Utah is an outdoor lover’s paradise year round, but is particularly bucket list-worthy in the winter, offering everything from its famously killer snow on the ski slopes to five national parks to the south. Whether you’re looking for a snowy wonderland or a gorgeous place to enjoy milder temperatures in the colder months, here’s 12 unmissable destinations to enjoy Utah in winter.
If you’re looking for diverse scenery and amazing hiking, a road trip to the Utah National Parks may be the perfect vacation for you. Utah has five spectacular National Parks for you to explore (frequently called the Mighty 5) and this post covers everything you need to know about planning an epic Utah road trip, from where to start, when to go, and everything you need to see along the way.
If you’ve only got a day to see this hidden gem, it can be challenging to figure out how to best make use of your time in the park, which is packed to the brim with vibrant arches, domes, and cliffs just waiting to be explored. Keep on reading for a complete guide on how to spend one day in Capitol Reef National Park, from where to stay to the very best hikes.
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