Iconic, iconic, iconic. Bryce is an interesting park because it isn't all that big in the grand…read morescheme of things, but the natural formations (the hoodoos) that make up the park are some of the most interesting things to see and learn about in all of the Utah parks in my opinion. One of the most popular trails to hike is the Navajo loop via Queen's garden, which is a loop of 4ish miles that passes a bunch of beautiful lookout points as well as the "peekaboo" formation. It's very, very beautiful and not too difficult in my opinion - but do note that the very beginning/end (depending on whether you do the hike clockwise vs. counter) is rather steep and thus more challenging. I did it clockwise and therefore ended doing "Wall Street" from the bottom going up - it's several switchbacks with a decently steep grade (think Walter's wiggles in Zion, except a little bit harder since the hike to get here is longer than Angel's landing to WW). If you get winded easily, plan for at least a few hours to do the whole loop since you will tire out. Overall, I strongly recommend this hike, it's a good challenge that is very beautiful!

This is a must stop if you are planning a trip out west to hike, bike, horseback ride, or just…read moreenjoy the scenery at one of our nation's stunning national parks. We stopped at the Visitor Center to learn about the protected prairie dogs that reside in the park. This was a special focus that day. They had tables where you can learn about the varieties of prairie dogs in the US as well as why the ones in the park are endangered. We then got to use their provided binoculars to view some of the prairie dogs that live near the visitor center. The highlight of our day was taking a horseback ride. Definitely look into this as an added activity during your visit!

Sweet town. Complete with a Main Street, busy rigs and open scenic areas…read more This Covid period, I love how the town posted flags on the street lights with the pictures of their 2020 graduates. This is what being in a tight knit smaller town is all about. Of course, lots of outdoorsy things to do around the area.

A very quaint town that definitely has it appeal. It seems like a throw back into time that we…read moreenjoyed spending time grabbing a bite to eat, filling up with gas, and driving around to take in the historical building and it's charm. Perfectly located near the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park.

This review is for Mossy Cave Turret Arch and Little Windows Trail which was a ~0.9 miles round…read moretrip that took ~30 minutes to complete. Short and easy hike with a nice views of Tropic Ditch Falls. The Mossy Cave was underwhelming and inaccessible. Where the trail splits; the left takes you to Mossy Cave and the right takes you to Tropic Ditch Falls. Limited parking spots (~10 cars). Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/eJfn0TT_nZw

I was recommended this hike by my Airbnb host. It's rather short, took me about 20 min total…read more Parking is limited but because it's short I got lucky and got a spot from someone leaving. There are a couple NP potties there (no running water). There wasn't much water the day I came, you could see a trickle of the waterfall but it wasn't particularly exciting. Depending on the time of year, that can change. Overall, I wouldn't have spent time doing this hike if I hadn't been passing by it (but I was, on my way to Capitol Reef). But if you are passing, it's a nice walk with a little hill :)

What a beautiful short easy hike located in Duck creek village in Utah. The views on this hike are…read moreso pretty and serene. It also looks across toward Zion National park. The hike will lead you along the canyon rim to a beautiful waterfall. There is a nice platform above the waterfall to take some nice scenic pictures. The hike only takes about an hour round trip. Plenty of parking at the parking lot and they also have restrooms as well. Steep drop offs along this hike so please be careful with little children.

I really enjoyed this trail. It is the perfect distance to do with kids and older members of the…read morefamily. It was not too hard of a hike and very scenic. The waterfall at the end was beautiful. The trail on the weekend that we went, was a bit crowded at the end where the waterfall was but nothing too crazy. There were plenty opportunities to photos.

This review is for Bartizan Arch Trail which was a ~5 miles round trip that took ~3 hours to…read morecomplete. This was a surprisingly unique and stunning hike near Cedar City, Utah. While most of southern Utah was over 90°F; the temperature in this area was easily ~30° lower! Within the first ~1 mile to Spectra Point were amazing views of the canyon. This reminds me of Bryce Canyon National Park except you can't walk into the canyon. For the most part, the declines start after Spectra Point towards Bartizan Arch. As a result, the inclines back out can feel a bit strenuous. The trail was on the exposed rims of the canyon as well as parts of the nearby forest. Furthermore, the trail was slightly rocky and becomes narrower near the arch. Watch your steps! For those looking for a shorter hike; I would recommend going up to Spectra Point which would be a ~1.9 mile roundtrip. In my opinion, the view at Ramparts Viewpoint wasn't too much of a difference compared to the view at Spectra Point Viewpoint. Parking lot and restrooms were next to the Cedar Breaks National Monument visitor center. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/C9IpeLT1i3g

Amazing place Great weather…read moreBeautiful hikes... did 3 of them Wildflowers Lovely visitor center Great vibe Highly recommend Will repeat

