Tag: hiking
Hellhole Canyon Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
If you want an easy hike to an amazing canyon, use the trail on the west side above the wash. For the more adventurous, hike up to Hellhole Canyon in the wash. The latter is slower, and sometimes tiresome navigating all the rocks, but is more of a challenge.
Cyclists to Ride from Washington City to SunRiver St. George
For years, St. George’s trail system has been lauded for its quality and scenic beauty. However, one portion of the Virgin River North Trail had been diverted away from the river to a city sidewalk along the heavily used Riverside Drive.
Zion National Park Announces Reopening
Zion National Park shared their plans for what visitors can do and what services will be available at Zion starting on May 13th. You can also view the attached Zion National Park Visitor Information sheet below that will be handing out to visitors as they come to the park as well.
The Independent’s Top Five Zion National Park Springtime Hikes
The Independent has hand-selected the top five Zion National Park springtime hikes. There is sure to be something for all levels of hikers here.
Hiking Southern Utah: Hidden Canyon in Zion National Park
The classic Zion Canyon Trail was developed in 1928, a year after the "hanging canyon" --- dubbed "Hidden Canyon" --- was discovered.
Utah Swamp
Utah Swamp
The viewpoints expressed above are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of The Independent.
How to submit an article, guest...
Hiking Southern Utah: Red Cliffs Mall
Hiking Southern Utah: Red Cliffs Mall
Trail name: Red Cliffs Mall
Location: 1770 E. Red Cliffs Dr., St. George, UT 84790
Distance: ½ mile, 1 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:...
A day in Kolob Canyons: Photo Gallery
Photos by Darren M. Edwards
One of the best, less-traveled areas in Zion, Kolob Canyons can be reached just minutes from I-15. My wife and...
Photo Essay: Experiencing Southern Utah
Photos by Darren M. Edwards
From a distance the hills and brush that rise from the base of Southern Utah into magnificent rusted bluffs look...
Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide: June 2-5
Southern Utah Weekend Events
The Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide is full of fun-filled musical and cultural events. Check out what’s going on in Southern...