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8 iPhone apps every Salt Lake local should have

If you’re savvy with your smartphone, you probably have a bunch of apps installed to help guide you through life. Say, are you reading this post on your smartphone? If so, today is your lucky day!

The best iPhone apps give you access to information that would otherwise take you longer to find using a desktop computer, or even (gasp) a phone book.

These local iPhone apps will help you feel more connected to your community, and let you experience all that the great state of Utah has to offer. From snow reports, to mass transit, these apps have got you covered!

 

1. Ski Utah Snow Report

There are many iPhone apps to find out about the weather, but the Ski Utah Snow Report app gives you much more than weather. This free app gives you trail maps, events that are happening, deals and discounts, and live Utah weather web cams from all 14 of Utah’s ski resorts.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ski-utah-snow-report/id338725687?mt=8

 

2. BookMyne

Want to find out if your local library has that book you want? This app will let you search the library’s catalog, download books, see what your friends are reading, find your closest library and manage your account

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bookmyne/id350625461?mt=8

 

3. GPS Ski Map

The GPS Ski Map app really taps into the full potential of an iPhone. It tracks your runs and can give you detailed information about ski vertical, lifts and trails. A must have for all you hardcore shredders out there.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gps-on-ski-map-by-maprika/id404686699?mt=8

 

4. GeoQuest Zion

Even if you’ve been to Zion National Park before, this app is worth $5. The trail guide will give you valuable information about how long a hike will take, along with the difficulty level and ascent. This personal guide also had beautiful photos to look at and will enhance your experience all around.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/geoquest-zion-national-park/id312743122?mt=8

5. Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz app lets you chat with other fans, watch YouTube videos and help you stay current on game scores, schedules, interviews and press conferences.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/utah-jazz-official-app-jazz/id716118894?mt=8

 

6. Major League Soccer App

Keep up to date with videos, articles, photos and game highlights with this handy app.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mls-matchday-2011/id397303467

 

7. CrimeReports

Get real-time crime and sex offender information at the neighborhood level from CrimeReports.com. Search the national crime map for information, and sort by address, incident type or a date range. Information comes from participating law enforcement agencies.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/crimereports/id343636598?mt=8#

 

8. Utah State Parks & Recreation Guide

Search for state parks within Utah by name, type or on a web-enabled map. You can also see points of interest, an offline map, photos, addresses and phone numbers for more information.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/utah-state-parks-recreation/id579004238?mt=8