St. George, Utah has transformed from gateway town to booming art hub. And whether you visit for theater amidst the red rocks or the galleries of Kayenta, you’ll find a big-city scene coupled with small-town charm.

Near the tip of Utah’s southwest corner is the modern and bustling community of St. George. While its ample outdoor recreation, serene red rock desert landscapes, luxe destination spas and proximity to Utah’s national parks attract visitors from around the world, this city of 105,000 was founded with more agriculturally focused designs in mind.

The surprisingly verdant red rock canyons, flowing waters and popular hikes make this Southern Utah’s most-visited national park. Though, too often travelers skip the surrounding region — known as Greater Zion — because they aren’t aware of its lure and why many locals choose it as their forever home.

You’ll get a huge taste of Utah’s inspiring beauty and outdoor adventure. Peruse our inspirational itineraries, based on mileage, provided below which include lodging and accommodations suggestions. Read these resources to learn how to travel thoughtfully and …

Some of Utah’s best state parks dot the landscape of Mighty Five country, swaddled by adventurous national forest or the rugged Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

Visit Utah’s Snow Canyon State Park for splendid scenery and outdoor activities ranging from cycling to hiking and rock climbing. Plan your perfect visit today.

Kanab, Utah is classic American West, surrounded by towering Navajo sandstone cliffs and vistas of sagebrush. This scenery has lured filmmakers to Kanab for nearly 80 years. Abandoned film sets near town have become tourist attractions.

Tucked into the southwest corner of Utah, Zion National Park is the centerpiece for a 6-day red-rock vacation that includes a little bit of everything that makes the state such a marvel to experience. Whether you’re flying into Salt Lake, Las Vegas, or nearby St. George, most visitors will enter the park through Springdale, a growing town ...

Looking to escape the snow? Take note from in-the-know snowbirds who flock to St. George — Utah’s southernmost desert city — to reap the rewards of mild temperatures and sunny skies. This wintertime refuge rolls out dramatic red rock canyons and palm tree dotted golf courses alongside southwest-inspired dining, shopping and cultural ...

In the remote desert of Southeastern Utah lies a stunning geological formation that rises almost cathedral-like from the eroded landscape below — Factory Butte.