Lodestone Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
2-4 hours
Best Ages
All ages
About
Lodestone Regional Park in Kearns, Utah is one of the standout parks in the entire Salt Lake Valley. With nearly 2,000 reviews and a 4.7-star rating, this Salt Lake County park has clearly earned its reputation as one of the best free family destinations in the region.
The park is massive by neighborhood park standards — it features expansive sports fields, multiple playgrounds for different age groups, a seasonal splash pad, picnic pavilions, and wide paved paths that make it excellent for bikes and strollers. The scale means you can genuinely spend 3-4 hours here without anyone getting bored, which is more than most parks can offer.
The seasonal splash pad is a highlight and widely considered one of the better ones in Salt Lake County. Kids run through water jets and interactive features for extended periods — pack swimwear and a towel from late spring through summer. Check the county website for exact season dates.
Located in Kearns, the park sits near the Kearns Olympic Oval (home of the 2002 Winter Olympics speed skating) — a fun side note for sports-curious kids. The area is about 15-20 minutes west of downtown SLC.
Everything at Lodestone is free. The county maintains it exceptionally well. Open from 6AM to 11PM daily. For families looking for a free, full-day outdoor destination in the Salt Lake Valley, Lodestone Regional Park is among the best options available.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekend mornings or weekday afternoons
Wait Times
No wait — open park
Nearby Food
Kearns has several restaurants and fast food options on 5600 West and Redwood Road. The park itself has no vendors — pack your own food for best value.
Why Kids Love It
Lodestone Park in Kearns is one of the biggest regional parks in the Salt Lake Valley, and kids love it for the sheer scale of it — expansive sports fields, excellent playgrounds, a large splash pad (seasonal), and wide open spaces that feel endless. The park can genuinely accommodate a full day's worth of activity without kids running out of things to do. The mountain backdrop makes it one of the most scenic parks in the county.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Lodestone has one of the better splash pads in Salt Lake County — bring swimwear in summer
- The park has reservable pavilions for group events — check saltlakecounty.gov
- Multiple sports fields including soccer, baseball, and basketball
- Restrooms available on-site
- Located in Kearns — about 15-20 minutes from downtown SLC near the Kearns Olympic Oval
What to Bring
- Full picnic setup — tables and pavilions available
- Swimwear for splash pad (seasonal)
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sports equipment for fields
- Bikes (paths available)
Cost Info
Free Admission
Admission Prices
- Family
- free
Tips to Save
- Completely free.
- Lodestone is Salt Lake County's largest regional park — full picnic setup recommended for a half or full day visit.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 6AM-11PM
- Monday
- 6AM-11PM
- Sunday
- 6AM-11PM
- Tuesday
- 6AM-11PM
- Saturday
- 6AM-11PM
- Thursday
- 6AM-11PM
- Wednesday
- 6AM-11PM