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PUBLISHER AWE…. the long-awaited summer, the summer that felt like it took over a year in the making . The anticipation of travel, exploring, and adventuring has made it hard for me to sit still and focus on the task at hand. Many things are back to the way they were pre-pandemic, I’m avoiding using the word normal or new normal. Summer camps, family fun centers, water parks are open and thriving. Our outdoor spaces (thank you pandemic) are a bit busier than they once were as we welcome all you newbies who recently discovered the truly amazing outdoor experiences here in Utah. Summer in Utah is truly magical, so many different and unique places to explore. A personal favorite are the high elevation lush landscapes of the National Forests. They provide many ways to stay cool when the heat of summer is on and they are the perfect playgrounds for our fourlegged furry family members. Check out Explore your Backyard on page 24 for some cool Doggie Destinations in Utah’s epic five National Forests. Speaking of the heat of summer, as I’m sure you are all aware, we are heading into a pretty significant drought here in Utah. As I’m composing this letter, the La Sal mountains above Moab are on fire. This fire is thought (at this time) to have been started by an unattended camp
fire and this now uncontained and running amuck. It’s destroying wildlife habit and animals, homes, trails, and the firefighters are putting their lives on the line trying to tame this beast. PLEASE be aware of your actions and know the fire safety rules and regulations. In case you need a refresher, we asked the Utah Office of Tourism, to chime in and give us some fire safety tips on page 12. Have you heard of the Every Kid Outdoors Passport Program? This is a local program from the Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation, see page 28 for all the details. AND, this summer we have partnered with them and are giving away a summer family adventure in Cedar City and Brian Head. Contest details are on page 29. YEAH!!! Now get out there and have an EPIC summer with your KIDS!!
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BOOTS COATED IN DUST AND A THOUSAND OR SO EXTRA IMAGES IN THE CAMERA ROLL. Are there more obvious signs of a great summer getaway? With the 60th anniversary of the Utah Shakespeare Festival, higher elevations, and cooler temps, a trip to Cedar City is just the thing! Bags packed and bucket list for adventure in southern Utah in hand, we’re setting out to discover the ultimate summer adventure basecamp. In and around Cedar City are a variety of environments, activities, and incredible views, making it easy to extend your stay. Within an hour drive from the heart of downtown we discovered brightly colored rock formations and wildflowers, ancient trees, and stories etched into stone and spoken from a stage.
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THE UTAH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL First stop on your Cedar City vacation? One of the oldest Shakespeare festivals in America, the Utah Shakespeare Festival! Thrilled to be returning in time for their 60th anniversary season, you better believe that they’re pulling out all of the stops to provide a wonderful experience for all who join them! A Tony Award-winning repertory theater experience with eight plays performed every year in three beautiful theaters, the Utah Shakespeare Festival makes Shakespeare exciting and accessible through modern interpretations and vibrant performances. While tickets for plays can be reserved at bard.org, there is one part of the Utah Shakespeare Festival that doesn’t require a ticket.
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Settle in on the lawn in front of the Englestad theater as music fills the tree-lined courtyards and the chatter of the crowd evolves into laughter and song along with the performers of the free nightly Greenshow. A lighthearted performance with delightful dances and lively music, the Greenshow is always sure to leave you smiling. FRONTIER HOMESTEAD STATE PARK From Elizabethian sonnets to the wild wild west, the Frontier Homestead State Park is another Cedar City favorite. Imagine for a moment that you’re a stagecoach driver steering your team across the Old Spanish Trail, or a steam shovel operator digging ore in an iron mine. At the Frontier Homestead you can easily make history a part of your story with hands-on activities that take you back in time to the founding of Cedar City. Tour pioneer
homes and classic wood cabins. Test your prospecting skills with gold panning and take home a glimmering souvenir. What is one of our favorite experiences at the Frontier Homestead? Playing school in the one-roomed Deseret Schoolhouse. On the whiteboard you’ll find the Deseret Alphabet, a phonetic language developed by early Mormon Pioneers to Utah. Translating it feels just like breaking a secret code! Write fun messages and jokes to your friends in a secret language and pretend for just a bit that you’re a real-life pioneer. CEDAR BREAKS NATIONAL MONUMENT & BRIAN HEAD Home to curious wildlife and bristlecone pines that have been hanging around since the last millennium, time DISCOVERUTAHMAGAZINE.COM 9
seems to stand still at Cedar Breaks National Monument, and that’s really not a bad thing. After a chaotic year, an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of the city sounds ideal. To top it off, it’s at 10,000 feet in elevation which means the temperatures stay cool and comfortable. The early Paiute people called Cedar Breaks the “Circle of Painted Cliffs” referring to multicolored stone ridges in this natural amphitheater that’s over 2,500 feet deep and more than three miles across. During the month of July, the fields surrounding the monument are almost as vibrant as the rock formations themselves! The annual Wildflower Festival is a great time to take in the diversity of plant life around the meadows and along the trails. Pick up a Cedar Breaks Wildflower guide from a park ranger to see how many you can find. Hike the two-mile paved sunset trail for the best variety of wildflowers along the way and a great scenic overlook at the end. Or embark on the four mile Spectra Point/ Ramparts trail to spot flowers as you wind along the rim of the plateau and end at a stand of ancient bristlecone pines. BRIAN HEAD SUMMER ACTIVITIES After taking in the panache of color and variety of wildlife and flowers alike at Cedar Breaks, take a five-minute drive to the town of Brian Head for lunch. As a local favorite, the pizza and pasta at Pizzano’s Pizzeria is always great for feeding a large group, and their calzones are huge! Right next to the Giant Steps Lodge of Brian Head Resort you can watch the mountain bikers fly down the Brian Head Bike Park while you eat.
