Looking for a convenient base to explore Salt Lake Valley and the Wasatch Mountains? Head to Midvale! Located just south of Salt Lake City, Midvale offers easy access to outdoor adventures, ski resorts, shopping, and entertainment. Whether you're hitting the slopes or exploring the city, Midvale is centrally located for year-round fun.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Midvale depends on your interests. Visit from December to March for skiing and snowboarding, or May to October for hiking, biking, and enjoying outdoor festivals in mild weather.

How to Get There

  • If you are traveling by car: Midvale sits along I-15 and I-215, making it easy to reach from Salt Lake City or Provo.
  • By air: Fly into Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), then drive or take TRAX light rail south to Midvale (about 20–25 minutes).
  • By public transit: UTA’s TRAX Red and Blue Lines stop at Midvale stations, offering quick access to downtown Salt Lake and the University of Utah.

Where to Stay

  • Hyatt House Salt Lake City / Sandy – Modern all-suite hotel with kitchenettes, close to dining and shopping.
  • La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Midvale – Budget-friendly lodging with free breakfast and easy freeway access.
  • Hampton Inn Salt Lake City / Midvale – Comfortable option with indoor pool and proximity to ski bus stops.

Must-see if you are a first-time visitor:

  • The Shops at Fort Union – Browse retail stores, grab a bite, or catch a movie in Midvale’s main commercial district.
  • Midvale City Park – Enjoy a family-friendly park with playgrounds, picnic shelters, and walking trails.
  • Gardner Village – Just minutes away, this charming spot offers boutique shopping, restaurants, and seasonal events in restored pioneer buildings.
  • Topgolf Salt Lake City – Practice your swing, play games, and enjoy food and drinks at this high-tech driving range.
  • Real Salt Lake Games at America First Field – Catch Major League Soccer action just 10 minutes away in Sandy.

Unique Attractions

⮕ Outlaw Distillery

Tour small-batch facilities and sample craft spirits on an unusual tasting trip.

Outlaw Distillery

© Outlaw Distillery

Located in Midvale, Utah, Outlaw Distillery is committed to making the best quality hand-made spirits using local ingredients. They make Rum, Spiced Rum, White Whiskey, Bourbon whiskey and Moonshine. They even hand-built their own distilling equipment with the goal of ensuring the highest quality of each drop. The result is smooth, bold flavor with every sip, following high quality standards of the industry. Outlaw Distillery is the first distillery in Utah to make spiced rum.

They distill fancy molasses instead of the blackstrap molasses and then steep the spirit in spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and cardamom. No extracts or artificial coloring and flavorings are used, setting their rum apart from all others. The distillery offers tours several times a day.

Outlaw Distillery, 552 W 8360 S., Midvale, Utah, Phone: 801-706-1428

Where to Eat

⮕ The Hires Big H

Savor classic burgers and sip root beer floats on an affordable family outing.

The Hires Big H

© The Hires Big H

The Hires Big H is a restaurant chain based in Sandy, Utah, established 1959. The Hires Big H still follows the tradition of the classic diners of the 1950s, with its menu and with its interior decoration while not being exactly drive-in. Their Midvale location is spacious and bright unpretentious counter-serve eatery famous for their huge Big H burger, fresh cut fries, homemade onion rings, special dipping sauce and large frosty mugs of root beer.

Besides their old stapes, their huge menu has just about anything anyone would wish for. The famous dipping sauce is now available in most grocery stores in the area.

The Hires Big H, 835 Fort Union Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047, Phone: 801-561-2171

⮕ Waffle Love

Enjoy sweet and savory waffles with the kids during a fun weekend stop.

Waffle Love

© Waffle Love

Waffle Love is a popular chain of food trucks and restaurants offering delicious Belgian Liege waffles with sweet or savory toppings. Their sweet waffles are rispy and caramelized on the outside, moist and flaky on the inside, these waffles are like nothing else on the market and are equally delicious with fruits and whipped cream as they are with nutella or dulce de leche. Their savory waffles are made of croissant dough - crisp and light with 27 layers of flaky layers, perfect withfried chicken and avocados or bacon and eggs. Their Midvale restaurant is a rustic chic spot with large communal tables made of enormous wooden slab with live edge and plenty of original art on the walls located in The Shops at Fort Union shopping center.

Waffle Love, 1142 Fort Union Blvd #M05, Midvale, UT 84047, Phone: 801-566-2559

More Places to Eat

  • Bohemian Brewery & Grill – European-inspired pub with house-brewed lagers and hearty comfort food.
  • Café Rio – Popular fast-casual chain for customizable Mexican dishes and fresh tortillas.
  • Sushi Yah – Local favorite for affordable all-you-can-eat sushi and Japanese dishes.

If you are interested in local events:

  • Harvest Days (August) – Midvale’s signature summer celebration with parades, concerts, food trucks, and fireworks.
  • Gardner Village WitchFest (September–October) – Spooky fun with decorations, scavenger hunts, and shopping.
  • Holiday Tree Lighting (December) – Kick off the festive season with lights, music, and community cheer.

If you are looking for unique day trips within 30 Minutes of Midvale, Utah:

  • Big Cottonwood Canyon (20–30 min) – Explore world-class hiking, rock climbing, or skiing at Brighton and Solitude resorts.
  • Downtown Salt Lake City (20–25 min) – Visit Temple Square, the Utah State Capitol, museums, and more.
  • Thanksgiving Point (30 min) – Family-friendly attractions in Lehi including gardens, museums, and a working farm.
  • Red Butte Garden & Arboretum (30 min) – Enjoy trails, gardens, and concerts at this scenic spot near the University of Utah.
  • Snowbird & Little Cottonwood Canyon (30 min) – Ride the aerial tram, enjoy spa treatments, or hit the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Where is Midvale located?
    • Midvale is a city in Salt Lake County, Utah, and part of the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
  • What historical attractions can visitors explore in Midvale?
  • What recreational opportunities are available in Midvale?
    • There are three parks in Midvale, offering open green spaces, kids’ playgrounds, and sports facilities.
  • Where can visitors go for skiing near Midvale?
    • The nearby Wasatch Mountains provide great skiing in the winter at their four ski resorts.
  • What unique local products does Midvale offer?
    • Outlaw Distillery produces high-quality, hand-made rum, whiskey, and moonshine using exclusively local ingredients.

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