Rodeo Season in Tooele County: Bulls, Broncs & Small-Town Nights
If you want a genuine taste of small-town Utah in the summer, a Tooele County rodeo is hard to beat — and the county's biggest ones all happen a short drive from Rush Valley.
What's On the Calendar
- Tooele Bit n' Spur Rodeo — billed as Utah's oldest and Tooele County's largest rodeo, held at the Deseret Peak Complex in Grantsville around the Fourth of July, with bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, team roping, and fireworks on the 4th.
- Tooele County Fair's Broncs and Bulls Rodeo — part of the county fair's Heritage Days celebration in late July/early August, also at Deseret Peak Complex.
- Grantsville's Memorial Day Rodeo — a revived local tradition held over Memorial Day weekend.
Exact dates shift year to year, so check current listings before you plan a trip around one.
Tips for Attending
- Deseret Peak Complex in Grantsville is the venue for nearly all of these — plan on that as your destination regardless of which event you're catching.
- Rodeo weekends draw crowds from across the county; arrive early for parking and good seats.
- Evenings cool off fast in the high desert even after a hot afternoon — bring a layer.
- Pair a rodeo trip with the rest of what Grantsville has to offer, since you'll already be in town.
How Far Is It From Clover Creek Guest House
About 30 miles from Rush Valley — roughly a 45-minute drive to the Deseret Peak Complex in Grantsville.
Why Stay at Clover Creek
Rodeo weekends fill up nearby motels fast. Clover Creek Guest House gives you a quieter, more spacious alternative 45 minutes away in Rush Valley — plenty of room for the family after a night of bulls and broncs, and a peaceful place to sleep before you head home.
Check availability for rodeo season, or see our FAQ for more on planning your stay.