Tons of waterfalls + slot canyon hiking through a freezing river = one of the most epic trails I've…read moreever done! It's like a mini version of The Narrows in Zion. The Kanarra Falls trail is quite an adventure - it's a water hike with some dramatic scenery and intense rock scrambling depending on how far in you go. If you only go to the ladder, I'd say it's a moderate trail. But if you go all the way to the last falls, it's more strenuous. I hiked it in late spring and the water was a balmy 38°F! I did some research and planned ahead to wear thick neoprene socks - But even with my thermal socks, the water was so cold my lower legs were numb for about 60-70% of the trail which made this moderate/strenuous hike even more challenging! So I highly recommend the socks if you're hiking outside of the late summer season bc that water is COLD! And you'll be walking in water depths anywhere from your ankles up to your mid-shins for about 75-80% of the trail. Getting to the first large falls by the ladder isn't terribly difficult and you'll still see several smaller falls along the way. The first part is along a well maintained dirt trail with a few small water crossings before you have to get down into the riverbed. So for those wanting to stop at the top of the ladder, it's still a fantastic and much less strenuous hike. But there are about 3-4 gorgeous falls and slot canyons past that leading up to the last falls that I really would've regretted not seeing. The rock scrambling can get quite difficult- especially for a short person (I'm 5'2"). At one point I had to hoist myself up over some very tall boulders using just my arms and had to do a bit of a chimney crawl up another boulder and a narrow slot wall so be prepared and know your abilities bc I struggled to get back down LOL! I used one of my poles for most of the hike bc the riverbed is very rocky and slippery. I also wore an old pair of my fave Salomon waterproof(ish) hiking shoes with really solid tread - definitely helped. I imagine in the hot weather you'd be fine in some sort of water shoe with no socks but not in winter/spring. Reservations for this hike are required year-round as they limit the number permitted daily to preserve the environment here since this is such a popular trail. It was easy to reserve my spot online and I recommend doing it as far in advance as possible bc spots go fast - especially in the summer. There's plenty of paved parking at the trailhead with nice bathrooms. There are also more bathrooms along the trail right before the first water crossing. It's easy to find - google maps takes you right to the parking area. AllTrails says the trail is 3.6 miles with 656 feet elevation gain but I did just over 5 miles total with 1100+ feet elevation gain by going past the ladder at the first falls - totally worth it - Definitely in my top 5 trails of all time!

This is an amazing slot canyon hike and is very popular so requires a permit. The permit is only…read more$15 but they only sell 200 a day so some planning is required to visit this location. Not a long trail, only about 4 miles round-trip with very little elevation gain, but Very beautiful mountains and rocks and the slot Canyon is just fantastic!! If you're in the area or passing by, I highly recommend checking it out, an amazing small piece of the Utah's vast scenery...

On our way to Bryce Canyon we had to pass by the Dixie national forest…read more Dixie National Forest straddles the divide between the Great Basin and the Colorado River in southern Utah. Scenery ranges from desert canyon gorges of amber, rose, and sienna to high mountain forests, plateaus, and alpine lakes. The forest is a part of the world-renowned, with beautiful red rocks back drops scenery. Just amazing

The Dixie National Forest is known for their red rock canyons and high mountain plateaus - you can…read moretake the 89 or the 12 scenic routes on your way to or from Bryce Canyon and check this national forest out. A great place to camp, hike, fish, horseback ride, and even ski or use the snowmobile in the wintertime. We didn't see any wildlife while passing through, but I've heard that you're bound to see golden eagles, antelopes, prairie dogs, wild turkeys, and even pronghorn sheep! If you are driving, note that some of the roads are narrow! +red rock canyons +high mountain plateaus +narrow roads

Visit Oct 4, 2025 afternoon. Did the train. $2 each. Nice ride. It's diesel…read more Park is wonderful. We saw the volcano go off and it had steam and sound from dinosaurs. Fantastic park play structures. But please fix the second zip line. It's most popular attraction and many kids want yo line up to do the zipline. One is there but inoperable.

I am not much of a playground connoisseur, but I must say this is the coolest and most impressive…read moreone I've ever been to! I was hanging out with my nephews for the holiday so we went to thunder Junction, there is no entry fee, but you'd think you were entering an amusement park. Lots of things to see and do and play with, mostly playground type things, but also some neater stuff like these splash pad water area, and the small train. Highly recommend this for the kiddos if you're in St. George or just passing by.

This feels like a review in progress because the area is so large - but was pleasantly surprised by…read morehow much more I want to explore this region. We did Willis Creek Narrows and Lower Calf Creek Falls - both incredible. Now adding to the wish list for return trips. The drive along US 12 is just spectacular. Definitely recommend a high clearance vehicle with 4WD to access some of the more remote locations. Be prepared to adventure and bring what you need as this is not a manicured national park, but more a haven for those looking for an off-grid escape.

I didn't have a ton of time to explore here but simply driving by left quite an impression on me!…read moreWOW. I'm not exaggerating when I say I pulled off the road maybe every 50 feet because every new angle provided a new exciting view of this vast and beautiful stone monument. In general this is a HUGE monument to explore and I'm not sure you could even scratch the surface on a simple vacation, let alone during a road trip. I've since come to learn that this area was the last part of the lower 48 states to be cartographed and, according to the Bureau of Land Management, it spans five life-zones - from low-lying desert to coniferous forest, and paleontologists have unearthed countless dinosaur bones and fossils from within its canyons and deserts. Truly incredible stuff, here! But don't let the size and scope intimidate you. As I said, even driving by or taking a day or afternoon to explore is worth the journey. It's an incredible resource that we're lucky to have here in the US.

It was a beautiful park donated by mothers and kids in 2021. At the moment, though, it's closed…read morehopefully for remodeling. It's the end of 2024 currently

This park is beautiful especially in the snow. It is next to a school where kids were playing and…read moremy dog was running around like he was a kid. There's a bike trail, gorgeous playground and many picnic tables. Small parking lot