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Hiking Southern Utah: Dino Cliffs Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Dino Cliffs Trail

Take Interstate 15 north to the Green Springs exit. Turn left on Green Springs Drive, then right onto Buena Vista Boulevard. In about a mile, you will come to a stop sign at Main Street in Washington.
Hiking Southern Utah: Mollies Nipple

Hiking Southern Utah: Mollies Nipple

Mollies Nipple is a prominent landmark that overlooks the Hurricane Valley and has much historical and geological significance.
Hiking Southern Utah: Enepitsi Trail (aka the Ghost Trail)

Hiking Southern Utah: Enepitsi Trail (aka the Ghost Trail)

The trail is reached by turning left onto a gravel road on the south side of Santa Clara Drive a half-mile west of the Jacob Hamblin Home in Santa Clara and parking at the Tukupetsi trailhead.
Hiking Southern Utah: Pine Park

Hiking Southern Utah: Pine Park

Pine Park is a long-forgotten wonderland of white volcanic pinnacles and cones (very reminiscent of the fairy towers of Cappadocia, Turkey) located in a veritable wilderness west of Enterprise.
Hiking Southern Utah Temple Quarry Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Temple Quarry Trail

When the St. George temple was being constructed during the years of 1871 through 1877, stone was needed that would not break down in the alkaline soil of the area.
Mustang Pass Trail

Mustang Pass Loop Trail

Need some alone time and a decent workout? If yes, this loop hike is for you. Mustang Pass Trail connecting to Mill Creek Trail/Road and Middleton Powerline
Hiking Southern Utah: Dino Cliffs Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Dino Cliffs Trail

Dino Cliffs Trail - Take Interstate 15 north to the Green Springs exit. Turn left on Green Springs Drive, then right onto Buena Vista Boulevard. In about
View across the reservoir toward surrounding mountains on Quail Creek Overlook Trail, Quail Creek State Park, April 2024 - Photo by Tom Garrison

Quail Creek Reservoir Overlook Trail From The South Shore, Quail Creek...

The hike featured great views of surrounding mountains and hills, colorful rugged terrain, massive dams, and a tranquil artificial lake.
Hiking Southern Utah Paradise Canyon

Hiking Southern Utah: Paradise Canyon, the “Central Park” of St. George

There is so much to explore and do outside in southern Utah that sometimes we forget the gems right in our own backyard.
The Southern Utah Independent

More Adventure, More Culture, More Community, & More Celebrations: Your Independent’s...

As The Southern Utah Independent approaches its 29th anniversary in March 2025, the publication is unveiling a series of exciting updates to enhance