Tag: hiking
Hiking Southern Utah: Goosenecks State Park, State Park of the Week
Millions of years ago, the land at Goosenecks State Park was relatively flat until the San Juan River meandered. During that time, the land rose in uplift.
Da Vinci Petroglyph Trail in the Virgin River Gorge
How about a moderately strenuous hike to some great petroglyph sites with colorful mountains as a backdrop. Especially if one of the glyphs resembles Italian Renaissance master Leonardo Da Vinci’s (1452-1519) famous Vitruvian Man featuring a male figure with outstretched arms and legs inside a circle and square
Hiking Southern Utah: Mill Canyon Trail
The Mill Canyon Trail is a spectacular hike in the Pine Valley Mountain Wilderness that leads through a narrow canyon lined with towering crags, a rich forest of fir and aspen (particularly beautiful in fall), and a seasonal stream.
Hiking Southern Utah: Emerald Pools Trail
he trailhead to Emerald Pools Trail is located across the street from the Zion Lodge. Choose the lower trail to access the lower pools first.
Hiking Southern Utah: Stoddard Mountain
The ascent of the remote and lonely Stoddard Mountain is a largely unknown gem of a hike that whisks one straight up the side of this impressive peak.
Hiking Southern Utah: Third Ravine
The Third Ravine is an under-appreciated gem. Located on the plateau bordering western St. George, the trail is a wonderful example of the diverse terrain of Washington County.
Hiking Southern Utah: The Vortex
Drive up State Route 18 towards Dammeron Valley. About 3 miles after the Red Mountain Trailhead sign at the north end of Dammeron Valley, you need to turn left (west) onto Sand Cove Road (gravel road) toward Sand Cove Reservoir.
Hiking Southern Utah: Yellow Knolls Trail
You can find more information on the Yellow Knolls trail and maps on the Bureau of Land Management's website.
Hiking Southern Utah: Hiking Lady Mountain with Bo Beck
t was still dark as a caravan of us sped toward Zion National Park. With the approach of dawn on a clear spring morning, the plateaus and bluffs were just large shadows against the night sky as it turned cobalt blue.
Hiking Southern Utah: Checkerboard Mesa
Checkerboard Mesa is one of the iconic landmarks in Zion National Park. Located on the less-frequented east side of the park, an ascent of this beautiful mountain provides for an exciting hike with spectacular scenery and quiet vistas.