Ephraim, Utah travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Ephraim is in Central Utah. In the spring of 1854, some residents of Manti went north to Cottonwood Creek and were later joined by settlers uprooted from Allred's settlement (Spring City) and recent immigrants from Denmark.

The settlers hauled rocks and constructed a fort approximately a square block in size. This was the start of the town of Ephraim, getting its name from one of the tribes of Israel mentioned in the Old Testament. The security of the fort drew a diverse group of settlers to the area, Danes, Swedes, and Norwegians. The Black Hawk Indian War was most destructive and the longest pioneer-Indian conflict in Utah History. Even through constant difficulties Ephraim managed to survive.

2 sights · 2 things to do · 5 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Ephraim

Snow College

Recitals, concerts, athletic events.

Ephraim Co-op and Granary

These buildings were constructed of Oolite stone and built between 1871 and 1874.

Granary Arts

The Arapeen ATV Trail System

350-mile Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 93°F; winter lows dip to about 16°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Cold months (Jan, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Little Sahara Recreation Area)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
PVU Provo Municipal Airport, Provo — 60 mi away. Directions
SLC Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City — 101 mi away (major hub). Directions

Ephraim is approximately 1.5 hours from Salt Lake City. To get to Ephraim from the north, take I-15 Exit 225 at Nephi and go East on Highway 132 up the canyon. At the junction with Highway 89 head south.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Snow College, Ephraim Co-op and Granary
Lunch Roy's Pizza
Afternoon Granary Arts, The Arapeen ATV Trail System
Dinner Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder