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Selecting the right place to call home is no simple matter

 

Let's take a quick look into what makes each of these Utah County Cities unique.

Together we'll find the perfect place for you to call home.

Alpine

Alpine City is located in the northern part of Utah County just at the base of the Wasatch mountain range. Alpine was established in 1850 and it is home to mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. There are a number of mountain biking trails around the city that attract bikers from all over the state. There are also many trails and paths well suited for back-trail hiking along the mountains. It has many neighborhood parks, green ways. Alpine City boasts a small town atmosphere with many amenities of larger cities.

Recreation:

  • Lambert Park with miles and miles of Bike Trail and motorized trails.

  • Hiking and camping in adjacent National Forest.

  • Pro Rodeo grounds the rodeo grounds provide family entertainment, recreation, inspiration, and learning in harmony with Alpine’s pioneer and Old West heritage and small town values.The vision includes preserving the natural look and feel of the rodeo grounds whenever possible, as well as an unobstructed view of the sweeping mountain panorama of the Wasatch Front.

 

 

Eagle Mountain
"City of the Future, Values of the Past"

Eagle Mountain residents enjoy quiet, safe neighborhoods with plenty of open space where families can play and spend time together. The city’s master plan includes more than 30 miles of jogging, biking, and horse trails, connecting Eagle Mountain’s residential developments. The area is home to a number of natural landmarks, including a site along the original Pony Express trail and 1,800-year-old rock art petroglyphs carved by ancient Fremont Indians.

Recreation:

  • Silver Lake Amphitheater is an outdoor concert venue with general admission lawn seating that holds a capacity of 6,000 people.

  • The city currently has 42 parks including one skate park. In 2009 Eagle Mountain opened the Mountain Ranch Bike Park. This park is the first of its kind on the Wasatch Front. It features a jump line, two slope style tracks, a single track network, and a skills area with a pump track and wood features.

  • Pony Express Days

 

 

Lehi
"Pioneers, past & present"

Lehi City boasts a high quality of life, a quiet and rural atmosphere, and an excellent central location midway between the Provo/Orem and Salt Lake City metro areas. There is a good access to I-15 for both north and south travel. Provo/Orem is located approximately 20 -25 minutes by car via I-15. There will also be a new Pioneer Expressway from I-15 to Redwood rd, about 300 north, that has been completed, saving a lot of travel time.

Recreation:

  • The Legacy Center is a recreation facility with a number of activities for the whole family to enjoy. This 108,000 square feet of recreation space is ideal for staying fit and active in the community. There are 3 full-sized gymnasiums, a well-equipped weight-room, a cardio room, an indoor track, and much more. Swim laps, play in the lazy river, and race down the waterside in the aquatics center!

  • Thanksgiving Point Golf course and the entertainment.

  • The Lehi Roundup is that last full week of June.

 

 

Payson

Payson City is located in the southern part of Utah Valley at the base of the Wasatch Mountains. Payson is known as both an agricultural and residential community and has some of the best views of Utah Valley and Utah Lake. Payson City is a wonderful place to live, work and play. Payson is the entrance to the Nebo Scenic Byway.

Recreation:

  • Gladstone Golf Course

  • Camping, Fishing and Hiking at Payson Lakes

  • Nebo National Forest

 

 

Saratoga Springs
"Life’s Just Better Here"

With their city motto stating that “Life’s Just Better Here,” Saratoga Springs has more than one reason why. 

From its prime location between Provo and Salt Lake City, giving the city a small-town feel with big-city attractions near by, to their crystal clear air quality and lakeshore living. Saratoga Springs promises a quiet and rural atmosphere without having to sacrifice leisure and recreation. From hiking and mountain biking to boating and jet skiing, Saratoga Springs trusts in these adrenaline-pumping activities to bring the community together. With these qualities Saratoga Springs boasts a high quality of life combined with beautiful lake shore living and superb views.

Come Live where you Play

Recreation:

  • The City offers outstanding lake access for skiers and boater with an 8-acre public City Marina.

  • There is hiking and camping in the foothills.

  • An 18-hole golf course along the lakeside (opened in the spring of 2004).

  • There are office and retail areas planned in and around the view available from the foothills and within close proximity of the golf course.

  • This town is dedicated to making the lives of its residents better though encouraging the community to stay healthy, as well as getting children and families into the library. The Saratoga Springs Library has over 6,000 library cardholders and is a central location for local activities and programs.

American Fork
"The Hub of North Utah County"

American Fork, in northern Utah County, is located fifteen miles northwest of provo and thirty miles south of Salt Lake City. It is bordered by Utah Lake on the south and by the Wasatch Mountains to the East.

The 1992 film The Sandlot was mostly filmed on the Wasatch Front. The carnival scene was filmed in American Fork on State Street by Robinson Park.

