Sandy Vacation Rentals

Sandy Travel Guide

Sandy, Utah is a beautiful urban city which has been developing and blooming rapidly in the past few decades. Sandy is located in northern Utah, close to the Idaho and Wyoming borders. It is also about 15 miles south of Salt Lake City which makes it a popular and busy area. In fact, many people commute to Salt Lake City for work. If you want to go on a holiday which is full of adventurous wilderness explorations in the mountains and state parks on the beaches of Utah Lake, then you could not choose a more perfect location than Sandy. Do not hesitate to visit this great city which has tons to offer for all kinds of travelers. Sandy also has a long history as it was once a very popular choice for settling. Many families moved here to take part in the silver mining which helped the city to bloom and develop fast.

Things to Do in Sandy

Sandy is a great place to spend a vacation if you love outdoor activities, parks, and recreational areas. Visit one or all of the many great parks and trails. Bells Canyon Trail is a good spot to visit all year around because it offers amazing trails for everyone, not just experienced hikers. The lush green forests and the hilly sides are simply breathtaking and everyone can enjoy a nice day here. There are also waterfalls around halfway through the trail, the first of which is smaller and quite lovely, and the second is even more gorgeous. If you keep going after the second waterfall you will find yourself in an alpine wonderland. Moreover, if you want to experience the valley from above, take the hiking trails to Mount Olympus where the trails are always a bit snowy but the view is even better from the top. Furthermore, if you love animals and are interested in sea life, visit Loveland Living Planet Aquarium which highlights the animal habitats of Utah and of course the seawater animals too. This is also an education site where visitors can learn more about the ecosystem. Additionally, if you want to spend a nice day at the beach, Utah Lake is only a few miles south of the city. Provo Bay is a very popular place to go on the lake, because the sandy beach is great for everyone, especially children. Plenty of other amazing activities await visitors so do not hesitate to visit beautiful Sandy.

Best Places to Stay in Sandy

The best areas to stay in Sandy are the Hillshire and Wildflower districts which are close to plenty of amenities, restaurants, cafes, and the regional park. Being close to the regional park is great if you want to do lots of outdoor activities. Vacation rentals are very popular in Sandy which makes it easy to find great vacation homes. Sandy is a great place to get a nice, big, comfy vacation home, but the list of rentals include small apartments in the city center or more remote vacation homes as well. Rental homes feature full kitchens, large living spaces, multiple bathrooms, and sometimes private pools. Make sure to browse through the thousands of vacation rental homes. You can easily find the most perfect home away from home, here at Sandy!

Best Time to Visit Sandy

The best time to visit Sandy is during the shoulder months of fall and spring when the temperature isn't too hot or too cold. The average temperature from May until October is 78 degrees, however, it can peak to 95 degrees in July. The winter months are very chilly, and sometimes even freezing cold with the average of 46 degrees. However, It can go down to 20 degrees in January and February.