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On weekends from June – September the resort transforms into a summer playground with a lift-serviced mountain bike park and wide range of summer activities. Take in the surroundings and Cedar Breaks in the distance with a scenic chairlift ride, a run on the alpine tubing hill, or try the zipline.
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Want a view that is a must for any visit to Brian Head? Get a picture at the top of Brian Head Peak! At 11,312 feet this is the highest peak in Iron County and the view is unbelievable. Along the 0.2-mile loop at the top you can spot stunning wildflowers along the way, and best yet, it’s pet friendly so every member of the family can join on this adventure. VisitCedarCity.com
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TRAVEL TIPS: How to Responsibly Enjoy Utah’s Great Outdoors During Fire Season BY MELISSA FIELDS
BY NOW YOU’VE LIKELY HEARD ABOUT THE HISTORIC DROUGHT CONDITIONS ACROSS ALL OF UTAH, setting the stage for one of the most potentially dangerous wildfire seasons ever. Does that mean indulging in some of summer’s sweetest rituals—camping, riding ATVs in the backcountry and sitting around the warm glow of a crackling campfire—are out of the question? Not as long as they are done so responsibly. Following are tips to consider before you head out on that camping or river trip you’ve been looking forward to all winter long. BE FLEXIBLE As of mid-June 2021, more than 300 fires had already sparked up across Utah (90 percent of which were human caused.), signaling the early beginning of what’s almost sure to be a very active wildfire season. Thankfully, wildfires are generally localized and impact only the immediate areas where they occur. Utah covers more than 54 million acres, offering plenty of geographical alternatives for recreation. Regardless of where you’re headed in Utah—to one of the national parks or forests, BLM land or a state park—the most up-to-date wildfire information can be found at Utahwildfire.gov (@UtahWildfire on Twitter and Facebook). For extra peace of mind, consider make alternative plans or reservations. The cancellation fees for camping, cabin and backcountry lodge reservation portals, like recreation.gov and reserveamerica.com, are minimal and changes may be made within days of scheduled arrival. PRACTICE RESPONSIBLE CAMPFIRE PRINCIPALS Every part of sitting around a campfire—from how the hairs standing up on the back of your neck at the conclusion of a ghost story to the sticky-crunchy sweetness of biting into a s’more—hold an almost universal nostalgia. After checking utahwildfire.gov for in-effect fire restrictions, be sure to practice these Leave No Trace campfire ethics when indulging in this time-honored summertime ritual: have a bucket of water and shovel on hand, build your campfire in a designated fire ring only (a makeshift stone or portable metal fire ring doesn’t count), keep the fire small and when you’re ready to go to bed or leave, douse the flames and stir with a shovel until the coals are cool to the touch. And
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never, ever build a campfire in high winds. Note: propane fire pits and cook stoves are OK to use during campfire bans. BE AWARE OF THE OTHER COMMON WILDFIRE CAUSES Campfires that get away from people or that are left unattended, however, are just one of the humantriggered causes of wildfires. An even more frequent cause is target shooting. When rocks are used as a backstop for targets, the resulting ricochet sparks can easily ignite dry grasses and other close-to-the-ground fuels. Good vehicle maintenance is also must when the fire danger is high. Ensure the tires on your car are properly inflated to avoid sparking-throwing blowouts, avoid parking or driving over dry vegetation and keep the chains on your RV and trailer hitch from dragging or hitting the ground as you travel. ATV or motorcycle riders should strap a fire extinguisher to their rig before heading out on the trail. IF YOU SEE A WILDFIRE OR SMELL SMOKE Call 911. Though Utah’s public lands are managed by several different agencies, including the Utah Department of Natural Resources, the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service, 911 dispatchers are trained to route a wildfire report to the proper jurisdiction. STAY INFORMED A red flag warning is a weather-related forecast indicating that warm temperatures, low humidity and strong winds have or will significantly elevate the fire danger. The National Fire Danger Rating System is used daily during wildfire season by the U.S. Forest Service to help visitors understand current conditions and prevent human-caused fires. The “adjective” ratings—low, moderate, high, very high, and extreme—are typically posted at the entrance to national forests and/or parks within Smokey Bear signs. UDOT’s Emergency Alert page lists wildfire-caused road closures and re-routing information. For more tips to navigating Utah during fire season, check out the visitutah.com website.
