About Layton

The Davis County of Utah in U.S is home to the Layton city named after a Mormon colonizer called Christopher Layton. Formed in 1902, its population according to last census was 67,311. The city enjoys an average temperature of 68 degree F with chilly winters, hot summers, and a nice weather with 52% humidity to go with it. Layton has everything you could ask for from a smaller city in its vicinity. For more information, try looking through the Layton, UT Yellow Pages. All kinds of shopping facilities, recreational, and cultural spots as well as other places of tourist interests are scattered all around the area.

The city has quite a number of attractions that enhance its tourist importance. Layton Commons Park is spread over 47-acre with picnic pavilions, barbecue grill spots, playground, restrooms, cool grassy areas, a duck pond, an amphitheater, and the Heritage Museum that depicts the city's history. The Wild Kingdom Train Zoo is situated near the banks of a pond in Lagoon Amusement Park. The toy train takes visitors past exhibits, such as the Siberian tiger, zebras, Fallow Deer, and the kangaroos. In this Park is also located the Pioneer Village that has preserved all the olden day commercial establishments such as Print Shop, Baxter Shoe Shop and Repair, China Shop, Bakery, Post Office, Sperry Train Museum, Carriage Hall Museum, Mormon Furniture Exhibit, and serves as a living museum showcasing Utah's growth. For modern day commercial information, grab The Layton, UT Business Directory. At The Living Planet Aquarium the visitors get to touch star fish and sea urchins along with penguin encounters and a chance to explore a sunken ship.

HawkWatch International (HWI) spreads awareness about protecting hawks, eagles, and other birds of prey. The Rooster's Brewery treats you with an assortment of 26 unique beers. Surf 'N Swim in Layton with its open wave pool is an ideal place for water aerobics and swimming. The Capitol Building on a beautifully landscaped 40-acre park is a state symbol that houses the Senate, House of Representatives, and Supreme Court of Utah on its third floor. This is considered a fine example of Renaissance Revival style of architecture. The Kings Peak located at a higher altitude of 13,000 feat gives you a great city view along with cool fresh ambiance. The landmark of Great Salt Lake, also known as America's Dead Sea is a natural habitat of many species of birds.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan