This review is for Scout Cave Trail which was a ~3.5 miles round trip that took ~2 hours to…read morecomplete. This was an unique and casual hike near St George, Utah. The first half of the trail was mostly flat with sand and lava rocks. The second half was a steady incline starting from the stairs. The end requires a little bit of rock scrambling to reach the cave. The views from inside and around the cave were spectacular. Utah residents ($15 entry fee) and non-residents ($20 entry fee). Decent sized parking lot to the left shortly after entering the state park. Trailhead and restrooms are located across the street from the parking lot. The only con would be that a small portion of the trail was next to the residential area. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/JekEJc_95hg

This mid March weather was hot during the day, but early morning hikes made it totally worth while…read more Tons of road biking, mountain biking, and hiking trails to enjoys, as well as rock climbing. The views are amazing and there are plenty of parking areas to pull off to adventure hike or bike. The campground is about $35 per night depending on your camping needs (car/tent camping-fulk RV hookups) This facility has bathrooms and shower rooms as well as covered pick up tables for some of the full hookup sites. Weekends get busy so highly recommend booking online early.

Needed something to do before checking into my hotel and this was on the way there....I was so…read moresurprised I had never heard of this location after doing all my research prior to my visit to Zion. There's free parking, unlocked bathrooms, water bottle fill ups, lots of trails, and it is genuinely one of the cleanest parks I've ever been to. Some really awesome plants with information and history markers. I highly recommend going here with or without other people- theres space to follow your heart's desire and hike up any rocks you find, there's enough freedom where you aren't crowded with other people on 1 trail.

I took my dogs on this trail for a hike and they were happy and tired! HAha. Amazing rock…read moreformations and views! It's only 1hr and 45 mins drive from Las Vegas. Just wanted a different scenery out of Vegas. They also have a garden area. It is worth a drive! No entrance fee. Free parking and they have plenty different areas to park.

Visit Oct 4, 2025 afternoon. Did the train. $2 each. Nice ride. It's diesel…read more Park is wonderful. We saw the volcano go off and it had steam and sound from dinosaurs. Fantastic park play structures. But please fix the second zip line. It's most popular attraction and many kids want yo line up to do the zipline. One is there but inoperable.

I am not much of a playground connoisseur, but I must say this is the coolest and most impressive…read moreone I've ever been to! I was hanging out with my nephews for the holiday so we went to thunder Junction, there is no entry fee, but you'd think you were entering an amusement park. Lots of things to see and do and play with, mostly playground type things, but also some neater stuff like these splash pad water area, and the small train. Highly recommend this for the kiddos if you're in St. George or just passing by.

This review is for the St. George City, Utah Water Department for their introduction of the…read moreEyeOnWater program where they've installed Leak Alert Detector devices on our water meters and an app to download and review the usage in real-time. Recently, I received an email notice from the Water Department, stating that my water meter was now equipped with the leak detector and at no additional cost, I could download the EyeOnWater app, enroll and monitor my usage in real time. That day I received a push notice I had an 8 1/2 gal/hr. (192 gal/day) leak since installing the leak detector on September 18th that I was completely unaware of. The leak was observed at that time only because the detector was installed that day, but most likely, the leak could have been there for years. Then the quest to find it began. Since I already knew, thank God, where the water system for the Main and irrigation system met at the south side of my house, I began digging there (I was unable to find any areas of puddling water anywhere on my property that could indicate a possible leak) luckily within a short time the ground began showing moisture, then mud, then finally water. It was my Main water line that the geniuses who backfilled the trench when the home was built, dumped a 50 lb. boulder on it. (SMH), thanks, Ence Homes! In the end, the repair went well, saving thousands of dollars from having to pay plumbing professionals $$$$$. I am extremely grateful that the St. George Water Department made the decision to put these leak detectors on and make them available for us to monitor. Update: 11.24.25 Now, having the opportunity to use the EyeOnWater app and monitor my water usage without the 192gal/day water leak, I find most days we're using under that amount in total unless we're doing laundry and/or outside irrigation. So, for possibly some years now, we've lost 192 gal/day, everyday thanks to the incompetent people Ence Homes contracted to backfill our irrigation/main water line trench. Our new Ence Homes slogan is, Ence Homes, the ROCK of homebuilding. (No pun intended.) We couldn't be more grateful to our St. George City Water Department for the incredible decision to place leak meters on our systems, which, again, was the deciding factor that exposed our leak. It is also fantastic to have an app that is as well, extremely useful for monitoring our water usage (every 15 minutes if we want to see how much water a flush, shower, washing machine or the outside irrigation usage is. Otherwise, we can monitor the usage weekly, monthly and/or annually.) from now on. Again, we are so grateful to our Water Department, THANK YOU!

