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This is a beautiful scenic road trip that the whole family will enjoy. You'll start in Heber Valley with the Homestead Crater and Heber Valley Railroad and will pass many beautiful lakes and rivers and even travel through Dinosaurland ending with the large Flaming Gorge reservoir. Here are ideas of what to see and do as you road trip it through this beautiful part of Utah.

Looking for an epic road trip through Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Kodachrime Basin and the Grand Staircase along scenic Highway 12? Get all the information on where to stop, where to stay, and what to see.

Experience an authentic western cowboy and ranch experience at Rockin' R Ranch in south-central Utah. Experience skeet shooting, enjoy a float down the river, try rock climbing and of course saddle up and enjoy a horseback riding experience through some beautiful country.

The Colorado Plateau of southeastern Utah has that classic desert beauty. Red cliffs and sagebrush are everywhere to be seen. Buttes are slowly dissolved by wind and rain. It’s beautiful but harsh, and you would never guess that an ancient civilization once thrived here. Concealed within the folds of this giant petrified sand dune are deep-cut canyons. Three rivers glide through here — the Colorado, the Green, and the San Juan.

Warm water, quiet canyons, stunning scenery and an abundance of wildlife make Flaming Gorge Reservoir one of the best places to paddleboard in Utah.

Learn about the inversion in Utah and what can be done to improve it and how to escape the haze.

Travel to some of your favorite spots in Utah using these amazing virtual backgrounds from Utah.com. Download six free images from state and national parks: Angels Landing, Delicate Arch, Bonneville Salt Flats, Dead Horse Point, Metate Arch or Flaming Gorge.

Cedar City is an international destination and home to the Utah Shakespeare Festival and a blossoming winery. It's surrounded by Frontier Homestead State Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and the Kolob Canyon entrance to Zion. Cedar City also makes a great starting point for a road trip filled with amped-up landscapes and unforgettable adventures.

Fun Winter Activities for the entire family and ideas and things to do in Bryce Canyon National Park.

A list of the best fries in Salt Lake City, because it's not just about burgers.

Take a scenic drive on the beautiful Alpine Loop in Provo Canyon and see all there is along the way. You'll see Mount Timpanogos in all her glory, Sundance Mountain Resort showing off her secrets and even see why everyone talks about Bridal Veil Falls.

Float the Green River and Colorado River with Navtec Expeditions in Moab, Utah. Navtec Expeditions offers tours in Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park by boot or boat, rope or rugged road. Tours are also offered outside the park in secret sites only locals know.

Determine which type of RV is right for you and get road trip ideas in this guide from the Utah.com crew. Packing and planning advice is also offered.

Find out when to come, Utah weather, what to pack, what to bring, and what to see when you visit Utah. This is the perfect guide to planning the perfect trip to Utah to make sure you see as much as you can while you're here.

Planning an escape to Moab? Brush up on the written and unwritten rules of the outdoors to protect Moab’s outdoor recreation areas and everything else we love about this small town with a big backyard. At Utah.com, we’re all about recreating responsibly.

Find out what days are free days in Utah's National Parks. View entrance fees and other national park deals at Utah.com.

Feeling cooped up? Try these indoor and outdoor winter activities for kids and parents alike. Utah is a family friendly place (highest birth rate in the nation, heh heh) so we have a kid-friendly infrastructure ready for long, dark winter days. From swimming to sledding, the whole family will enjoy (or at least appreciate) these fun winter activities.

Turn off the reruns and do something new. After sandboarding in Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park or following the Red Fleet State Park dinosaur trackway , discover more things to do and where to find a comfortable hotel room with modern amenities.

Love the thought of backpacking to a quiet corner in Southern Utah but not hauling 50 pounds of gear on your back? No prob-llama. Wildland Trekking offers multi-day llama path tours for small groups to isolated canyons in Escalante and alpine lakes overlooking Capitol Reef.

All the things. That’s what you’d like to own. Because without all the things, you can’t do all the things. Which is what you’d like to do. But here’s the deal: You don’t need to own all the things to do all the things.

Instead of flocking to the beach with the other sheep and paying ridiculous rates during peak season, read these 5 fun reasons why visiting Utah in the winter is a "snow" brainer.

When you take a trip to Salt Lake, you’re effectively getting two vacations for the price of one. You can be knee-deep in powder at 4 p.m. and courtside at a Utah Jazz game — showered, dinnered and in a brand new outfit — by 6 p.m.