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IT’S COOLER AT ALTITUDE—in every sense. Aside from perfect summertime temps, Park City delivers a trademark cool that translates into big grins, fist pumps, and maybe even some top-notch family bonding. Teens who are lucky enough to vacation or staycation in Park City this summer can zip, cruise, or meander through all manner of action and adventure. Here’s the lowdown on our teen-approved summertime favorites. RESORT-SIDE ACTION Loosely speaking, Park City is home to four “resorts:” Woodward Park City, Utah Olympic Park, Park City Mountain, and Deer Valley Resort. These Mother Nature-graced, mountain playgrounds allow teens to go big or take a more laidback approach to adventure—with or without parents and/or siblings in tow. Woodward Park City, packs huge fun into its 120-acre action sports campus. With an emphasis on sports progression, this highoctane resort seems tailormade for teens (and teens-at-heart), offering DIY as well as guided adrenaline-pumping action: lift-served mountain biking, BMX jumps, skateparks, and much more. The 66,000 square-foot indoor hub adds parkour, pump track, ramps, trampolines, and a 10,000 square-foot concrete park to the X Games-inspired mix. Reserve your session, clinic, or summer camp in advance as this place is hopping all year long. Site of the 2002 Games for Nordic jumping, bobsled, skeleton, and luge events the Utah Olympic Park, is bubbling with activity all summer long. Whether your teen prefers buckling into a harness for high-flying fun, watching elite athletes flip and soar off the poolside training jumps, touring the interactive museums, or spending an evening at a drive-in movie (held in the parking lot), this place just oozes Olympic-inspired fun. Check out the Gold pass ($75) for three-and-a-half, action-packed hours of everything from extreme tubing and navigating ropes courses to ziplining and cruising the alpine slide. For those seeking some downhill thrills, Park City Mountain’s, alpine slide and alpine coaster deliver some swooping entertainment. There’s also lift-served hiking and biking for some selfpropelled descents. With a carnival-esque feel, the resort’s Adventure Park (the Park City Village side) has everything from putt-putt golf to tasty food trucks. And at the Canyons side of the resort, golf is the main draw. Free live music is likely to return to the resort this summer as well.
Deer Valley Resort, keeps it trails-focused with lift-served hiking and mountain biking as well as upscale dining, and—fingers crossed—a trio of outdoor music series this summer. The big attraction for thrill-seeking teens: stunning, Gravity Logic-designed downhill flow trails. Whether your teen prefers the beginner-friendly Holy Roller, the no-holds-barred (somewhat terrifying) expert Tsunami, or the still-white-knuckle-worthy, intermediate Tidal Wave is up to them, or you. SPLASHABLE FUN With a handful of reservoirs—plus natural lakes— within easy striking distance, water play is always a go-to for a great way to savor school-free days. The biggest and closest, Jordanelle State Park, has beaches, campsites, fishing, boat rentals (waterskiing anyone?), and more. Rockport, Deer Creek, and Echo reservoirs have a variety of offerings (from archery to ziplines) and all kinds of watercraft activity. For more remote adventure, explore the nearby Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, home to more than 1,000 lakes and rock climbing, camping, fishing, and backpacking opportunities. For a wee toe-dip, Pebble Beach, located near Deer Valley Grocery-Café, is a great little spot for an introduction to stand-up paddle-boarding, one-wheeling, or learning how to cast a fly-fishing line. FREEWHEELING THRILLS With more than 400 miles of trails, there are plenty of mountain-bike-accessible thrills to be had throughout the greater Park City area including, but not limited to, the aforementioned resorts. Check out Mountain Trails Foundation, and Snyderville Basin Recreation, maps for the latest and greatest routes. For the skater/scooterloving set, City Park and Trailside Park both have concrete skate parks as well as fields, hoops, volleyball, and tennis facilities. For the BMX crowd and those working on their technical bike skills, Trailside’s Bike Park and the city’s Dirt Jump Park (adjacent to Creekside Park) have plenty of berms, jumps, flows, and bumps to navigate and grind. DISCOVERUTAHMAGAZINE.COM 15
Of course, just going for a cruise is always an option. A slew of well-marked, paved paths link most neighborhoods throughout Park City, which means rollerblading, scootering, pedaling, or e-biking (check out the bikeshare stalls, if you need e-wheels) are all fun ways to explore town. GUIDES AND GREENS You can’t go wrong with an expert-led outing— whether you’re completely new to a sport or well-versed in its nuances. Check out White Pine Touring, for rock climbing, biking, and hiking. All Seasons Adventures, offers everything from fly fishing and horseback riding to trap shooting and mountain biking. For a Weber River expedition, Destination Sports, is the go-to outfitter for rafting, kayaking, and more. If your teen favors manicured greens over untamed wilderness, tee up locally at Park City Golf Course, or Canyons Golf. Venture to neighboring Midway where Wasatch Golf, Homestead Golf Club, and Soldier Hollow, have a combined 90 holes of stunning, publicly accessible play. Homestead also has a natural hot spring-filled crater worthy of a dip. Of note: Be sure to check for discounted twilight and juniors tee times. ARTS, EATS, SHOPPING, MUSIC, AND MORE For some creativity-hued, hands-on experiences, check out classes and studio sessions at the Kimball Art Center, The Paint Mixer, and Red Flower Studios. Or, see what imaginative wares artisans have dreamed up at the Park Silly Sunday Market, a weekly, eco-friendly Main Street gathering that has it all: eats, drinks, live entertainment, and stall-upon-stall of locally crafted wonders. Looking for another homegrown experience? Hop a free city bus to the Park City Farmer’s Market, held in the Silver King parking lot at the base of Park City Mountain resort, for a feast of fresh produce, baked goods, and more, every Wednesday. Speaking of eats, for a teen-centric (yet, still adultenjoyable) dining experience, check out the 3,500 square-foot Champions Club (think Pac-Man, billiards, and more) at Stein Eriksen Lodge, steinlodge.com. Similarly swanky-meets-fun, Daly’s Pub & Rec at Montage Deer Valley, has teen-friendly games— including bowling—alongside family-friendly cuisine. Or, ditch the game room vibe for some casual, al fresco nibbles at Versante Hearth + Bar’s lawn, which has live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
