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Hiking Southern Utah: Zebra and Tunnel Canyons

The mouth of Zebra Canyon is wide upon entry but soon narrows. You may encounter some pools, especially if the area recently had rain.
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 Moapa Peak

Hiking Southern Utah: Moapa Peak

The climb up Moapa peak is an unrelentingly steep, exposed, and exhausting endeavor and one that is best suited for those who are in superb shape and are comfortable with massive exposure.
Hiking Southern Utah: Shivwits Arch

Hiking Southern Utah: Shivwits Arch

he Virgin River Gorge has beautiful views that most people just observe as they drive through it on their way to somewhere else.
Sand Bench Trail

Sand Bench Trail, Zion National Park

This moderately strenuous hike, a mostly sandy trail, features splendid views of lower Zion Canyon and adjacent mountains.
Hiking Southern Utah: Many Pools

Hiking Southern Utah: Many Pools

Trekking above the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel is my husband’s favorite day-hike destination, but until recently, we had failed to find a path that was free of tourists or that was remote but didn’t trigger my trail terrors.
Watchman Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Watchman Trail, Zion National Park

This easy hike, with a fairly strenuous elevation gain in the middle section, on a well-maintained trail features great views of lower Zion Canyon.

Movie Review: “Saturday Night” Has Its Moments But Doesn’t Quite Live...

“Saturday Night” is one of those films that I really want to love but try as I might, I simply don’t. A shame because I’m a fan of director Jason Reitman.
Hiking Southern Utah: Whiterocks Amphitheater Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Whiterocks Amphitheater Trail

The Whiterocks trail is a scenic trail with multiple options for hikers of all abilities.
Hiking Southern Utah: Cinder Cone Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Cinder Cone Trail

The Cinder Cone Trail is easily accessible from St. George. Simply follow Bluff Street north out of town, driving 10.25 miles from the junction of Bluff and St. George Boulevard.