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Utah’s mountains are a well-known backdrop for film and commercial projects — and for good reason. The Wasatch Range offers striking visuals that rival locations in Colorado and the Pacific Northwest. But if you’re only thinking mountains, you’re overlooking some of Salt Lake City’s most versatile, underused, and production-friendly settings.
Here are a few standout filming locations in and around Salt Lake City that bring character, texture, and variety to your next shoot — no elevation required.
Salt Lake’s downtown grid isn’t just organized — it’s cinematic. Tucked between the main streets are alleyways with exposed brick, vintage signage, loading docks, and layered urban decay that can double for cities much larger in scale.
Need a gritty backdrop for a music video, fashion shoot, or neo-noir narrative? Areas around 300 S and 400 W offer a blend of concrete, graffiti, and ambient city noise, all without the logistical hurdles of a major metro area.
Once a freight and storage hub, the Granary District has become a popular space for artists, brewers, and creators — but it’s still rough around the edges in the best possible way. Weathered exteriors, vacant lots, bold murals, and unrenovated warehouses give it serious visual range.
This area works well for automotive shoots, documentary B-roll, or stories that call for something a little more grounded and raw.
From historic bungalows and working-class streets to mid-century schools and mom-and-pop storefronts, the west side of SLC has a ton of untapped potential. These neighborhoods are less manicured than their east bench counterparts, which means they offer more realism — and more flexibility for indie crews.
Producers looking for authenticity over polish should take a closer look here.
Several downtown parking structures offer unobstructed views of the skyline and surrounding peaks — ideal for drone shots, performance setups, or stylized nighttime scenes. They also provide a controlled environment that still feels expansive.
Bonus: many of these locations have easy permitting through the city or private owners, making logistics easier than you’d expect.
You don’t have to drive all the way to Bonneville to get minimalist desert visuals. Abandoned lots on the outskirts of the city — especially near the airport or off I-80 — offer wide open, dusty terrain with industrial framing.
For commercials, car shoots, or surreal music videos, these spaces can double as remote desert with significantly less travel time and expense.
Salt Lake has preserved a number of historic sites — churches, schools, and storefronts — that can easily pass for rural America or mid-century suburbia. The Marmalade District, South Temple, and even parts of Sugar House all include pockets of visual history that feel timeless on camera.
Ideal for: period pieces, documentary-style storytelling, or any scene that needs a nostalgic visual texture.
Salt Lake City offers more than just mountain views — it’s a full production toolkit with locations that are cinematic, accessible, and adaptable. Whether you're shooting a brand campaign, a short film, or music content, these hidden gems can elevate your visuals without requiring long-distance travel or complicated permits.
At Cutthroat, we’ve scouted and shot in many of these spaces ourselves. If you need help finding the right look — or want to shoot in a controlled studio environment — our team is here to support every step of production.
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