People from all over the world come to Utah to visit Zion National Park, and it’s definitely one of the Beehive State’s most impressive places. But there’s another spot that’s not far from Zion that many people don’t know about. Check out this seriously underrated slice of heaven.
The Red Cliffs National Conservation Area encompasses 45,000 acres. It’s located directly north of St. George, in Washington County.
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This vast, beautiful area is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. These public lands are available for everyone to enjoy.
Deanne A/Tripadvisor You’ll pay just $5 per day to access this area.
Here, you’ll find deep canyons…
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…intriguing landscapes…
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…and even an occasional hidden oasis.
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The rock formations are varied and interesting.
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There are more than 130 miles of trails in this area, and they’re available only for non-motorized use, which means that you’ll definitely find peace and quiet here.
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Hike the Silver Reef Trail, which takes you to an area where you’ll find dinosaur tracks.
ThePrincessE/Tripadvisor These Jurassic-era tracks include those from Grallator, Eubrontes and Kayentapus species.
Explore the Harrisburg Ghost Town and Orson Adams House, which was restored in 2006.
Bureau of Land Management/flickr Look for the interpretive signs onsite to learn more about this little settlement.
Camp overnight in one of the developed campgrounds. You’ll enjoy fire pits, sheltered picnic tables and level tent sites.
Iwan1977/Tripadvisor Camping is just $15 per night.
You could spend months exploring all that Red Cliffs National Conservation Area has to offer.
ThePrincessE/Tripadvisor Take a look at the Bureau of Land Management’s website to learn more.
Have you visited the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area? We’d love to see your photos and hear about your trip!
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You’ll pay just $5 per day to access this area.
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These Jurassic-era tracks include those from Grallator, Eubrontes and Kayentapus species.
Look for the interpretive signs onsite to learn more about this little settlement.
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Camping is just $15 per night.
Take a look at the Bureau of Land Management’s website to learn more.
Here’s another Utah gem – this hiking trail takes you to one of Utah’s most stunning archaeological treasures.
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