Summer Hiking at Deer Valley Resort: Trails, Lifts and Practical Info

Deer Valley Resort, in Park City, Utah, is a ski resort. In summer it also runs hiking trails: according to the resort's April 23, 2026 announcement, the 2026 summer season was to run from June 19 to September 20, 2026. Here is what to know before planning a hike.

Getting to the trails: on foot or by chairlift

The resort offers two ways to reach its hiking-only trails. The Silver Lake Express chairlift runs from the base to Silver Lake Village at mid-mountain, with hiking-only trails. The Sterling Express chairlift, at mid-mountain, goes to the top of Bald Mountain, which has more hiking-only trails. Hikers who walk up the mountain get a complimentary chairlift ride down.

To ride up, the resort sells two summer tickets: the Snow Park to Silver Lake round-trip scenic ticket, and the Summit Ticket, which gives access to the top of Bald Mountain and unlimited use of the Silver Lake Express and Sterling Express lifts. Children 12 and under ride free, one per paying adult scenic ticket.

The hiking-only trails

The resort's 2026 summer trail map marks these trails as "Hike Only": Wasatch Overlook Hiking Trail, Silver Lake Hiking Trail, Ontario Canyon Hiking Trail, New York State of Mine Hiking Trail, Bald Eagle Hiking Trail and Bald Eagle Loop Hiking Trail. The map places Snow Park Lodge at 7,200 ft, Silver Lake Lodge at 8,100 ft and Bald Mountain at 9,400 ft.

The resort recommends good hiking shoes. According to its Safety & Conduct page, multi-use trails remain open and free to the public, but hiking is not permitted on the downhill mountain bike flow trails. Stay on designated trails, do not cut switchbacks, and protect the wildflowers, which have a short growing season.

Dogs

According to the resort's FAQ, only trained service dogs and leashed dogs on designated hiking trails are allowed in summer, and other pets should stay home. Owners must clean up after their dogs and avoid areas known for wildlife encounters. Dogs are not allowed on the guided historical hikes.

Parking

The resort recommends starting the day at Snow Park Lodge. Paid parking at Silver Lake Village is "very limited," and public parking is not allowed at Empire Canyon Lodge.

Guided hikes

In 2026 the resort offered private guided hikes (US$105 per hour for up to five people, two-hour minimum, reservations required, meeting at Snow Park Plaza) and guided historical hikes on the area's mining history. The historical hikes took three to four hours, on terrain described as moderately strenuous, typically under six miles, with groups limited to 20 and a minimum of US$10 per person going to a local nonprofit.

Water, wildlife and weather

Drinking water is available at Snow Park and Silver Lake Lodge; the resort says not to drink from streams. It asks hikers to watch for falling limbs and trees, especially in wind. If you meet a moose, do not approach or feed it, and do not run: keep your distance and back off slowly if it shows aggression. If a storm approaches, the resort advises seeking shelter and avoiding ridge tops, lift terminals and towers, power lines and the tallest tree nearby.

In winter

In winter, Deer Valley Resort is a ski area. According to its November 5, 2026 announcement, the resort is slated to open to the public on December 5, 2026, conditions permitting, and its new Hail Peak Express chairlift will add 200 skiable acres and 7 new runs this winter season. The resort's FAQ says Deer Valley is a ski-only resort and that snowboards and carving boards are restricted from use; it adds that White Pine Touring operates a Nordic ski center in Park City. It also asks guests to leave pets and comfort animals at home: only trained service dogs, or leashed dogs on designated hiking trails in summer, are allowed. The resort's winter page links to weather, trail and lift status and to live web cams of Snow Park, Silver Lake and Empire Canyon.