First Encampment Park Celebration

1st Encampment Park Celebration: July 18!

7:00 AM: Hike from Donner Park to First Encampment Park Begins!

Walk in the footsteps of the 1847 pioneers in a festive commemorative hike that follows Emigration Creek through beautiful Salt Lake City neighborhoods. The hike begins at Donner Park, east of Hogle Zoo, and ends at First Encampment Park (1700 South and 500 East), near the site where the pioneers camped in the Salt Lake Valley on July 22, 1847. The hike is five miles long. Please arrange your transportation accordingly. Families are encouraged to participate, but no unaccompanied children can be accommodated. Wagons and strollers for children are welcome. No bicycles, skateboards or scooters are allowed, except as reasonably necessary to facilitate disability access. To add to the festivities, participants are welcome to bring an American flag, wear a name tag or dress up to honor a pioneer. Bring your own water.

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Breakfast is served!

Breakfast is served on the lawn at 1713 South 500 East.

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM – Park activites

Join us for stories of the pioneers and more! Music, games, and booths.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Sidewalk Tour of Pioneer Homes

Embark on a self-guided tour of pioneer homes in the neighborhood. The Wilford Woodruff Farmhouse at 1604 South 500 East will be open during this time.

7:15 PM, July 17 and 18 – Historic Pioneer Play

“I Went on My Way Rejoicing” presents the life history of Wilford Woodruff, one of the early pioneers. Performed outside at the Wilford Woodruff Farmhouse (1604 South 500 East).
Play is free, but reservation are required. Call 801.474.1863 for availability.

Parking is available at the following locations:
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1623 S 500 E
Centenary Methodist Church, 1740 S 500 E