Salt Lake Valley

Holladay

Holladay is an upscale city tucked against the Wasatch Mountains in Salt Lake County. Known for larger lots, mature trees, good schools, and proximity to Big Cottonwood Canyon. It's where families settle when they want space and mountain access.

Quick Facts

• Population — About 31,000
• Incorporated — 1999
• Area — 7.7 square miles
• Elevation — 4,400 - 5,600 feet
• Named After — John Holladay, early Mormon settler and rancher
• Notable — Home to Cottonwood Heights border and Big Cottonwood Canyon access

Big Cottonwood Canyon

The canyon is Holladay's backyard. Brighton and Solitude ski resorts are 30 minutes up the road. Summer brings hiking to alpine lakes and wildflower meadows.

• Brighton — Night skiing, terrain parks, local favorite
• Solitude — Quieter, more family-oriented, great snow
• Lake Blanche — Classic 6-mile hike to a stunning alpine lake
• Donut Falls — Easy family hike to a waterfall through a rock hole
• Silver Lake — Boardwalk loop at Brighton, wheelchair accessible

The Village at Holladay

Holladay's answer to a downtown. A walkable area around 4500 South and 2300 East with shops, restaurants, and the farmers market in summer.

• Whole Foods — The anchor store
• Caputo's Market — Italian deli and specialty foods
• Sushi Burrito — Exactly what it sounds like
• Holladay Farmers Market — Sundays, June through October

Food & Drink

• Tiburon — Fine dining, upscale American
• Fratelli Ristorante — Italian, been there forever
• The Cotton Bottom Inn — Dive bar with legendary garlic burgers
• Este Pizza — Neapolitan pizza, popular with families
• La Caille — Over-the-top French chateau, special occasions only

The Vibe

Holladay is established money and growing families. Bigger homes, better schools (Olympus High, Skyline), and a slower pace than Salt Lake proper. People here prioritize skiing in winter, hiking in summer, and space for kids to run around. It's suburban in the best sense—quiet but not boring.