Utah National Parks

Utah’s national parks are the BEST of the Southwest – towering canyons, crazy formations, expansive scenery, arches, legendary hikes, and insane scenic drives. Each park offers something different, and the variety will continue to surprise you as you work your way from park to park. 

Places

Zion

• The Narrows & Riverside Walk. This trail takes you through a stunning 2,000-foot canyon.
• Angels Landing. Hike across the narrow ridge to the best overlook of Zion Canyon

Bryce Canyon

• The Amphitheater. The heart of Bryce Canyon, with thousands of tower-like formations called hoodoos.
• Route 12. Utah is a state full of incredible scenic drives, but this is Utah’s only All-American Road.

Capitol Reef

• Fruita. Take a break from driving and hiking and just hang out in this historic village surrounded by red rock canyon walls. Pick some fruit and eat some pie while you’re at it.

Canyonlands

• Shafer Trail. The Island in the Sky district of canyonlands is known for its panoramic viewpoints (all wonderful), but this switchback road from the top of the canyon to the bottom is one you won’t soon forget.

Arches

• Delicate Arch. Possibly the most famous feature in all of Utah, this is the best archin a park with hundreds of arches.
• Devils Garden. This amazing section has a lot of variety–tall canyon walls and several arches to explore.

Read

• Perfect Itinerary for Arches, Canyonlands, and Moab (2-5 Days)
• Utah’s Scenic Route 12: Connecting Utah’s Parks (16 of the Best Things to Do Along the Way)
• 11 Cool Side Trips Between Zion & Bryce National Parks
• The Perfect 3-Day Road Trip Through the San Rafael Swell & Central Utah (Helper, Goblin Valley, Price, & More!)
• Helper, Utah: Best Things To Do & Walking Tour
• 14 Very Best Things To Do in Green River, UT
• How to Visit Nine Mile Canyon in Utah (Quick & Easy Guide)

Watch

• Epic 8-day Road Trip to Utah’s National Parks [Zion to Arches] (62 mins)
• Eight Quirky Things to Do Between Zion & Bryce (11 min)
• The Perfect 3-Day Road Trip Through Utah’s Best-Kept Secrets (27 min)