Under ~2 hours
~2–4 hours
~4–5 hours
Goblin Valley SP (near Hanksville)
Utah
17 itineraries
Great Basin (non-NP) (Spring Valley, Snake Valley)
Nevada
16 itineraries
Great Basin NP (non-cave)
Nevada
15 itineraries
Twin Falls area
Idaho
18 itineraries
Ruby Mountains (Lamoille Canyon)
Nevada
14 itineraries
Idaho Falls area
Idaho
4 itineraries
Elko area
Nevada
4 itineraries
Moab area (beyond national parks)
Utah
17 itineraries
Weekend trips from Salt Lake City open up access to some of the West's most dramatic landscapes and diverse destinations. This guide covers 20 verified destinations across Utah, Idaho, and Nevada—from mountain towns like Park City and Stanley to remote geological wonders such as the San Rafael Swell and Goblin Valley State Park. Whether seeking alpine scenery in the Ruby Mountains, desert exploration in the Great Basin region, or adventure around Moab, Twin Falls, or Bear Lake, travelers will find options ranging from well-known areas to lesser-explored corners worth discovering. Each destination offers distinct character and terrain for a memorable weekend escape from the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Utah destinations are included in this weekend trips guide?⌄
The guide covers multiple Utah areas including Park City, Provo, Logan, Bear Lake's North Shore and Garden City, Nine Mile Canyon near Price, Flaming Gorge on the Utah side near Vernal, San Rafael Swell in Emery County, Goblin Valley State Park near Hanksville, and the Moab area beyond the national parks.
Are there mountain destinations outside of Utah?⌄
Yes. The guide includes Idaho destinations such as Sawtooth Valley (Stanley and Ketchum), Pocatello area, Idaho Falls area, and Elko area. The Ruby Mountains near Lamoille Canyon in Nevada are also featured.
What Great Basin options are listed?⌄
The guide includes Great Basin destinations in the non-national park Spring Valley and Snake Valley areas of Nevada, as well as the non-cave sections of Great Basin National Park.
What remote or lesser-known areas are covered?⌄
The guide features some lesser-known destinations including Nine Mile Canyon near Price, Flaming Gorge, and the San Rafael Swell in Emery County, alongside more established weekend trip areas.
More Collections
Or see weekend trips from other cities or browse weekend getaways by state.