Do you ever wish you could find a quiet, enchanting place to immerse yourself in nature…without taking a long drive up a canyon? Red Butte Garden is simply beautiful during all four seasons of the year. It’s an under-appreciated spot – especially during winter months – but one where you can stroll through gorgeous gardens, sit on a bench and just…be. During the rush of the holiday season, consider visiting this special place.

The view from Red Butte Garden on a clear, winter day is unbeatable.

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Take a stroll through the garden with friends…

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Or enjoy some solitude.

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Some paths look like a winter wonderland in the snow.

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Water at the garden looks cold and frosty…

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…but the gurgling sound of the creek in the crisp winter air is soothing.

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Bundle up, then find a quiet bench to sit and relax.

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The foliage at Red Butte in the winter takes on new dimensions when covered with a dusting of snow.

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Make sure to bring your camera when you visit.

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Join Red Butte on December 3rd and 4th for the Holiday Open House and Art Fair.

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Red Butte Garden/Facebook Garden admission is free both days! Shop for gifts created by local artists and craftspeople. The Holiday Open House runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days.

Red Butte Garden celebrates Winter Solstice on December 17th.

Red Butte Garden/Facebook The celebration takes place from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Wander the garden, make a wish a the yule log, have your face painted and enjoy a hot drink.

The garden is much less crowded during winter months. You’ll enjoy the peaceful, quiet surroundings of this enchanting place. Red Butte Garden’s winter hours are from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. During the months of December, January and February, admission to the garden is half price!

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Garden admission is free both days! Shop for gifts created by local artists and craftspeople. The Holiday Open House runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days.

The celebration takes place from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Wander the garden, make a wish a the yule log, have your face painted and enjoy a hot drink.

If you’re looking for more places to get away from the hustle and bustle of the holidays, take a look at this remote, breathtaking Utah place.

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