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shop, and pause for a treat (don’t miss the candy apples at Rocky Mountain Chocolate). Thankfully, live music appears to be making a comeback this summer with nonprofit Mountain Town Music, leading the charge. Most of the MTM local concerts are free, outdoors, and just a teen-friendly bike ride away. And as pandemic-related protocols evolve, look for larger shows at venues like Deer Valley and Canyons. Pro Tip: Lodging rates dip significantly in Park City’s shoulder seasons (April, May, September, October, and November) and summer accommodations are much more affordable than peak winter prices. If your dates are flexible, look for room-and-adventure packages at Deer Valley and Park City Mountain resorts as well as deals at even the swankiest hotels and property rentals throughout the area. A FINAL WORD: For all high-altitude adventures—from hard-charging mountain biking to chilling on a grassy hillside for a concert—always remember sunscreen, water, and an extra layer or two. VisitParkCity.com
Writer and editor, Jane Gendron, came to Utah “just for one summer” 23 years ago — and never left. Now, a dog, a husband, and three kids later, she feels downright lucky to call Park City home. When Jane isn’t hiking, biking or skiing, she writes for PR clients and publications, ranging from Fodor’s to Ski Utah.
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This Road Trippin’ article is a continuation from the 2020 fall magazine. Which I’m sure you have sitting prominently on your coffee table or night stand… right?! If not, and you want to explore Scenic Byway 12 in its entirety (which I highly recommend) by combining Part I with this article, then you can go to our website, (yes, we have one of those, too ) DiscoverUtahMagazine.com, click on magazine archives, then Fall 2020, go to page 14 and begin your journey at the south western end/junction with HWY 89 near Panguitch. Part II of our Roadtrippin’ journey along Scenic Byway 12 begins in Escalante and ends in Torrey, which is the gateway to Capitol Reef National Park. Here we explore more of the vast desert landscapes of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument followed by the high elevation destinations on Boulder Mountain in the Dixie National Forest. Escalante (elevation 5,820 feet) is the midpoint of Scenic Byway 12. This small, yet vibrant town is 60 miles east of Bryce National Park and 67 miles south of Capitol Reef National Park. Here you will find 20+ overnight options including yurts, cabins, RV parks, campgrounds, motels, hotels, B&Bs, and VRBOs, 8+ dining options, as well as a variety of art galleries, outdoor shops, and a natural foods market. If you are exploring the area for the first time, we highly recommend a guided tour. One the of the best canyoneering guide services in Utah is located here: Excursions of Escalante. They have many great family-friendly options for safely leading your family through technical slot canyons. First stop here is the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center, located at 775 W. Main Street in Escalante (435-826-5499). In addition to finding out the latest road and trail conditions, this is a great educational stop for kids. When visiting the vast and remote Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, it is always a good idea to check in here prior to heading out, especially if it’s your first time. Cell service is limited, road conditions change, and this area does not have the same infrastructure (signs, paved roads, bathrooms, water, trash cans) as the state parks and national parks in Utah. If you are exploring off the paved roads, always be prepared with plenty of water, food, maps, wag-bags, extra clothing, proper shoes, and first aid. Be sure to stop at the Head of the Rocks Overlook near mile marker 70. This overlook provides an incredible view of just how big and vast this area truly is. Up next is Kiva Coffeehouse, located just past mile marker 73. This locally-owned kiva is home to yummy homemade eats and coffee as well as some locally made artesian wears and pottery. (13 miles south of Boulder, 15 miles north of Escalante.) Next stop is the Escalante Trailhead, located at mile marker 74. From this trailhead you can hike to the 100 Hands Pictograph site, the Escalante Natural Bridge, and Phipps Arch. The 100 Hands Pictograph trail is less than 1 mile and travels along the cliffs overlooking the Escalante River on the northeast side. There are three Fremont era pictograph panels along the route: the Big Horn Panel, the Shaman Panel, and the Hunter Panel. Do you know the difference between a pictograph and a petroglyph? Pictographs are paintings on stone, using natural pigments and they are usual in areas that are protected from weathering, such as a cave or alcove. A petroglyph is an image that is carved or scratched into stone. UPPER CALF CREEK FALLS
