The eight families competing in this year’s Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute’s My Heart Challenge are looking for ideas, too. Check out these local activities the whole family can enjoy this summer. 

Hikes

Hiking is not only a great way to exercise, but can help you build relationships with family members. Spending a couple hours together each week as a family can help improve your relationships. Plus, getting the kids off of their technology isn’t a bad thing either.

Hikes we recommend:

• Battle Creek Falls
• Grotto Falls
• Timpanogos Falls

Check out more Health Hikes throughout Utah.

Biking

Much like hiking, family bike rides can not only be good for your health, but good for your relationships. Learn how to ride a tandem bike together or simply enjoy the great outdoors together on separate bikes. 

Biking trails we recommend:

• Logan River Trail
• Hobble Creek
• Murdock Canal Trail
• Jordan River Parkway

Museums

Visiting museums can be a fun way to introduce your kids to art and culture. Utah has some interesting museums that the kids will love and you’ll enjoy too without having to dig into your pockets.

Museum you may want to check out:

• Life Science Museum
• Museum of Paleontology
• Utah Museum of Contemporary Art
• Springville Museum of Art
• Alice Gallery

Libraries

Although a library may not sound like an enjoyable place to take children on an outing, many libraries are now home to much more than dusty books. Many host community events, small galleries and even self-guided tours. University libraries in your community may also host family nights.

Libraries we recommend:

• Salt Lake City Public Library System
• Salt Lake County Public Library System
• J. Willard Marriott Library
• Harold B. Lee Library