Utah National Park

Spectacles of natural rock formations, Utah national parks boast some of the most breathtaking scenery you will ever experience

Touring Utah national parks is a breathtaking experience. Each of the state’s national parks provides uniquely spectacular scenery. Utah’s most visited national park, Zion is a spectacle of enormous sandstone monoliths that tower 2,000 to 3,000 feet above the canyon floor. Bryce Canyon is a showcase of colorful rock spires and pinnacles in a series of natural amphitheaters. Named for its sandstone domes, Capitol Reef boasts a variety of picturesque delights, including natural bridges, narrow gorges, and the remnants of the pioneer town of Fruita.

The best way to explore Utah national parks and appreciate their beauty is on foot. Each national park boasts a variety of trails, from short, easy strolls to long, strenuous climbs. Zion features everything from the ¼-mile jaunt to Weeping Rock to the four-mile, arduous ascent up to Observation Point, one of the best top-down viewpoints of Zion Canyon, the park’s most visited area. Bryce Canyon includes everything from a leisurely walk along the level rim to the 23-mile Under-the-Rim-Trail, which covers over half the length of the park below its natural amphitheaters’ rims. Capitol Reef offers everything from the one-mile hike to Hickman Bridge to a challenging 4.5-mile ascent to Navajo Knobs.

When planning your trip to Utah national parks, contact the Garfield County Travel Council, located in downtown Panguitch. We can supply you with the latest information on lodging, recreation, dining and outfitters offering ATV tours to horseback rides to scenic flights. Panguitch makes an ideal headquarters for visiting Utah national parks. The charming town is 75 miles from Zion, 115 miles from Capitol Reef and only 24 miles from Bryce Canyon.