UTAH
Stories to Inspire Your Adventure
-
Beyond the Ski Slope: Discover Park City’s Artistic Side
A town known for its world-class snow, popular concerts and visual arts festivals draws visitors to Park City throughout the year.
-
Accessibility in Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks
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.
-
Explore Utah Through the Lens of "Horizon: An American Saga"
It's no surprise that Hollywood has turned to Utah's stunning and untouched terrain time and again.
-
On the Trail of Utah's Classic Movies
Germany-based film enthusiast Andrea David is back in Utah, embarking on a road trip to explore 100 years of Utah film history.
-
A Life Elevated Road Trip
Hit the road with Aaron Millar, host of The Armchair Explorer podcast, as he takes an adventure tour of Utah — complete with audio postcards along the way.
-
Caching in on the Arts in Northern Utah
Visitors will find a concert, exhibit or festival around nearly every corner when Cache Valley shakes off winter and early spring snow.
-
Hike + Dine: Logan
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.
-
The Best Golf in Southern Utah
When the courses of Northern Utah are covered with snow, Southern Utah is ripe with elevated golf experiences that rival the best in the world.
-
Saddle Up for a Utah Cowboycation
Explore the cowboy way of life on a cattle drive adventure with the Ranch at Wild Rose in Southern Utah.
-
Roping and Riding: Summit County Rodeo
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.
-
Off-Season Off-Roading in Ticaboo
Familiar freedoms in a new kind of winter wonderland.
-
Cozy Salt Lake Dining Spots
Find you perfect après-ski spots to fill up.
-
A Guided Adventure for Everyone in Utah's National Parks
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.
-
Planning Your Utah Desert Holiday
Where to find holiday lights, performances, farms and activities in Southern Utah.
-
How to Attend a Powwow with Respect
Attending a powwow can be a very meaningful endeavor. Here are five tips to help you prepare.
-
Utah: Home of the ‘Dirty Soda’
Five spots where you can experience Utah’s soda craze.
-
Exploring the Native American Village at This Is The Place Heritage Park
This Salt Lake City cultural spot offers visitors a chance to experience the deep history of Native traditions.
-
5 Northern Utah Cities Steeped in History, Culture and Adventure
Utah's vibrant culture thrives, showcased through its diverse art, cuisine and captivating history interwoven throughout its cities.
Get a Free Utah Travel Guide
The official Utah Travel Guide will help you thoughtfully navigate from Utah's northern mountains and lakes to its southern red rock country.
01
Discover Torrey: Your Capitol Reef Basecamp
Travelers headed to Capitol Reef National Park often don’t know that they’re missing a hidden gem of a town — Torrey, Utah. This small town boasts way more than meets the eye and is your perfect basecamp for a Capitol Reef adventure.
Highlights
- Capitol Reef National Park
- Scenic Byway 12
- Stargazing
- Hunt & Gather Restaurant
- Sulphur Creek Trail
02
Thelma & Louise: A Tribute Road Trip Through the Classic Film’s Utah Settings
Perfect for fans of the beloved film “Thelma & Louise,” tour the exact places where the movie was shot, and make some memories of your own exploring the beauty of this exquisite desert.
Highlights
- Moab
- Arches National Park
- Dead Horse Point Overlook
- Cisco and Thompson Springs Ghost Towns
- La Sal Mountains
03
Base Camp Green River
It’s time to leave the city and the suburbs behind and drive through the mountains and canyons into the Utah desert. True, Green River is barely an hour away from Arches and Canyonlands national parks, so those are options to extend your 3-day trip. But for this itinerary, we’re focusing on the local secrets: the hidden labyrinth of slot canyons and whimsical hoodoos of the San Rafael Swell and the dining and heritage that are part of the unique fabric of Green River.
Highlights
- Western Mining and Railroad Museum
- San Rafael Swell
- Goblin Valley State Park
- Swasey's Beach
04
Sandstone Spires & Swimming Holes
Walk the paths of dinosaurs and descend through 200 million years of geologic history in this six-day road trip from Vernal to Kodachrome Basin. It’s a kid-friendly desert drive in search of dino tracks, slot canyons and swimming,
Highlights
- Dinosaur Tracks in Vernal
- Crystal Geyser in Green River
- Hoodoos & Slots of Goblin Valley
- The Red Cliffs of Capitol Reef
- The White Cliffs of Grand Staircase
- Sandstone Spires in Kodachrome Basin
05
The Mighty 5: Ultimate Journey
Grab a national parks annual pass for best access to The Mighty 5®.
Highlights
- Arches National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Canyonlands National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park
- Zion National Park
06
Yellowstone Loop
Everyone must go to Yellowstone once in his or her lifetime, and using Northern Utah as your gateway makes it that much greater.
Highlights
- Antelope Island State Park
- Bear Lake State Park
- Grand Teton and Yellowstone
- Park City
"Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves does it become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone."
– Wendell Berry, "A Place on Earth"
Other Helpful Tools
-
Accessible Utah
Utah is known for its recreation opportunities, but did you know all of these attractions and activities are accessible to people of all ability levels?
-
Itineraries
Utah adventures range from satisfying solitude to amazing high adventure. Follow a recommended itinerary to make your Utah trip planning that much easier.
-
Responsible Travel Hub
Each person who visits Utah leaves an impact, review these resources to ensure you're ready to visit thoughtfully.
Stories
-
Field Guides: Voices From the Forever Mighty Landscape
Meet the people whose lives have been shaped by nature — and are helping others find their way.
-
Good Roots: The Faces of Utah’s Food Culture
Meet some of the agricultural entrepreneurs that are elevating the tastes of Utahns and visitors through heritage and best practices, new and old.
-
How to Visit Utah's National Parks
Get the most out of a visit to Utah’s parks and monuments, while also ensuring they stay Forever Mighty, by following these tips.
-
Why Your Kids Need a Utah Trip
Discover where adventure and learning converge across iconic rivers and ancient canyons.
