The
Homestead Crater began forming about 10,000 years
ago. Deep in the earth's interior water from the
Wasatch range is heated. Over thousands of years
this heated mineral water has percolated back to the
surface creating the 55-foot tall beehive shaped
dome. Inside this hollow dome is a 65 foot deep
nature pool that is filled from the many springs
bubbling up from the bottom. These springs flow at a
rate of 90 gallons per minute. Visitors can go
swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling or enjoy a
therapeutic soak. The water temperature is a
comfortable 90 to 95 degrees year round.
Before you enter the Crater be sure to take the time to climb the 78
steps to the top of the dome. Once at the top you will be 55 feet above
the water surface providing a aerial view of the pool and the
surrounding Homestead Property. Free tours are available for those that
just want to view this unique natural wonder. If you plan on taking a
soak be sure to call ahead as reservations are required.
From downtown Salt
Lake City, take I-80 East approximately 32 miles to
US Highway 40 (Heber Exit 146). Travel South
approximately 14 miles to the Midway and Wasatch
Mountain State Park turnoff. Turn right at the stop
light onto River Road and follow the road
approximately 2.5 miles to the round-about. Take the
first right turn onto Burgi Lane (1050 North).
Follow the green directional signs approximately 2.1
miles to the Homestead entrance.
From Provo, take
University Avenue North about 6.9 miles (it changes
into Provo Canyon Road ). Take Provo Canyon Road (it
changes into US-189) about 16 miles. Turn left onto
Charleston Road (Highway 113) and go 4 miles to
Midway. Turn West or left onto Main Street turn
right at the stop sign onto 200 West .2 miles follow
the green directional signs for approximately 1.1
miles. The road will turn into Homestead Drive at
the top of the hill continue to follow for
approximately 1 mile to the Homestead entrance.
Contact information:
Homestead Resort
700 North Homestead Drive
Midway, UT 84049
Phone: 1.435.654.1102
Toll-Free: 1.888.327.7220