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The hike to the Escalante Natural Bridge is an easy 4.4-mile (out-and-back) hike. The trail weaves in and out of the river, which is always fun for the kids. Just before reaching the natural bridge there are some great petroglyphs. Phipps Arch Trail is a moderate 6.4-mile (out-and-back) hike that also begins from the Escalante Trailhead. This hike is less traveled than the hike above and you will also pass by the Maverick Bridge as a bonus. Do you know the difference between an arch and a natural bridge? An arch is formed by many years of weather and wind erosion and a natural bridge spans high above the ground between canyon walls and is formed by a river or stream erosion. On the road again, less than a mile away is the Calf Creek Recreation Area (elevation of 5,400 feet) which includes a 13-site campground (first-come, first-served basis), day-use picnic area, and restrooms. The 6-mile (out-and-back) moderate hike to Lower Calf Creek Falls is a must do. The trail is fairly flat but has several sections of pretty deep sand, which can be challenging. This epic 126-foot waterfall produces a great swimming hole at the bottom and has many water crossings along the route. This is a popular location, best time to visit is
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midweek or be sure to arrive early as the parking lot does fill up by midmorning. Next, 2.5 miles further along HWY 12 is the trailhead for Upper Calf Creek Falls. The elevation here is 6,525 feet and the trail begins with a 600-foot descent down a slickrock face, which may be challenging for young kids, especially on the way out. The views here are epic, looking down into the Calf Creek Canyon and taking in the vast expanse of this incredibly massive National Monument. The Upper falls are 88-feet tall and the trail leads you to the top of the waterfall. There are a couple great swimming holes if you follow the creek upstream about a ¼ mile from the top of the falls. Boulder (elevation 6,703 feet) is located 27 miles northeast of Escalante and 36 miles south of Torrey. This tiny town, with a population 250 residents, is worthy of a stop or would make a great basecamp to explore the many nearby adventures. The award-winning iconic Hell’s Backbone Grill is a must for the foodie family where you will find truly local farm-to-table cuisine. The Burr Trail Grill, just next door, provides gourmet burgers, craft beers, and tasty homemade pies. Magnolias Street Food is a funky, cool, retrofitted, aqua-colored bus transformed into a food truck that serves up some yummy Mexican cuisine in the shady parking lot of the
With Boulder and the desert landscapes of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument in the rearview mirror, we are now heading to the cooler temps and higher elevation of Boulder Mountain and the Dixie National Forest. Within just a few miles, our surrounding changes drastically and we are enveloped by the expansive pine and aspen forests and green lush meadows. Be sure to keep an eye out for the wildlife (and cows) that frequent the road side. Boulder Mountain is the highest timbered plateau in North America with the highest peak, Bluebird Knoll, at 11,313 feet in elevation. This area is home 80 lakes and ponds and hundreds of miles of OHV and hiking trails. One of the most scenic hikes here is the Bowns Point Trail which is a moderate 2.5-mile (roundtrip) hike that offers amazing panoramic views of Capitol Reef National Park, the Henry Mountains, and the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. The road to access this trailhead requires high-clearance 4WD. Singletree Falls is a short easy hike that is less than a mile roundtrip. Singletree Falls flows from Singletree Creek, overflowing at a 30-foot waterfall. Be sure to pack water shoes and swimsuits for this one.
Anasazi State Park Museum. There you will find ample area to dine outside on a picnic table or on the grass. The Anasazi State Park Museum is the perfect educational stop. The museum has both indoor and outdoor exhibits including a life-sized, six-room replica of an ancient Anasazi dwelling and a view of a portion of the original site. This area was home to one of the largest Ancestral Puebloan communities west of the Colorado River. From Boulder there are two routes that connect to Torrey and Capitol Reef National Park. Option A, which is our plan here, is to continue along HWY 12, traveling 30 miles up and over Boulder Mountain where the elevation reaches 9,606 feet to the junction of HWY 24 in Torrey. Option B is more of a backcountry route that heads west out of Boulder on the Burr Trail for 42 miles and then connects to the Notom Road. Notom Road travels through the southern portion of Capitol Reef National Park for another 25 miles to the junction with HWY 24. (FYI, we will be highlighting adventures along this route in the fall magazine!)
Lower Bowns Reservoir is a great spot to cool off in the water, fish, hike, camp, or picnic. Accessing this area requires high-clearance 4WD. This reservoir is the largest on Boulder Mountain, sits at 7,000 feet in elevation, and is about 45-feet deep making it a very popular locale for fishing enthusiasts. Back on HWY 12, it is 17 miles to reach to intersection with HWY 24 in Torrey. If you are not stopping to visit Lower Bowns Reservoir, be sure to look for it to the east as you start descending Boulder Mountain, along with your first views of the red rock landscapes of Capitol Reef National Park. Torrey (elevation 6,830 feet) is the gateway community to Capitol Reef National Park, located 8-miles west. This small (215 residents) tourism community is hopping in the summer months. Be sure to stop at the Torrey Visitor Center located at the junction of HWY 12 & 24 where you find local travel information and maps. Here you will find 20+ overnight options including teepees (Capitol Reef Resort), covered-wagons (Broken Spur). cabins, RV parks, campgrounds, motels, hotels, B&Bs, and VRBOs, 15+ dining options, as well as a variety of art galleries, gift shops, and a general store.
