Utah Trail Rides at This Is The Place Heritage Park

Utah Trail Rides at This Is The Place Heritage Park sits at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, one of Salt Lake City's most historically significant landmarks. With a 4.2 rating, this facility blends outdoor recreation with Utah's pioneer heritage in a way few other riding destinations can match. Salt Lake City riders and tourists alike appreciate having a quality horseback experience so close to the Wasatch foothills. It's a genuinely unique spot where history and trail riding meet.

The primary offering here is guided horseback riding through the Heritage Park grounds and surrounding trails, giving riders a scenic look at the landscape that early settlers crossed coming into the Salt Lake Valley. Rides are typically guided, making them accessible to beginners and first-timers who've never been in a saddle. The park setting also means you're getting a dual experience, riding horses while exploring one of Utah's most storied outdoor spaces. Group rides are available, making this a solid pick for families or school outings.

This facility serves visitors and locals throughout Salt Lake City, with easy access from the east bench neighborhoods and I-80. It's also a natural stop for tourists staying near Temple Square or the University of Utah area, just a short drive east.