Escalante and Boulder, Utah are considered the heart of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. They’re a jumping-off point for nearly every outdoor activity you can imagine — exploring a slot canyon, biking a forested trail, hiking a petrified forest, camping near a lake or casting into a mountain stream.

You know Bryce Canyon is beautiful. Wondrous. Magnificent even. That’s not exactly breaking news (it’s been a national park for pert near a century). But what you may not know is that it’s surrounded by a flourishing, fantastical area with a heckuva lot more to see/love/do.

Panguitch, Utah, might be small, but it has enough fun (and beauty, and events, and festivals) for everyone. All roads lead to Rome, and all roads out of Panguitch seem to lead to a national park, state park or mountaintop.

Whether you’re planning your first Lake Powell trip or you’re already a veteran of one of Utah’s favorite playgrounds, read on to find the best things to do in Lake Powell.

Kanab isn’t trying to brag, but since you asked, why yes, it is the jumping off point for three national parks, five national monuments, a national recreation area, and two state parks. Kanab is the real Gateway to the West.

With its moderate summer temps and crystalline waters, the Bear Lake area is a great place for a rendezvous. Find the best summer hikes to try in Bear Lake, Utah.

San Rafael Swell is a hiker's dream. Here you'll find Good Water Rim Trail, Little Wild Horse & Bell Canyons, Chute of Muddy Creek, Ding & Dang Canyons. And don't forget about the Petroglyphs! Pictographs! Lots of ’em can be found in the Swell.

Park City hiking trails have all that pizzazz and more — Would you like a gondola or chairlift ride with that hike, madam? Our favorite Park City hiking trails are: Armstrong/Spiro Loop, Lofty Lake Loop, Bald Mountain, Fantasy Ridge, and Mid Mountain Trail.

The Cache Valley Foodie Trek and Signature Products Tour Around Logan, features 17 culinary stops and three additional nationally renowned businesses. You can tour at your own pace, and as your appetite allows.

Want to glide on a cool mountain lake or race your friends across a reservoir? You can do all this and more on a paddle board! Use our handy guide to find the perfect board for you.

Bryce Canyon is one of the most iconic parks in the country. Find the best time to visit Bryce Canyon to make the most of your hiking vacation.

5 reasons to say, “Yep! Salt Lake’s got that!” Strategically situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains is Salt Lake. Read on to find the best things to do in Salt Lake City.

Check out these 5 whitewater rafting areas you should try to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the John Wesley Powell river expedition in Southern Utah.

Utah is breathtaking year-round but especially so in the winter. Take a look at 13 of the most beautiful photos of Utah in the winter snow.

May 2019 marked 150 years since the completion of the transcontinental railroad in northern Utah. Read on to see why Promontory Point and Box Elder county are one of Utah's hidden gems.

Utah has some of the best hiking trails in the world. Here are some rules and guidelines you should follow to have perfect trail etiquette.

Some of the best whitewater rafting in the world is found in Utah. Find the best whitewater rafting itineraries and a guide who can take you there at Utah.com.

The Grand Circle Tour take visitors to some of the most iconic places in the west. Check out this 10 day road trip through national parks in Utah, Arizona, and Colorado.

Torrey Utah is perfectly located near Capitol Reef, Grand Staircase-Escalante, and San Rafael Swell. Read this guide of things to do in Torrey to plan the perfect Utah adventure.

Vernal is a one of a kind place with beautiful hiking, lakes, and giant dinosaur statues (seriously). Check out this guide to find the top things to do in Vernal Utah.

The Wildland Trekking Company offers amazing guided tours throughout Southern Utah. Here are four guided tours and the best restaurants near Utah's national parks.

Utah is a great place to travel for families. Read on to find out what you need to do to plan an amazing family vacation in Utah.

Midvale Utah is a great basecamp to stay near ski resorts by Salt Lake City. Follow this guide to plan your next ski trip in Utah.

Take a trip to Red Mountain Resort in southern Utah to get some much needed rest a relaxation. Red Mountain Resort is located near Snow Canyon State Park and offers a perfect getaway.

City Creek Mall offers some of the best shopping in Salt Lake City. Check out the different stores and restaurants at City Creek.

Fishing is a great outing to do with your family. Read on to learn why you and how you can start fishing, what gear you'll need, and where to go fishing.