Tag: hiking
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
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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...
“First Day Hikes” features six Utah state parks on New Year’s...
Looking for a beautiful and invigorating way to start the new year? Kick off 2016 with a family-friendly hike in Utah. First Day Hikes...
The Independent’s Gift Giving Guide: The Desert Rat
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean the adventure has to stop, and if you're looking for gift ideas along these lines, check out The...