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Why legendary Mount Timpanogos is Utah's 'Everest'
Mike Godfrey, KSL.com Contributor | Posted Oct 17th - 7:32pm
As home to dozens of mountain ranges, Utah represents an extremely crowded field of high-elevation splendor, but Mount Timpanogos in Utah County rises above all other (some taller) peaks as Utah's Everest. Here are four reasons why.
102 large animals illegally poached in Utah since August, wildlife officials say
Carter Williams | Posted Oct 16th - 1:45pm
Utah wildlife conservation officials say 102 large animals in the state have been poached, and more than 900 citations have been issued for various hunting violations since Aug. 1.
Algal blooms still a concern for waterfowl hunters despite colder weather
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV | Posted Oct 16th - 12:15pm
With 30 Utah lakes still under algal bloom advisories, state officials are warning hunters to watch their dogs while hunting waterfowl this season.
3 abandoned cougar kittens sent to New York zoo after being rescued in Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 15th - 8:28pm
A trio of cougar kittens has a new home in New York City after they were found abandoned by a hunter in northeastern Utah last week and later rescued by state wildlife biologists.
Nature fans rejoice! 11 nearby places to celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 14th - 8:02pm
There are more than 500 refuges in the U.S. that draw millions of visitors each year. Here are a few options in and around Utah to check out now.
Utah’s national parks report mixed season for visitors
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, KSL | Posted Oct 13th - 5:47pm
Zion numbers up, other parks slightly down.
Several low temperature records fall across Utah in wake of cold system
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct 11th - 7:32pm
A cold system that pushed through Utah broke a few dozen daily low-temperature records across the state between Thursday and Friday morning.
Illegal parking leads to 19 citations at popular Spanish Fork Canyon hot spring
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 9th - 2:31pm
Authorities are reminding recreationists to park in designated parking spots in canyons after officers issued 19 citations Sunday to drivers who illegally parked near a popular trailhead in Spanish Fork Canyon.
Zion visitation continues to climb, sets summer record
The Associated Press | Updated Oct 9th - 10:00am
Zion National Park visitation set records this summer, averaging more than a half-million visitors per month.
Want to know where Utah’s waterfowl migrate to? There’s now a website for that
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 8th - 2:01pm
Have you ever wondered where Utah’s geese, ducks or swans migrated? A new Utah website allows anyone to see where those birds went after they were tagged — and there are some interesting places.
Popular trails in Utah County still closed due to mudslides, damage caused by wildfires
Jennifer Guzman, KSL.com | Posted Oct 8th - 1:33pm
The effects of last year’s Pole Creek Fire and Bald Mountain Fire are making themselves known to hunters and outdoor enthusiasts looking to enter the Mount Nebo area and its trails.
9 Utah fall foliage spots to visit, as recommended by KSL.com readers
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 4th - 2:10pm
We at KSL.com wanted to know: What are some of your favorite places to view fall colors in Utah? We asked through social media as a way to crowdsource ideas for those who may want a new place to view fall colors this season.
Utah wildlife officials hope to double state's bighorn sheep population
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 3rd - 8:01pm
State wildlife officials approved region-by-region plans for bighorn sheep Thursday. If all goes as planned, bighorn sheep populations are expected to double in the future.
Dinosaur National Monument newest park to allow electronic bikes
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct 1st - 9:03am
Add Dinosaur National Monument to the list of National Parks Service land in Utah where the electronic bikes will be allowed.
Pics of the month: Utah’s leaves are turning and we’re here for that
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sep 30th - 8:01pm
We’ve reached that time of the year where temperatures have cooled down and the colors on the trees are starting to pop.
Video shows elk charge at crowd of people on sidewalk in Estes Park
Ryan Osborne, Kmgh Via CNN | Posted Sep 29th - 8:34pm
Elk in Colorado are entering the "rut," or breeding season, and that means some of the bulls could become aggressive near humans. A group of people in Estes Park apparently found that out this week.
Southeastern Utah national parks to allow e-bikes on roads
The Associated Press | Updated Sep 28th - 6:18pm
Two national parks and two national monuments in southeastern Utah will allow the use of electric bicycles on roads in areas where traditional bicycles are allowed.
As nationwide numbers dip, most Utah duck populations healthy heading into hunting season
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sep 27th - 12:16pm
Amid a recent decline in duck populations across the continent, Utah wildlife officials believe the state's duck population, as a whole, is healthy heading into the upcoming waterfowl hunting season.
Experience Naomi Peak, Bear River mountain range's highest point
Robert Williamson, KSL.com Contributor | Posted Sep 26th - 12:16pm
Naomi Peak near Tony Grove in Logan Canyon is a moderate hike with great views from the summit. It is the highest point in the Bear River mountain range. The trail is easy to follow and approximately 6.6 miles out and back.