One of the friendliest cities in the West. We spent two nights here while visiting Zion. There are…read moremany cool and FREE experiences in this city but I've highlighted a few of my favorite ones... Free - Thunder Junction - Best for kids 10 and younger. Red Hills Desert Garden- They allow kids to run around and be kids (epic games of hide and seek anyone?). Pioneer Park - Great at sunset, attached to Red Hills Desert garden. Tonaquint Nature Park - Same area as Thunder Junction. Lots of paths and gardens to explore. Not free, but cool - Culvers. It's like Dairy Queen but with better food. Dutch Bros Coffee - hundreds of drink options, but my favorite is the Carmel Apple Smoothie. Weird - One city road has you driving on the left side of the road...

Utah is one of the most majestic, awe-inspiring states and has been such an unexpected joy in my…read morelife - if you had told me 10 years ago that I'd be spending a significant part of my life in Utah I never would've believed you lol. Exploring Utah over the past 4-5 years has changed me - I have developed such a deep appreciation for the deserts and canyon lands that I used to vehemently dislike thanks to the Beehive State! Our 45th state is packed full of burnt orange cliffs and slot canyons, deep green rivers, towering multicolored mountains and hoodoos, unlimited arches and natural bridges, well preserved dinosaur footprints, and an insane amount of petroglyphs and pictographs dating back many thousands of years. I thoroughly enjoyed combing through my Utah photo collection from the past several years and I hope my pics will give you a sense of the vast land of adventure this state holds! When my son got out of the marines, he announced he was moving to Salt Lake City to go to college with his marine "brothers" - at the time I was absolutely devastated bc I thought he'd always live with me forever until the end of days (as I'm sure all mothers do LOL) - but he went off to make a life for himself with his newfound military bros (how dare he??!!!) His decision ended up being such a wonderful turn of events in all our lives - not only did it open up a whole new world of outdoor adventures and American history to explore, but it also brought so many wonderful people into our lives and given us a whole new branch of our family!! His military bros are the most fantastic people and their families have all become part of our family! The outdoor activities and wildlife are unparalleled- and the people are the kindest I've ever encountered. My son has utterly thrived in Utah and excelled at "The U" in his engineering major. This state will forever hold a special place in my heart! It's a hidden gem and I hope it stays that way - but I don't think it will bc apparently it's one of the fastest growing state in the US waaaa!! So I highly recommend visiting - but also please don't so it won't change LOL!!

Just Go (#10) We've…read morevisited the Great State of Utah many times over the years. This is an updated review. We love Utah because they have some of the most beautiful National Parks, which I mentioned extensively in my original review. We even revisited Bryce Canyon during Covid year (2020)... it was a great place to social distance ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Aside from these iconic national parks we also found some national monuments, landmarks and small towns to visit including Virgin Town. If passing by don't forget to stop at the Buffalo Trading Company and try their awesome buffalo burgers... and did you know that there is a real UP House located in the southwestern City of Herriman? You won't find Carl, Ellie and Russell here, though. This house isn't cartoon. Old Irontown (Cedar City) - located in the southern part of Utah Old Irontown is said to be the very first ghost town in Utah. What we found was an off-the-beaten trail that led to the historical part of Old Irontown and a charcoal kiln was one of the landmarks in the ghost town... no ghosts, just a bunch of fire ants! Yikes! Park City Historic Main Street - I was charmed by this popular historic mountain town. Lots of shops and restaurants, bars and breweries, entertainment, galleries, and nearby hotel and lodging. It was once a silver town and hosted the Winter Olympics in 2002. Reminded me of Virginia City in NV. Bonneville Salt Flats (Wendover) - this was cool! We drove here in 2020... can't practice anymore social distancing than being here at the Salt Flats. We drove a mile out from the west rest stop area and checked out this densely packed salt bed. I had no idea that Southern Utah was once a dinosaur stomping ground (no pun intended) and that inside the St George Dinosaur Discovery Site @ Johnson Farm is the original intact track surface. Thank you Great State of Utah... so much natural beauty! Review #1348 updated

Sometimes I'm in absolute awe of nature-and this lovely park inspires all of the awe. It's not…read morelarge, but in the space that they have, they've done a great job to make this space welcoming and beautiful for all. There's a path that winds through the park that takes you through the trees, past the flowers and the bushes. There are signs throughout that tell visitors what plants are in the area, so you can better identify what you're looking at. Even though it gets extremely hot in the summer, there's a good amount of shade, so this park can be enjoyed morning, noon and night.

