Red Butte Garden is far and away my favorite place...

Red Butte Garden is far and away my favorite place in the more "civilized" part of the Wasatch--maybe because it's a lovely balance and counter-balance of the "gardens" of the foothills and the intentional spaces and plants of the Garden. I love Red Butte year-round. I wouldn't say it's serene. There are usually at least a few curious children (other than my own) bounding about. There is, however a sense of calm that pervades at Red Butte.

It's also a wonderful place to see a show. The natural amphitheater acoustics and the sound technology mix for great sound. And the views are fantastic.