Summary: Direct cremation in Summit County is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations — about 35 minutes from our Salt Lake City crematory. We serve every Summit County family with no travel surcharge and 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in the county. Call (801) 910-5317.
Summit County is best known for Park City and the Wasatch Back ski communities, with Coalville as the county seat in the Weber River drainage to the east. Park City sits about 35 minutes from our Salt Lake City crematory via I-80, well inside our 50-mile no-surcharge zone. Whether your loved one was at Park City Hospital, a local hospice, or at home in Kimball Junction, Oakley, Kamas, or Coalville, we provide 24-hour transport and the same flat $995 direct cremation pricing.
Summit County cremation pricing
Every Summit County family pays the same base price — no upsells, no hidden fees, no funeral-director pressure.
Direct Cremation
Plus applicable Utah sales tax.
Individuals over 200 lbs require a larger container at a higher price.
Same base price for every Summit County family. No distance surcharge anywhere in the county.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from anywhere in Summit County
- The cremation itself
- Return of cremated remains
Want a memorial or cemetery niche?
Our full General Price List shows every add-on, and the cremation packages page covers the cemetery niche option for families who want a permanent place of interment.
Cremation with cemetery niche — from $2150.
Summit County service facts
- County seat
- Coalville
- Largest city
- Park City
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~35 min from 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City
- Distance surcharge
- None — all of Summit County is within 50 miles
- Direct cremation price
- $995 base price (+ applicable tax)
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Death certificates
- Summit County Health Department — Vital Records — 650 Round Valley Dr, Park City, UT 84060
Cities we serve in Summit County
We provide direct cremation in every Summit County community. Tap any city for local details.
Hospitals and hospices we transport from
24-hour transport from every hospital, hospice, and care facility in Summit County.
Park City Hospital (Intermountain)
Park City, Utah
What to do when a death occurs in Summit County
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Call us
Call (801) 910-5317 any time, day or night. If a hospice or hospital is involved, the staff will typically also call us at your request.
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We dispatch transport
Our team travels to your location in Summit County to bring your loved one into our care — with no distance surcharge anywhere in the county.
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We handle the paperwork
Our Cremation Specialists guide you through the death certificate (filed with Summit County Health Department — Vital Records) and the Utah state cremation permit.
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Return of cremated remains
We return your loved one's cremated remains to you, typically within 7–10 days, in a temporary container or in any urn you select.
See our full When Death Occurs guide and Cremation Q&A for more detail.
Why Summit County families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
Same base price for every Summit County family. No surcharge for distance, no upsells, no surprises.
On-site crematory
Your loved one never leaves our care. We do not outsource any part of our services.
24-hour availability
We answer the phone day and night, including weekends and holidays.
ID protocol
A documented chain of identification from the moment we receive your loved one through the return of cremated remains.
Independently operated
No funeral chapel rentals, no upsells. We focus exclusively on simple, dignified cremation.
Local to Northern Utah
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City serves families across all of Summit County and the wider Wasatch Front.
Frequently asked questions — Summit County
How much does cremation cost in Summit County?
Direct cremation through Utah Simple Cremations is $995 for Summit County families. There is no travel surcharge because all of Summit County is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory.
Do you provide transport from Summit County hospitals?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from every hospital, hospice, and care facility in Summit County, including Park City Hospital (Intermountain).
How long does the full cremation process take?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days for Summit County families.
Where do I get the death certificate for a Summit County death?
Death certificates are processed through Summit County Health Department — Vital Records, located at 650 Round Valley Dr, Park City, UT 84060. We help families request and obtain copies as part of our service.
Can Summit County families pre-plan their cremation?
Yes. Utah Simple Cremations offers pre-planning for Summit County families with locked-in pricing. Visit our pre-planning page or call (801) 910-5317 to get started.
Speak with a Cremation Specialist
If you have questions or would like to begin arrangements for a Summit County family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317