
The discovery of incredibly lucrative silver ore brought George Hearst, the father of William Randolph Hearst, to Park City. The completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1870 brought hopeful miners in droves to Utah, with their eyes set on becoming rich overnight. Park City was discovered in 1868, when soldiers stationed in Salt Lake City, traversed the mountain from Big Cottonwood Canyon to find silver. Long before Park City became a world renowned mountain resort and venue for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, it was famous as a silver mining town and is very proud of its lively and colourful past. You can try your hand at the bobsled ride, tour the town in a hot air balloon or simply kick back and enjoy a drink overlooking the Historic Main Street and relax and rejuvenate at one of the many world-class spas located throughout the town. It is a world renowned resort for both summer and winter activities, filled with exceptional food and activities outside of skiing that will take your breath away. So after your flight touches down, you can be on the slope the very same day.

Once you land, you can go from concourse to the slopes in 40 minutes by bus, taxi or car. cities into Salt Lake City International airport, it’s easy to get to Park City from just about anywhere. Park City in Utah can be found just 35 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport.
