Sanpete Valley

Utah's geographical center also happens to be its adventure center--without all the crowds. Small towns give way to vast mountainscapes perfect for snowmobiling, off-roading and rock climbing. If you really, truly, absolutely want to escape to beautiful places where adventure is inevitable you might want to give Sanpete a try...and then you'll immediately start planning out your early retirement in one of its quaint historical homes.

OHV TRAILS

Arapeen Trail

The Arapeen Trail system is expansive and void of crowds--all 750,000 acres are yours to explore. You can access the Arapeen Trail from any of Sanpete Valley's seven canyons. Start from Fairview, Mt. Pleasant, Spring City, Ephraim, Manti, Sterling or Mayfield. Ride for a few hours or for a few lifetimes...Learn more

Skyline Drive

This mountain road spans 80 miles along the spine of the Wasatch Mountains. Take your high-clearance 4WD vehicles to elevations between 10,000 and 11,000 feet from July through September--the views are incredible from the top. Skyline Drive begins near Tucker and ends at I-70...Learn more

Nebo Loop

Drive 37 miles through the Uinta National Forest, starting in Payson, Utah. The trail reaches 11,928 feet above sea level, and gorgeous views are ubiquitous. During winter months the trail is a groomed snowmobiling haven...Learn more

ROCK CLIMBING

Maple Canyon

Climb over 550 routes ranging from 5.4 to 5.14 on conglomerate rock in a beautiful canyon near charming small towns. There are also various ice climbing routes during winter months. Explore the canyon any time of year...Learn More

SNOWMOBILING

Skyline Drive

Explore powder and fantastic views along the summit of the Wasatch Plateau. Access the trail from a parking lot at the top of Fairview Canyon...Learn more