A weekend getaway awaits in Heber Valley at The Crater at Homestead Resort. With so many experiences offered here, you can build an entire weekend without ever leaving the property. But perhaps its best attraction is the crater itself, a geothermal hot spring hidden inside a 55-foot-tall rock formation that’s been forming for more than 10,000 years.
Naturally heated to around 90–95 degrees, the mineral-rich water invites visitors to soak, float and slow down. Or, if you prefer more adventure, book a snorkeling or scuba session. With the limestone dome acting as natural insulation and the heating source coming from underground, this is one of the only places in the continental U.S. where you can dive in a spring year-round. You can book a day-use pass regardless of your experience. It’s the rare underwater adventure where you can float in warm geothermal water, feel completely relaxed and still walk away with envy-inducing photos.
Above ground, the historic Homestead Midway Utah offers comfortable lodging, dining, golf, pools and spa services. When you’re ready to venture out, Heber Valley offers easy access to hiking, fly-fishing, scenic drives and local dining set against a backdrop of alpine peaks. Make reservations and learn more at homesteadmidwayutah.com/adventures/crater. To plan your trip, visit gohebervalley.com.