Park City Old Town
Ghost to Sundance
State: Utah
County: Summit County
Founded: 1869
Abandoned: 1950s
Peak Population: 10,000
Park City nearly died when silver collapsed. Skiing saved it in the 1960s. Now it hosts the Sundance Film Festival and has one of America's great comeback stories.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Full day
Quick Facts
- Nearly died completely
- Skiing saved it
- Sundance Film Festival
Location
Address: Park City, Utah
Coordinates: 40.6461, -111.498