Wild Utah
🏜️ Scenic Southwest • National & State Parks

Plan unforgettable road trips across Utah’s red-rock country

From the mirror-still waters of the Great Salt Lake to the arches, slot canyons, and high alpine lakes—here’s a friendly guide to trails, camps, and overlooks that hit the sweet spot between iconic and uncrowded.

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Featured Destinations

Hand-picked viewpoints & hikes
Zion

Canyon Overlook Trail

Short & dramatic; go early to beat the shuttle crowds.

Arches

Delicate Arch at Dusk

Iconic for a reason; pack water and a headlamp for the hike back.

Capitol Reef

Cathedral Valley Loop

Remote spires & Bentonite hills; check road conditions.

3-Day Red Rock Sampler

Balanced sunrise → night-sky plan
Day 1 — Zion
Shuttle to the Narrows; golden hour at Canyon Overlook.
Day 2 — Bryce
Sunrise at Inspiration Point; Figure-8 loop; drive Scenic Byway 12.
Day 3 — Arches & Moab
Morning at Windows; late day hike to Delicate Arch; star-gaze pull-outs on 191.

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Tips

Beat the Heat: Desert Safety 101

Electrolytes, sun sleeves, and starting before 8am will change your life.

Updated: Aug 2025

Gear

Lens Guide for Slot Canyons

18–24mm wide is king; bring a microfiber cloth for dust swirls.

Updated: Jul 2025

Parks

Antelope Island: Quiet Corners

Where to park for mirror reflections without the crowds.

Updated: Jun 2025

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