Your Weekend Outdoors

Grab the Kids and Take a Hike!

Camping

With over 7,000 campsites, few states can compete with the virtually unlimited variety of camping opportunities found in Utah. Highlights include alpine camping in the Uinta highlands or one of the many other high mountain ranges; desert camping among the cacti and Manzanita brush of Utah's red rock country; boat camping on Lake Powell, Flaming Gorge, or one of the many other lakes and reservoirs; camping in a wilderness area, or a more civilized put-in at one of the state's national parks, national forests or state parks. With so many camping opportunities available, one of the most difficult aspects of Utah camping can be deciding where to go. 

For tips on Utah camping, check out this book written by Utah-native Mike Matson!

Hiking and Backpacking

The best way to experience the diverse landscapes of Utah is by walking through them. Utah has some very remote areas that are accessible only to serious backpackers, but routes to other stunningly beautiful scenes are merely "pleasant walks." You'll find that once you get off the beaten path on foot, Utah's mountains and deserts will "open up" for you in unexpected ways.

For hikes near Salt Lake, check out this book written by Utah-native Mike Matson!