Snow Canyon is often overshadowed by nearby Zion National Park, but it is no little brother. The unofficial motto could be, "This place would be a national park in any other state!"
Utah is full of popular tourist destinations that see hordes of crowds year after year. Though no less beautiful than the bigger national and state parks, Kodachrome Basin State Park is somewhat of an unsung hero in this category.
Utah played a critical role in the success of the Pony Express. There were 27 stops in Utah and many of those places are still available to check out today.
Zion National Park, Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon, Delicate Arch, Lake Powell — these are all worthy inclusions on any bucket list. But if you've already checked these off and you're hungry for something different, several other adventures are waiting for you in southern Utah.
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Just two hours south of the Wasatch Front and 90 minutes northwest of Moab you'll find the San Rafael Swell, a quiet section of the Colorado Plateau offering endless recreation and timeless panoramas.
With almost 400 locations across the West, Maverik is firmly planted in the Beehive State. After the first Maverik stores in Utah opened in the late 1950s, including early locations in Moab, Willard, and Brigham City, the gas stations became a statewide standard in convenience.
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The autumn leaves are at their most vibrant for only three to four weeks, so fill up your car and get out there! From north to south, here are some of the best places in the state to see the stunning fall foliage in person.
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With Utah's national parks attracting many millions of annual visitors in 2021, you may be wanting to venture off the beaten path and away from the crowds. Think outside the box with four overlooked treasures of the Beehive state.
Some of the best areas in the state to view wildlife are actually close to the metro areas. If you live along the Wasatch Front, there are likely good wildlife viewing opportunities less than 30 minutes from your home.
If you want to get out of the house and explore Utah's mountains and peaks, there are some incredible hikes for nearly anyone. Here are some beginner-friendly peaks that offer some of the best views in the entire state.
Scattered from north to south, there are many waterfalls throughout Utah that will take your breath away — but not too much breath. You might need that for the hike back.
While training actual raptors might not be in the cards, there are plenty of spots statewide to get your dinosaur fix. From track sites, museums and quarries, to state parks and national monuments, there's something for everyone.
Even though the state remains in a drought, there are still plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy a serene day on the water in your kayak or canoe in Utah.
With all of the adventuring options in Utah, all you need is one day — or maybe even just a few hours — to have a fun experience with the whole family.
Today, Cache County's hidden treasures include a plethora of cultural and outdoor possibilities. Tucked away 80 miles north of Salt Lake, it is just far enough from the big city to be (mostly) uncrowded and yet close enough for Wasatch Front residents to visit on a quarter tank of gas.
Beyond its national parks, Utah is chock-full of spectacular sites, which range from miniature versions of those national parks to martian landscapes to iconic movie backdrops.