UTAH

7 Trails Near Zion National Park to Expand Your Hiking Experience

Written By Monique Beeley

7 minute read

While Zion Canyon is the centerpiece of Utah’s most-visited national park, there are a number of options for well-prepared hikers looking to deepen their familiarity with the landscape of southwestern Utah and to seek solitude among the red rock. Start exploring with these seven trails and destinations.

Saddle Up for a Utah Cowboycation

Written By Betsy Stein Medinger

5 minute read

Explore the cowboy way of life on a cattle drive adventure with the Ranch at Wild Rose in Southern Utah.

Nourished by the Land: A Shoshone Perspective

Written By James Goldberg

5 minute read

Darren Parry learned from his grandmother about the plants, places and worldview that sustained their Shoshone ancestors.

Swiss Traditions Meet Mountain Adventure in Utah's Heber Valley

Written By Melissa Fields

5 minute read

In the Heber Valley, visitors can find a mountain playground steeped in authenticity, heritage, and come-as-you-are hospitality.

How to Stargaze in Utah

Written By Whitney Childers

7 minute read

Tips on what to pack and when and where to go stargazing in Utah.

Red Acres Is the Place for Me

Written By Austen Diamond

3 minute read

Summer activities at Cedar City's Red Acre Farm offer a flavor of what this sustainable farm is all about — a weekly al fresco lunch, a monthly breakfast and gourmet farm-to-fork fundraising feasts in the fields.

How to Visit Utah's National Parks

Written By Ryan Coons

3 minute read

Get the most out of a visit to Utah’s parks and monuments, while also ensuring they stay Forever Mighty, by following these tips.

How to Visit Rock Imagery Sites Like an Archaeologist

Written By Elizabeth Hora

There are untold thousands of rock imagery sites across Utah, and hundreds of thousands of archaeological sites of every stripe. Learn how to explore these sites with the respect and deference they deserve.

Day-to-Night Adventures in Utah’s Mountain Towns

Written By Kristen Pope

5 minute read

Easy access between Northern Utah’s mountains and towns presents visitors and locals with the best of both worlds: outdoor adventure by day and city culture at night.

At Lagoon, a Utah-grown Amusement Park where the Fun Never Ends

Written By Heather May

8 minute read

As the Farmington park marks the 100th-anniversary of its wooden roller coaster, Lagoon continues to attract crowds with its nostalgic rides and novel thrills.

A Guided Adventure for Everyone in Utah's National Parks

Written By Melissa Fields

5 minute read

Thinking of hiring a guide? Leaving the planning to someone else and learning more about backpacking are just a few of the perks of going with a guide.

Where to Eat and Drink in St. George

Written By Elainna Ciaramella

6 minute read

As you explore St. George and Greater Zion seeking excellent food, coffee and drinks, you’ll want to add these top restaurants to your list.

Hike + Dine: Logan

Written By Arianna Rees

4 minute read

A college town nestled at the mouth of one of Utah’s stunning canyons, Logan is a feast of beautiful mountain landscapes with a side of surprising eats.

Adaptive Cycling in Colorful Cache Valley

Written By Bob Wassom

Bob Wassom revisits his roots using adaptive cycling on an e-trike, through Cache Valley, Utah; a ride full of color, variety, scenery and history.

Family Adventure in Bryce Canyon Country

Written By India Tate

6 minute read

A family-friendly itinerary from Bryce Canyon National Park to Kanab, with hikes for kids, local eats and unbeatable sunset locations.

Luxury and Legacy on Utah's Railways

Written By Taylor Hartman

6 minute read

In modern Utah, luxury and scenic rail journeys like the Rocky Mountaineer's “Rockies to Red Rocks” route and Amtrak's California Zephyr are redefining travel.

Roping and Riding: Summit County Rodeo

Written By Teri Orr

2 minute read

In Park City, sure you can buy boots with a “Yellowstone” vibe — but with a drive into the countryside, you can truly appreciate the area’s rural lifestyle.

Basecamp Beaver: A Comprehensive Guide to Off-Roading Utah’s Paiute Trail

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

One of Utah’s top off-roading destinations, the Paiute Trail offers stellar views, towering mountains, alpine forests and spectacular routes for any kind of ATV enthusiast. There are many ways to hit the trail and from Beaver off I-15 you’ll find one of the best.

Off the Eaten Path: Dining Between the Mighty Five

Written By Paula Colman

6 minute read

Whether you’re visiting a single Utah national park or all five, take time to explore and enjoy the local food on the spectacular routes between the parks.

How to Poop in the Outdoors

Written By Melissa Fields

4 minute read

Before heading off on that multi-day backpack, river or rock climbing trip, set aside your squeamishness and think about a responsible plan for when nature inevitably calls.

Accessibility in Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks

Written By Ashley Lyn Olson

6 minute read

Utah's Mighty 5 national parks boast breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled natural beauty. And thanks to ongoing improvements throughout each of the parks, hiking trails, scenic roads and facilities are increasingly accessible for visitors of all ability levels.

Caching in on the Arts in Northern Utah

Written By Catherine Reese Newton

4 minute read

Visitors will find a concert, exhibit or festival around nearly every corner when Cache Valley shakes off winter and early spring snow.

Explore Utah Through the Lens of "Horizon: An American Saga"

Written By Taylor Hartman

2 minute read

It's no surprise that Hollywood has turned to Utah's stunning and untouched terrain time and again.

The 7 Best Trails in the Carbon Corridor Trail System

Written By Matcha

5 minute read

Take in the amazing scenery at locations only accessible with four-wheel drive.

Following the Stars

An award-winning photographer turns his lens on Utah's spectacular dark skies.