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WE’RE ALL FAMILIAR WITH UTAH’S MIGHTY FIVE NATIONAL PARKS: ARCHES, BRYCE, CANYONLANDS, CAPITOL REEF, AND ZION. They have all seen a HUGE increase in visitation over the last few years. Even during 2020, these locales were busier than ever. But, when traveling with our furry friends, visiting our backyard national parks is not high on the list, as these places are not dog-friendly destinations. But did you know that Utah has another Epic 5 and these locales are prime destinations for both dogs and kids? YEAH! Utah is home to Five National Forests totaling about 13% of the land within the state, and these high elevation destinations are perfect for summer dog-friendly adventures. As always, please be sure to know before your go and check the rules and regulations prior to visiting a new area. We have even provided links for each forest to make it easier! Most forest service areas abide by these rules: dogs must be on-leash in campgrounds, picnic areas, at trailheads, and in developed recreation areas. Once you are out on the trail, dogs are not required to be on leash but should be under voice control at all times.
Located 28 miles northeast of Logan and 25 miles southeast of Garden City, this majestic high elevation lake sits at 8,050 feet and offers many hiking options, including Naomi Peak and White Pine Lake. Naomi Peak is a 3.3-mile (one-way) hike and is the highest peak in the Bear River Range with an elevation of 9,979 feet. The views from the peak are well worth the trek. The 3.8-mile (one-way) White Pine Lake Trail leads to a beautiful lake nestled in a cirque between Mt. Magog and Mt. Gog. There are several lakeside backcountry campsites perfect for a quick overnight backpack adventure. Fs.usda.gov/uwcnf
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is the Dixie National Forest occupying almost 2 million acres. This forest stretches 170 miles across southern Utah, with elevations ranging from 2,800 near St. George to the highest point 11,322 at Blue Bell Knoll on Boulder Mountain. (FYI…The Roadtrippin’ article on page 24 of this issue highlights some adventures on Boulder Mountain.)
Navajo Lake is a beautiful high-elevation (9,000 feet) lake that is ideal for cooling off and adventuring with dogs. In addition to the lake, this location is also home to some epic hiking and mountain biking trails. The Navajo Lake loop is an intermediate 8.6-mile trail that circumnavigates the lake. The 4-mile section on the north side is best for beginner mountain bikers and provides a few great access points to the lake as well. The Navajo Lake Campground is located lakeside and has 27 sites which are all on a first come, first served basis. Navajo Lake Lodge has 11 cabins that are all pet-friendly and offers boat, canoe, and kayak rentals. Fs.usda.gov/dixie
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is the Fishlake National Forest which occupies 1.5 million acres in central Utah and is headquartered out of Richfield. Fish Lake is located 40 miles southeast of Richfield and is Utah’s largest natural mountain lake and is the ideal place to cool off as the heat of summer kicks in. This high elevation (8,850 feet) destination not only provides adventures in
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Topping the list as well as the state is the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest which is the largest national forest in Utah covering nearly 2.1 million acres. And, it’s is one of the most frequently visited national forests in the nation. This is due primarily to its close proximity to the majority of Utah’s population, and the variety and abundance of year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. This mighty forest stretches north to south, from Logan to Spanish Fork, and then east from Salt Lake City to southwestern Wyoming. Tony Grove is an adventure enthusiast’s summer paradise. DISCOVERUTAHMAGAZINE.COM
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the water, but is home to xx miles of hiking, biking, and OHV trails. The Lakeshore National Recreation Trail parallels the western shore of Fish Lake and is the best place to enjoy the fall colors. This 14-mile trail is broken up into 4 sections. Section 1 is the easiest and offers amazing views of the both the forest and the lake. This 3-mile section begins at the west end of the Doctor Creek Campground and connects with Bowery Haven Resort. Pet-friendly overnight options here include several forest service campgrounds as well as cabins at Bowery Haven Resort. Fs.usda.gov/fishlake
#4 is the Ashley National
Forest which is located in northeastern Utah and southwestern Wyoming, encompassing 1.3 million acres with elevations ranging from 6,000 feet to Utah’s highest point, Kings Peak, at 13,500 feet. One of the main attractions here is Flaming Gorge Reservoir with 360 miles of shoreline, over 600 camp and picnic
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sites, and nearly 100 miles of trails. And for those looking for more of the comforts and amenities of home, both Red Canyon Lodge and Flaming Gorge Resort offer pet-friendly rooms. One unique offering at Flaming Gorge is their Paddle Trails. These are specific routes designated for kayaking or stand-up-paddleboards. Dutch Draw is an awesome side canyon with several smaller canyons to explore. Begin your paddle at either Mustang Ridge or Sunny Cove. Kayak/SUP rentals are available at Cedar Springs Marina and more information on the specific paddle routes can be found at Flaminggorgecountry.com/ paddling-flaming-gorge. Fs.usda.gov/ashley
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definitely not least, is the Manti–La Sal National Forest which covers more than 1.2 million acres in central and southeastern Utah and western side of Colorado. The La Sal Mountains near Moab are the
