A recent ad campaign by Utah’s Office of Tourism seeks to inspire travel to the state by focusing on its national parks. Home to 5 of the U.S. most beautiful parks, hikers and bikers and others find themselves inspired by the millions each year and for good reason. From history to diverse natural features, stunning views to exciting adventures, these national parks represent some of the state’s most visited destinations for travel. While summer in many of these areas can be quite warm and often busy, the spring and fall are less busy and temperatures a bit more comfortable for a day out on the trails. For this and many other reasons, we rank Utah’s national parks 5 of our top spring destinations for travel. Coconut Club Vacations invites you to learn a bit more about these great parks and why you should visit in 2015.
Canyonlands National Park
Massive in size, Canyonlands is over 527 square miles in size and is so large in fact, that it is divided into districts by the Green and Colorado Rivers. Open year round, what you see and do may vary depending on season due to extreme weather and temperatures during certain times of the year in the high desert. Spring is a wonderful time to hike as the temperatures are lower than in summer. April and May represent some of the most popular months to visit. The island of the Sky is by far the most accessible region and offers a variety of hiking, overlooks and even scenic drives and programs. You can learn more about them here.
Arches National Park
A total of 73,234 acres make up Arches National Park. Located not far from the city of Moab, it is most famous for its over 2,000 stunning arch rocks, a unique natural feature. In fact, one arch in particular, known as Landscape Arch, is considered the second longest in the world and is over 300 feet across! While summers here can be incredibly hot, an area known as the “fiery furnace” is a great place to explore in spring before the summer sun heats it up. Talk to a ranger about a guided hike and find out what makes it so popular. Visit their NPS site here
Capitol Reef National Park
Famous for its Waterpocket Fold, this massive park is located in the heart of what is know as the red rock country. A geology lovers paradise, it is ideal for hiking, backpacking and of course, rock climbing. The park is also known for its rich history including a history which dates back thousands of years in terms of human history as well. While rock-climbing is very popular here, it is limited to certain areas. Be sure you find out more before you go. Visit their site here.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Less desert than most of the other Utah Parks, Bryce offers forested plateaus, alpine areas and even skiing in winter. One of the most popular events at Bryce Canyon for the hiker is its Full Moon Hikes. Ranger led hikes are so popular in fact that a lottery helps choose those who are able to participate each year. To find out more, visit their website here.
Zion National Park
Last but not least is Zion. Utah’s first national park, it is filled with a rich history and a beauty which is almost unimaginable. An area literally created by the power of water, Zion is an expansive park which encompasses over 147,000 acres of rocks, historic sites, scenic overlooks, drives, trails, waterfalls, rivers and much more. Home to endangered species and amazing views Zion is perfect for a few hours or a few days. To find out more, visit their website here.
Utah is stunning, a state unlike any other and worth your time. Find out for yourself what makes this state so spectacular and enjoy in 2015.
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