Upcoming Events

Moab Parent Retreat- Lottery is closed

A weekend for parents and caregivers of autistic individuals to step outside daily routines and connect in nature. Join us in Moab for guided rafting, hiking excursions, restorative meditation and yoga, friendly conversations, practical resources, and unhurried time to breathe under open skies.

Because we have limited spots and a lot of interest for this event, we plan to do a lottery registration. This decreases the stress involved in signing up and makes the process more equitable to everyone. If you are selected, you will receive an email from us. Thanks!

Family Hike: Rocky Mouth Falls Hike

Join us for a morning surrounded by Utah’s stunning scenery! Tucked into a Sandy neighborhood this is a great hike for the kids with a fun waterfall at the end! This easy, guided trail offers plenty of breaks, clear expectations, and space for kids and adults to explore at their own pace. ⛰️

We’ll connect with nature, share simple tools for enjoying outdoor activities with autistic children, and build community with other families who understand. 🌲

Please register your household so we can plan supports, volunteers, and supplies for everyone’s comfort.

Run for Autism: Runtastic Heber

Runtastic Heber is a community fun run/walk event designed to bring people together through movement, connection, and inclusion. Set in the beautiful Heber Valley, the event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities for a fun and uplifting day outdoors.

They chose us as the community partner!

Participants can choose from several distances, including a half marathon, 5K, and a family-friendly 1/2 mile run/walk, making it easy for everyone to join in — whether you’re an experienced runner, casual walker, or participating as a family.

Sign up here and make sure to join our Autism Outdoors Utah running crew!

Autism Dads Hiking Group

Join Damon for our first-ever Autism Dads Outdoors Hiking Group.

We are unofficially calling it Dads and Donuts because, well, we are hiking Donut Falls and we will have donuts at the trailhead.

This event is part of our pilot program to gauge interest in dad-specific autism parent groups and activities. If we have sufficient interest, we hope to turn this into a regular thing.

You must register to participate.

Flutie 5k for Autism

We’re excited to be part of the Flutie 5K for Autism in Salt Lake City!

Join us for a fun and meaningful event that brings our community together in support of autistic individuals and families. Whether you run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines, this is a great opportunity to connect, celebrate, and make a difference.

We would love to see our Autism Outdoors Utah community there!

Sign up here and make sure to join our Sage Canyon Autism Foundation Team.

End of Summer Lake Party

Celebrate the end of summer with us at Jordanelle. Our End of Summer Lake Day Party is a relaxed afternoon by the water: swimming, floating, a shared picnic, and good company with folks who get it. Bring your family, your beach gear, and a food item to pass around. All ages and abilities welcome.

Just $5 per family, plus the standard park entrance fee at the gate.

You must register and pay $5 per family to participate.

Willow Lake Parents Hike

Join Tarah and other Autism Outdoors Utah parents for a hike to Willow Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Late September means the aspens should be putting on a show, and the trail is a gentle climb through the trees to a peaceful little lake. We’ll keep a relaxed pace with plenty of time to chat (or not; comfortable silence counts as connection too). Registration is free, but spots help us plan. Grab yours below; we’d love to see you on the trail. 🥾

You must register to participate.