often-snow-capped backdrop for many of southeastern Utah’s well-known red rock iconic landscapes in both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. This mountain range is the second highest in Utah, with the highest peak, Mount Peale, at 12,721 feet in elevation. This area is abundant in dog-friendly recreational opportunities. We have a few favorites: Brumley Arch is a moderate 2-mile hike (round trip) starting from the Squaw Springs trailhead off of the Geyer Pass Road. The trail descends into Brumley Creek where you find a waterfall and the arch. The Clark Lake Loop is a moderate 2.5-mile loop that connects Oowah Lake and Clark Lake. There are three forest several forest service campgrounds Mason Draw, Oowah, and Warner Lake. For a list of pet friendly lodging in Moab go to - DiscoverMoab.com/ pet-information/Fs.usda.gov/ mantilasal
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Health - Every Kid Outdoors BY INDIA NIELSEN BARFUSS
What is the Utah’s Every Kid Outdoors Initiative? In 2019, the Utah Legislature
unanimously passed “Concurrent Resolution Supporting Utah’s Every Kid Outdoors (EKO) Initiative,” which highlights research that shows time outdoors is beneficial for kids (and adults!). This resolution says the Legislature and Governor “recognize it is critical for the well-being and development of Utah's children that we promote a healthy, active childhood filled with outdoor experiences for Utah's children.” Because of that legislation, the Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation (OOR) administered a one-time (2020) grant from the Legislature to support outdoor youth programming. This includes facilitating an EKO passport program with 10 free or low-cost outdoor activities that any kid can enjoy, regardless of background or ability. Any kid who completes the passport will win a prize. The Utah OOR also established Every Kid Outdoors advisory committee whose mission is to encourage kids, families, and schools to get outside and engage in outdoor recreation, connect with nature, and understand the mental and physical benefits that come from spending time outside. This group consists of 19 people who work statewide in fields ranging from land management, healthcare, after-school programming, to higher education, and more. WHY DOES IT MATTER? + Time outdoors — as little as 20 minutes at a time — has been shown to have positive effects on your physical, social, and mental health. + You can experience health benefits by simply being
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in an outdoor space like a park, even if you just sit on a bench. + Time outdoors benefits all people. It has been shown to decrease blood pressure, heart rate, and even cortisol (stress hormone) levels. + One study found improved self-esteem and mood within five minutes of exercising outdoors, with the greatest self-esteem improvements in youth. + Other studies have found that when kids learn and play outdoors, it can improve their problem-solving skills, creativity, and performance in reading, writing, math, and science. + Learning and playing outdoors can help youth improve their relationship skills and reduce stress and anger. PASSPORT PROGRAM Utah has an EKO passport program with 10 free or lowcost outdoor activities that any kid can do, regardless of background or ability. Any kid who completes all 10 activities can send their passport to the Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation and receive a prize donated from a local outdoor company. Go to page 30 for an EKO passport or download the passport (with instructions on how to turn it in) at business.utah.gov/outdoor/eko. We currently have passports in English and pasaportes en Español. WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES ON THE PASSPORT? + Observe nature and wildlife in Utah. + Explore Utah's parks, public lands, and wild places. + Experience The Greatest Snow on Earth. + Gaze at the starry sky. + Bring along a friend to discover nearby nature. + Splash in Utah's rivers, lakes, and streams.
Organizations, Educators, and Decision-Makers and Supporters.
+ Follow a trail. + Plant a seed. + Play on Utah's rocks and mountains. + Be a steward and take care of Utah's outdoor places. WHAT OTHER RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE? The Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation has an Every Kid Outdoors advisory committee which is creating, updating, and uploading resources online. Resources are categorized for: Parents and Families, Youth-Focused
UTAH OFFICE OF OUTDOOR RECREATION Utah is home to the nation’s first Office of Outdoor Recreation. The Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation’s mission is to ensure all Utahan’s can live a healthy and active lifestyle through outdoor recreation. They work to elevate voices from across the outdoor industry, including human- and motor-powered recreation, land management agencies, conservation groups, and businesses and organizations that support all people getting outside regardless of skin color, ethnicity, age, outdoor background, physical ability, or recreation preference. We accomplish our mission through programs like Every Kid Outdoors and the Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant, and with the help of our advisory committee. business.utah.gov/outdoor/eko
EKO Passport Contest This summer we are partnering with the Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation’s EKO passport program and some awesome Utah companies to give away a Utah family adventure trip. GRAND PRIZE: A summer family adventure trip to Cedar City and Brian Head. Trip includes 2 nights lodging, guided adventure (ATV or horseback riding) and a day at Brian Head Resort. HERE ARE THE DETAILS: 1) Check off all 10 activities on the passport. 2) Write an essay, draw a picture, create an illustration or video highlighting something you learned or loved while participating in one of these 10 activities. NOTE: Because this is a summer contest and one of the activities listed is “Experience The Greatest Snow on Earth” we are open to creativity here, as most of the snow has melted, so this item could be combined with “Splash in Utah's rivers, lakes, and streams".
