The Salomon Center

As though Utah wasn't enough of an outdoor state, the Salomon Center provides simulated outdoor experiences for those unable to brave the real elements, especially when conditions aren't ideal for outdoor activities.

In addition to typical activities like bowling, arcade games, billiards, miniature golf and bumper cars, the Salomon Center features wild adventures that most Utahns wouldn't try otherwise, including the largest indoor climbing wall in Utah, Flowrider--an indoor surfing experience, and even a vertical wind tunnel where you can feel like you're skydiving without having to worry whether or not your chute will open.

And that's all just on the first floor. Take the stairs up to the second and you'll find a Gold's Gym with a running track, a weight room, a swimming pool, a sauna and a basketball court (to name a few features). Once you're done working off that last meal, there are two restaurants to refill at: the Pizza Factory and Costa Vida.


Finally, the mezzanine is home to a dance academy, an indoor track and both physical and massage therapy locations.
My first impression of this place was that it was a cop-out for "real" people who like to do "real" things, but as it turns out it's intensely cool. Being less of a risk-taker myself, the Salomon Center is a great place, even if just to ease me into trying out the activities in "real" life.