Park City

Although it may be difficult to believe now, Utah was once a part of the Wild West. The mountain ranges were frequented by prospectors, trappers, and mountain men who hunted in our valleys. Living was undoubtedly simpler because there weren't as many of the upscale amenities found on the East Coast. Park City may be the epitome of a Western town in Utah, even though there are many towns in the state that reflect the early days of the Utah territory. In 1869, Park City was established. The Ontario Mine began producing silver in large quantities in 1872.

These hills once produced tons of silver, but the area is now dotted with condominiums. 23 millionaires were made from the roughly $400 million in silver that came from Park City mines. Park City's Main Street still exudes vintage charm. The National Register of Historic Places lists 64 buildings in Park City. In Old Town, every structure has a tale to tell. A few of the old, claustrophobic prospector homes are still inhabited today. Many towns demolish their historic structures and erect sleek, contemporary ones in their place. Even as it provides both locals and visitors with cutting-edge amenities, Park City works to preserve history. There are artifacts from the town's mining, skiing, and outlaw history on display at the Park City Museum and Territorial Jail. Even new construction maintains the Old West aesthetic that makes Park City unique because of the city's strict building regulations.