Mirror Lake & Uinta Mountains tour from Park City

Mirror Lake Highway climbs through alpine meadows and mountain passes to a pristine lake where you can swim.

A half-day tour from Park City that drives the scenic Mirror Lake Highway through the Uinta Mountains, stopping at Provo River Falls and Mirror Lake for a 45-minute break where swimming is optional. The tour includes private air-conditioned transportation, a professional guide, bottled water and snacks. Departures run at 10:00 am and the route covers roughly four hours round-trip.

Step-by-step itinerary

Mirror Lake and Uinta Mountains tour

• Drive from Park City through Kamas Valley
• Travel Scenic Byway 150 East to Uinta Mountains
• Enjoy views of Wasatch Mountains and National Park
• Stop at Provo River Falls for photos and restroom
• Stop for photos at Slate Gorge and Provo River
• Visit Mirror Lake for 45 minutes, optional swim

The experience

The route starts in Park City and climbs east through Kamas Valley onto Scenic Byway 150, the Mirror Lake Highway, which threads through the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest toward the Uinta Mountains. Along the way you'll stop at Provo River Falls for photos and a restroom break, and pass through the Slate Gorge with a few photo stops at the Provo River itself. The drive is the experience: the road winds through alpine meadows and mountain vistas that make this one of Utah's most scenic routes.

At Mirror Lake you get 45 minutes to walk the shoreline, rest, and swim if you want to. The water is cold and clear. After the lake, the tour heads back to Park City the same way, with the guide pointing out the landscape and answering questions along the drive. A lunch stop at a log cabin pub or barbecue restaurant is built into the schedule, though food is not included: special tour pricing is available if you want to eat there.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats a small group. Pickup is included from Park City hotels, so you don't need a car or a ride to the trailhead. Bottled water and snacks travel with you. The tour runs at a steady pace with no strenuous hiking, so it suits families, older travelers, and anyone who wants mountain scenery without the physical effort of a backcountry hike.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned private transportation from Park City.
• professional guide in English.
• bottled water and snacks.
• 45-minute stop at Mirror Lake with optional swimming.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to15h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Park City Travel and Tours LLC

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Park City means you don't need a car or a ride to the trailhead, so the tour works whether you're staying in town without a rental or just want someone else to handle the drive on a mountain road.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Can I swim at Mirror Lake on this tour?

Yes, swimming is optional during the 45-minute stop at Mirror Lake. The water is cold and clear, and you can wade or swim if you bring a towel or change of clothes.

What is the Provo River Falls stop like?

Provo River Falls is a cascading waterfall where the tour stops for photos and restrooms. It's a short break in the drive, not a long hike.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included, but the tour stops at a log cabin pub or barbecue restaurant where you can order and eat. Special tour pricing is available at these stops.

How long is the drive from Park City to Mirror Lake?

The full tour is roughly four hours round-trip from Park City, including all stops and the time at Mirror Lake.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, the tour includes pickup from Park City hotels in an air-conditioned vehicle. If you're staying elsewhere or need a specific pickup point, confirm that when you book.