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When you come to Zion, the best show in town starts 15 minutes before sunset. No matter where you are in the park, the last few minutes of direct sunlignt turns the normally muted tones of nature into a saturated spectacle. Smith Mesa is one of my favorite places to...
When Mormon pioneers first settled the valleys of Utah, an oft-quoted passage from Isaiah helped them maintain hope that they could survive and even flourish in this harsh, but beautiful land: "The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the...
Any visitor to Zion will tell you that it's one of the most beautiful places on Earth. No matter what part of the park you see, you are sure to be treated to a feast for the eyes and the soul. But one thing I've learned from a lifetime of outdoor exploration is that...
It should come as no surprise that Spring is a glorious time of year in Springdale. But there are many things about this resort town which many people don’t expect. On the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day, my wife and I spent the night in Springdale to celebrate our...
Here's a Challenge: Find a map of the United States and draw a circle at a scale representing a 100 mile radius. Keep drawing circles all over the map until you find one that contains the following: 15 locations administered by the National Park Service, including 2...
When most people think of visiting Utah in winter, chances are good that they are envisioning snow-capped mountains and world-class skiing. What many people don't know is that some parts of Utah rarely see snow at all. After my Valentine's Day trip to Southern Utah’s...
Surrounded by the towering cliffs of Zion National Park, the small community of Springdale, Utah serves as the hub of activity for visitors from all over the world. Originally settled as an agricultural community, the town has evolved to meet the needs and desires of...