The Tonaquint nature center is another free place to check out when visiting St. George. The nature…read morecenter is part of a large multi-use public park with plenty of flat walking areas. The best time to visit would be Fall because the entire area was full of yellow and orange trees (Freemont cottonwoods). We walked here after visiting Thunder Junction and it was a nice place to stretch our legs and take in a nature walk. - Duck pond

If you have ever driven from Vegas to St. George, you've experienced the views of the Gorge. The…read morerock formations are indicative of what Utah has to offer, even just a little bit. I love driving through this portion of the journey because it's scenic and it means we're almost there. Be sure you're looking around and up when you drive through; nature is amazing.

What an amazing drive through the Virginia River Gorge. You are going to want to hit the gorge at…read morethe peak afternoon, when the sun is right about overhead. You will also want to be a bit selfish and not be the driver so you can completely enjoy the oohs and ahhs views. It is so strikingly beautiful that I -- the passenger through the pass -- wanted to turn around for a do-over. The Virgin River Gorge, located between St. George in Utah and the tiny town of Beaver Dam, Arizona. If you are heading in the direction of Utah, you are in luck, as there is a beautiful river that runs along Interstate 15. The canyon itself was carved out by the Virgin River. Moving through the canyon is a bit of a winding drive, and the rocks jet up, revealing steep, orange and burnt orange cliffs. Unfortunately, there is not a pullout as you are moving through the gorge -- and it is very enticing to want to stop. Given the speed with which people are driving and the winding road, it would not be safe to pull over for a look. Immediately after leaving the gorge, you can stop by the Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area. It is a camping and hiking area, with day-use ($2 per vehicle). The views looking back toward the gorge, though not as impressive, are gorgeous. And there is ample space to walk around, take a lunch and use the restrooms (which are flush toilets and kept clean). There is not easy access to the river from here, however if you have a short stop.

Kolob Canyons as part of Zion National Park is an underrated gem much less visited than The Narrows…read morein Zion. It's located about an hour north of the main park entrance, off the highway on the way to Cedar City. An admission fee is required to enter this area of the park. We arrived around 8:30am and there were only several cars in front of the visitor center. We checked in with our national park passes and started the 5-mile scenic drive up to the top of the mountain. There's are many pullouts along the road to take pictures and see the beautiful views. A circular parking lot is at the summit with vault restrooms and a nice view of the Kolob Canyons. The secret here is to hike the 0.5 mile trail with the trailhead at the parking lot. The hike has a little elevation, but a 76-year old in our party was able to hike all the way. The views at the end of the trail are phenomenal and worth the trip. We spent a lot of time here taking pictures and soaking up the sights. We could see far into the horizon, past the mountains into Arizona on a clear day. For me, visiting Kolob Canyons was my favorite and most memorable part of my Utah trip. The crowds here are nearly nonexistent, though parking at the top of the mountain can get full. If you're ever in the area, I highly recommend adding Kolob Canyons to your itinerary!

Beautiful trails on this side of Zion. Nice easy access right off the 15 freeway. Not too crowded…read moreand pretty shady most of the way. There's lots to look at and climb. This could easily be an all day hike if you stop to explore the surroundings and climb the rocks around the trail. Very fun and beautiful!

Though relatively small in size, Kolob Canyon is mighty when it comes to beautiful views and…read moreengaging hiking opportunities. Basically the back side of Zion, it has a short scenic road and both easy and more challenging hikes available. The views are pretty amazing from the road, even if you don't ever get out of the car. This is a regular stop on our road trips, usually on the way back home. During the rainy season or just after it, there are amazing waterfalls that drop from the sheer cliff faces. Definitely something worth seeing! As you drive up to the entrance, there is a little visitor center with some interesting local information. It's also where you will pay your entrance fee and interact with any rangers for additional information if you need it. They also have Zion date stamps. While it isn't a destination in and of itself, it is worth making a stop on any road trip. Five stars.

Stopped by for info and for some souvenirs including a park donation Zion park ticket…read more Nice little shop, Matt helped us today, thank you... great friendly service

I really love this park. It might not be the biggest, but it's fairly quiet and not overly busy…read more The park is kept tidy, and in general people are well behaved here. Oddly enough we saw a stray rooster here. Not sure how he got here. There are also some other birds and a couple of ducks.

I really enjoyed visiting this park, didn't get in the lake, but definitely enjoyed sitting under a…read moretree, perhaps next time I'll get in :)