Several scenes from the 1984 movie Footloose were also filmed in American Fork, including the opening scene inside the church, the front porch scene with Kevin Bacon and his family, and the gas station scene in which Bacon refuels his Volkswagen.

American Fork is often referred to by locals as: "A.F."

Recreation:

  • Recreation and leisure needs are met by a fitness center, year-round recreation programs and the popular Fox Hollow Golf Course.

  • A state-of-the-art new skate park was completed in 2006. With only 35 percent of the population older than thirty-five years, American Fork is also home to many young families.

  • For a true celebration, come to American Fork during Steel Days. Parades, cooking contests, dances and golf tournaments are just some of the events held during the celebration each summer.

  • Recreational and camping opportunities abound, from the American Fork Boat Harbor at Utah Lake to Timpanogos Cave National Monument and the Alpine Scenic Loop, located in beautiful American Fork Canyon.

  • The city’s central location puts it within a half day’s drive of Utah’s fifteen spectacular national parks, monuments, and recreation areas.

Highland

Highland is a community that is accessible to Salt Lake CIty and Provo, and is a hub and home for many who commute to work. It has attracted many outstanding citizens, is surrounded by beautiful mountains, and has immediate access to the American Fork Canyon. Highland is a wonderful family oriented community.

Recreation:

  • North County Equestrian Park is designed to meet the needs of horseback riders. Horseback Riding Arena, Rodeo Grounds and Pavilion.

  • We have Highland City trail (Bonneville Shoreline Trail) for biking or walking or running. Highland Glenn Park and Hidden Pond.

  • We have easy access to American Fork Canyon for hiking and camping.

  • The gateway to the Timpanogos Cave National Monument is located in Highland with the Visitors Center just a few miles up American Fork Canyon. The monument is made up of three caverns reached via a 1.5-mile hike from the parking lot in the canyon. Tours through the cave are available.

  • We also have access to the Cedar Hills Golf Course.

  • Highland City Library

 

 

Orem
"Family City USA"

The City of Orem was organized in 1919 and named after Walter C. Orem, President of the Salt Lake and Utah Railroad. Orem is now the commercial and technological center for many computer related projects. Orem is also popular for its Summerfest celebration and parade which take place in June, also the Storytelling Festival.

Orem uses the moniker "Family City USA". In fact, in 2010 Forbes rated it the 5th best place to raise a family.

Recreation:

  • The Orem Owlz, a minot league baseball team play their home games at the Utah Valley University..

  • The Utah Flash, a basketball team and the Utah Valley Thunder, indoor football team play at the Mckay events Center.

  • Orem City is at the base of Mt Timpanogos Which host camping, hiking, hunting, and mountain bike riding etc.

  • Orem City boasts the most parks of any city in the state of Utah. THe scera park has a public pool, concerts and plays at the Scera Shell.

  • Great golf course: Sleepy Ridge and Cascade.

 

 

Provo
"Welcome Home"

Provo is the third-largest city in Utah, located about 43 miles south of Salt Lake City along the Wasatch Front.

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live with recreational opportunities. With access to trails, rivers, mountains, lakes, several independent restaurants, bike lanes, green space, vibrant music scene, and amazing community events. Provo is home to Brigham Young University, widely known as BYU.

*In 2009, Provo was listed in Where to Retire magazine as an "enticing city for new careers."

*Provo was also listed in National Geographic Adventure magazine's "where to live and play" as a cultural hub.

*In 2010, Forbes rated Provo one of the top 10 places to raise a family.

*Additionally, in 2013, Forbes ranked Provo the No. 2 city on its list of Best Places for Business and Careers. On April 17, 2013, Provo announced that it would be the second metropolitan area in the United States to have Google Fiber, by purchasing an existing city-owned fiberoptic network.

Recreation:

  • Covey Center for the arts offers year-round events.

  • Provo City has 55 parks within city limits, 33 of those accepts reservations for events.

  • Trails: Equestrian trailhead, Bonneville shoreline, Carterville road trail, Cinnamon ridge trail, and Lovers lane.

  • 18-hole East Bay golf course

  • A step back in time with a cemetary founded in 1853

  • Shooting sports park

  • New Provo recreation center with indoor aquatic center, with slides, rock cliffs, water fall rock walls, lazy rivers, and more.

  • City events include: World culture tour, Halloween carnival, and Christmas market

 

Notable Cities- Outside of Utah County

Tooele - Tooele County
"Utah's Brightest Star"

Tooele City, a Utah community, is nested at the foothills of the Oqurich Mountains. It is located about 35 miles southwest of Salt Lake City. The city was formed in 1835 and enjoys a quiet small town atmosphere with quiet neighborhoods while maintaining the benefits of proximity to downtown Salt Lake City.

Recreation:

  • Oquirrh Hills Golf Course, established in 1949

  • Pratt Aquatic Center

  • Miller Motorsports Park

  • Camping and fishing in the Oquirrh Mountains up settlement canyon.

 

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