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What can I do in St. George, UT on my upcoming trip
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St. George, Utah, offers a wide variety of activities, especially for those who enjoy the outdoors. Here's a breakdown of things you can do on your trip:

1. Outdoor Adventures & Parks:

  • National and State Parks:
  • Zion National Park: St. George is an excellent basecamp for exploring Zion, which is about an hour away. You can enjoy epic hikes among sandstone cliffs, cool off in the Virgin River, and spot wildlife like mule deer and bighorn sheep. Popular hikes include The Narrows, Canyon Overlook, and Observation Point.
  • Snow Canyon State Park: This "locals' hidden gem" offers a variety of hiking trails, from family-friendly to more adventurous. You can explore petrified sand dunes, Jenny's Canyon (a short "faux slot canyon" perfect for scrambling), and unique lava tubes.
  • Sand Hollow State Park: Known as "mini Lake Powell," this park offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and diving in Sand Hollow Reservoir. You can also ride ATVs on the dunes of Sand Mountain.
  • Gunlock State Park: If you're visiting in the spring, you might be able to see Gunlock Falls, which only flow every couple of years. It's a fairly easy trail to the falls.
  • Quail Creek State Park: This is another great option for water recreation like boating and fishing.
  • Red Cliffs Recreation Area: This area offers hiking, including the Red Reef Trail.
  • Pioneer Park: Catch a sunset here and enjoy the sandstone destinations for climbing.

  • Hiking:

  • Beyond the major parks, you can find other cool hikes like Babylon Arch Trail, Scout Cave Trail (in Snow Canyon), and Petrified Dunes Trail (also in Snow Canyon).
  • For a unique experience, consider Yant Flat (Candy Cliffs) in Dixie National Forest, which features "unique layers of swirls in the landscape."
  • You can also visit Toquerville Falls, a stacked waterfall where you can cool off or even cliff jump (if you have a 4WD, you can drive right up to it).

2. Arts, Culture & Entertainment:

  • Tuacahn Amphitheatre: Catch a show at this outdoor amphitheater surrounded by red rock scenery. The shows change annually.
  • St. George Children's Museum: A good option for families.
  • St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm: Explore dinosaur tracks and fossils.
  • Red Hills Desert Garden: A beautiful garden to stroll through.
  • Southwest Symphony: Their season runs from October through May.

3. Other Activities:

  • ATV Tours: Experience Utah's desert landscape on an ATV tour in Sand Hollow State Park.
  • Golfing: St. George has numerous golf courses, including the top-rated Entrada at Snow Canyon.
  • Town Square Park: A nice spot to relax and hang out.
  • Green Gate Village Shops: Explore these shops for a different kind of outing.
  • Thunder Junction All Abilities Park: A great park for all ages and abilities.
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