Utah
The state of Utah is unique. There is more variety of landscapes,
geology, and recreational opportunities than you can imagine. While
Utah’s national parks are considered national treasures,
there are many more places to see and things to do that are just
as amazing… and certainly less crowded!
Utah is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you come to
ski or snowboard "The Greatest Snow on Earth," to mountain
bike Slickrock in Moab, to take a summer whitewater rafting splash
down Cataract Canyon, or to visit the Old West with a tour of outlaw
hideouts and stickups, Utah has adventure waiting for you.
With five national parks, Utah is America's national parks capital.
These national parks include: Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon,
Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Capitol Reef
National Park. The national parks are located close together, allowing
visitors to experience them all in one trip. Whether you choose
to visit just one or two, or to take a Grand Circle swing through
them all, your trip is certain to be unforgettable!
Delicate Arch, Utah's scenic red rock icon, and the twisting waters
of Zion's Narrows, are only two of the awe-inspiring surprises
enclosed within Utah's national park boundaries. Whichever park
you visit, you're sure to discover splashes of natural color and
unique formations, making for a remarkable experience.
Most of Utah lies on a plateau higher than 4,000 feet above sea
level. The geology of this region takes on an amazing variety of
shapes and colors. Elevations rise and fall dramatically in the
shape of mountains, buttes, and plateaus, the highest reaching
over 13,000 feet! Within this varied landscape are hidden treasures
and experiences that appeal to everyone: from the rugged, solitude-seeking
explorer to the family wanting a relaxing getaway. Utah has something
for everyone.
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