Parks & Nature

From Millcreek Canyon to Mount Olympus to Neff’s Canyon and beyond, this neighborhood has endless mountains to explore and trails to ride. Several shuttle companies can take you (and your bike) from Millcreek to the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon to reach Wasatch Crest Trail. From there, you can bike all the way down into Millcreek Canyon or down through Big Cottonwood Canyon to Desolation Lake. You can even take an early morning shuttle to squeeze in a ride before work! Tanner Dog Park, part of Parley’s Nature Park, is a favorite in the valley for dog lovers.

Arts & Culture

The local Chamber puts on community events throughout the year including Fourth of July celebrations and a holiday tree lighting ceremony. The Millcreek Arts Council also holds events such as the Millcreek Cycling Festival, the Millcreek Summer Jam Concert Series, and the Millcreek Arts Festival.

Schools

The public schools in Millcreek are part of the Granite School District, which has several high-performing schools in the community, including Skyline High School, Wasatch, and Churchill Junior High. Oakwood, Eastwood, Upland Terrace, and Morningside and are all excellent elementary schools.

Canyon Rim Academy is a sought after public charter school.

The Elizabeth Academy Montessori, a private Montessori school, is located here and offers a full Montessori curriculum from infancy to high school. The Reid School is a private school (pre-K-9).

Jean Massieu School of the Deaf draws students from all across the Salt Lake Valley and is located on 3300 South.

Shopping

For a residential neighborhood, Millcreek has a great selection of shops. Canyon Rim Shopping Center, located right off the freeway at 3300 South, has the local REI, grocery store, and Utah-owned businesses. The Olympus Hills Shopping Center also has a few stores where you can grab groceries and outdoor gear. One of the most popular garden centers in the city is the local Millcreek Gardens; even if you don’t have a green thumb, it’s a beautiful place for a stroll.

Dining

It’s not a trip to the neighborhood without a stop at Nielson’s Frozen Custard. Situated at the corner of Highland Drive and 3900 South, this long-standing custard shop is locally famous for its flavors and toppings. Another can’t-miss dining experience can be had at the Log Haven Restaurant on Millcreek Canyon Road, a fine-dining hot spot hidden away in a canyon setting.

Getting Around

Overall, the Millcreek neighborhood is walkable and bikeable. There are also bike lanes from Mount Olympus to Canyon Rim that will take you over the freeway if you’re commuting. The nearby freeway access is also very convenient.