Deadlines – Sept 30th 2021 How To Enter
EMAIL Take a photo of your completed passport and email it to us along with your contest entry Mo@DiscoverUtahMagazine.com MAIL Send your completed passport along with your contest entry to: Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation C/O India Nielsen Barfuss 60 E. South Temple, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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Find out more about the Every Kid Outdoors Initiative by visiting: business.utah.gov/outdoor/eko
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EKO EXPLORER
Become an EKO Explorer! Do you want to explore more of Utah’s amazing outdoor places? Well grab your family or a friend and let’s go! Utah’s Every Kid Outdoors Initiative is a summer challenge you can take anywhere in Utah. A lot of these activities can be done in your backyard, a nearby park, your school, one of our 44 State Parks, 5 National Parks, National Forests or public lands. When you complete an activity, have a parent, teacher, counselor or guardian initial it for you. When all 10 activities are complete, you officially become an EKO Explorer! You will receive your certificate by sending in your completed passport to:
EKO Explorer Home Base: The Office of Outdoor Recreation 60 E South Temple, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Observe nature and wildlife in Utah
Explore Utah’s parks, public lands, and wild-places Experience the Greatest Snow on Earth
Gaze at the starry sky
Bring along a friend to nearby nature
Splash in Utah’s rivers, lakes and streams
Follow a trail
Plant a seed
Play on Utah’s rocks and mountains
Be a steward and take care of Utah’s outdoor places
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Wasatch Mountain Institute BY HILARY LAMBERT
OVER THE COURSE OF THE PAST YEAR, substantial work by Wasatch Mountain Institute (WMI), in partnership with Jordanelle State Park, has been completed at Rock Cliff Recreation Area. The goals of this project have been aimed at increasing public access, enhancing trailhead services, restoring the accessible boardwalks, providing restrooms, opening the north campground, and reopening the long-dormant nature center. Jordanelle State Park Manager, Jason Whittaker, commended WMI for its determination to support the state park in revitalizing the site saying, “The Rock Cliff area offers a special natural, outdoor classroom that will enable the creation of enriching, innovative, and engaging opportunities for visiting students and teachers as well as the general public. I am grateful for all of you and the dream you are pursuing.” Through generous grants from the Governor’s Office of Outdoor Recreation and the federal Recreational Trails Program, WMI completed substantial renovations to expand
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visitor access to the area. Through a Rocky Mountain Power Blue Sky grant and a gift from Enyo Energy, WMI has completed the installation of a 32.68kW solar array on the roof of the nature center…among the first major solar projects in a Utah state park. As a resource for the public and a program site for WMI, Rock Cliff is a refuge and a place for authentic discovery of the many features that make the Wasatch a unique and bountiful place to call home. Wasatch Mountain Institute is a Utah 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting children, families, and communities to the wonder, recreation, and education opportunities of the Wasatch Mountains. WMI was founded in support of Utah’s Every Kid Outdoors Initiative (EKO). Visitors to Rock Cliff can achieve many of the goals of EKO, including observing migrating birds and the seasonal Kokanee salmon while walking the restored accessible boardwalk
trail to the banks of the Provo River. Visitors can also hike the 0.75-mile Three Rocks Trail to gain a sweeping view of the Wasatch Back and Jordanelle Reservoir, launch boats onto the clear water, or walk on the ice to fish in the winter, camp and stargaze, learn about local ecology and sustainable solar power in the nature center, mountain bike the 10-mile perimeter trail to Ross Creek, and more! Wasatch Mountain Institute is creating a powerful network of outdoor learning centers with wide reaching programs including family learning activities, teacher workshops, retreats, and immersive, overnight school programming that enhances the connection of Utah residents to the value of these iconic mountains. This vision is inspired by the model of Teton Science Schools in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where WMI founders Jack Shea and Wayne Turner served as Executive Director and Chief Fundraising Officer respectively. WMI is all about bringing powerful place-based education and recreation-focused experiences to the more than 600,000 PreK-12th grade students living along the Wasatch front and back. Living within view of these ever-present mountains, many Utah residents – particularly kids – spend little to no time in them. WMI’s professionally-led programs guide participants into the natural world in fun, enriching, engaging, and safe ways, and are designed to serve a diverse range of individuals. WMI uses recreational experiences as the vehicle to educate participants as they deepen regional learning in geology, ecology, scientific research, human history, sustainable economic development, and the importance of Utah’s unique landscape. Over the next year, Rock Cliff Recreation Area will be the beneficiary of significant state funding made possible by the Utah Legislature. With this funding, substantial outdoor recreation facilities will be created and opened to the public. WasatchMountainInstitute.org
Hilary believes in the power of outdoor recreation to inspire learning and the power of nature to inspire our souls. She is enthusiastic about connecting children of all ages and their families to nature through hands-on, place-based outdoor and environmental education opportunities. Hilary is the Program Faculty for Wasatch Mountain Institute. She loves adventuring with her family- her husband Patrick, James (4), Hanna (2), and Scout (the dog). She has a BA in Geography from The University of Mary Washington and an M.Ed. In Curriculum and Instruction from Weber State University.
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