miles west of Provo.
	Deer Creek Reservoir State Park - This reservoir offers great fishing for trout, perch and walleye. It is a popular place to water ski, jet ski and camp, located on the Provo River between Provo City and Heber.

Provo/Utah County Area
Bound on the east by snow-capped Mount Timpanogos and on the west by 139-square mile Utah Lake, the area is a favorite for outdoor recreation. Provo is regularly cited in surveys as among the best places to live in America.

Provo Canyon National Scenic Byway
The byway parallels the Provo River between Provo and Heber City Utah. Bridal Veil Falls, a double cataract waterfall, and Deer Creek Reservoir State Park are spectacular points of interest in the Canyon.

The Peaks Ice Arena and Seven Peaks Water Park
Venue for Ice Hockey events during the Olympic Winter Games of 2002. During the summer months, visitors can enjoy Utah's largest water park with 26 heated water attractions. Ice Arena (801) 377-8777 Water Park (801) 373-8777

Timpanogos Cave National Monument
Explore the beauty of 3 natural limestone caverns connected by man made tunnels. Open mid-May to mid-October in American Fork Canyon. (801) 756-5238

Nebo Loop Byway
A photographer's dream with many overlooks and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Cascade Springs Scenic Backway
The grandeur and elegance of the Wasatch Mountains and Mt. Timpanogos is exhibited along this scenic route. Beginning at the Alpine Loop Scenic Backway summit between American Fork and Provo Canyon, this byway is about 25 miles long. A prominent feature along the route is Cascade Springs, a natural spring that creates a series of limestone terraces and pools.

Fly-fishing - Provo River
World-renown for its premier trout fishing, the Provo River offers the convenience of the outdoors just a few minutes away from the second largest metropolitan area in Utah. It offers great day and half-day trips for the avid fisherman.

The Homestead
Located in the Heber Valley, the Homestead's landmark hot springs crater was the main attraction 100 years ago. Today the Homestead Resort features 154 lodging rooms in an eclectic mix of turn of the century charm and modern condominiums. In addition to the 18-hole golf course, guests enjoy scuba diving, cross-country skiing and winter sleigh rides. (435) 654-1102

Sundance Village
Robert Redford's 6,000-acre retreat up Provo Canyon features skiing, dining, summer theatre, hiking, fishing, art workshops and concerts. Guests can overnight at the Resort. In Provo Canyon off state Route 92. (801) 225-4100

Raft/Canoe
Short raft, canoe and kayak trips are popular on the Provo River during the warm months.

Hiking The Provo area offers great hiking trails, in scenic mountain and forest areas. Some of the most popular mountain hikes in Utah can be found here.

Brigham Young University
Home of the Cougars, Brigham Young University is nationally recognized and acclaimed around the world. This institution is the center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' educational system.

Thanksgiving Point
Utah's destination of discovery. Thanksgiving Point consists of the Thanksgiving Gardens, Children's Discovery Garden, North American Museum of Ancient Life and more. The Museum of Ancient Life offers one of the largest dinosaur collections in the world. (801) 768-2300

Utah Valley State College
With an award-winning design of its ten major buildings, the campus hosts college's athletic programs, major concerts, trade shows, high school sports tournaments, family shows, and banquets.

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America's Freedom Festival
Provo is host to one of America's most spectacular annual Fourth of July celebrations. Weeks of activities including sporting tournaments, art exhibits, contests and concerts culminate with a giant parade and the Stadium of Fire fireworks display at LaVell Edwards Stadium on the Brigham Young University campus.

Balloon events are usually held in conjunction with the Freedom Festival, and also during local community celebrations.

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Magleby's - Creates a unique atmosphere for visitors with paintings and sculptures. Favorites with an American Contemporary style are steaks, shrimp, filet mignon and desserts "galore." Open Monday - Friday for lunch and dinner, closed Sunday - in Provo. (801) 374-6249

Brick Oven - Opened in 1956, this is one of Provo's first pizza parlors. Enjoy Brick Oven's signature root beer, pasta, pizza and lasagna. Open Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner, closed Sunday - in Provo. (801) 374-8800

Ottavio's - Watch great Italian cuisine prepared in and open kitchen. Classic thin crust pizzas, fresh focacia bread and pasta items are specialties. Open Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner, closed Sunday - in Provo. (801) 377-9555

Los Hermanos - Great Mexican food in an historic downtown Provo building. Entrees include: Fajitas, steak, halibut tacos, cheese flan and much more. Open Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner, closed Sunday - in Provo. (801) 375-5732

The Tree Room - Rustic décor showcases some of Robert Redford's favorite art and artifacts from the Southwest. The Tree Room features an up-scale Western-themed menu with a hint of French flavor. Open daily for dinner - at Sundance Resort. (801) 225-4107

Major national restaurant and fast food chains available throughout the area.

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Temperatures in Provo Canyon and Heber Valley will average 5-10° cooler than those listed above.

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For additional information on all Utah Valley events and attractions, contact the Utah Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau, (801) 851-2100.

Destination Price - Castle Country: From Provo, proceed south on I-15 to U.S. 6 and continue south on U.S. 6 to Price. Distance: 74 miles - 1 ½ hour drive time.

Destination Park City - Heber: From Provo, proceed east on U.S. 189 to U.S. 40. Continue west on U.S. 40 to Route 248 and west to Park City. Distance: 48 miles - 1 hour drive time.