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September, 2019
Outdoor adventures
Southern Utah on an ATV
When you think about Southern Utah, you think about the national parks. And the remarkable scenery. And hiking, biking, climbing, and rafting through that scenery. Like most people, we at the Lodge at Red River Ranch love doing all of those things. […]
September, 2019
Travel
Senior September
Hey, everyone! Now that Labor Day Weekend has come and gone, summer is unofficially over. Kids are back in school, there aren’t any more long weekends coming up; it’s back to the regular routine. Well, for a lot of us anyway. But if you’re retired […]
August, 2019
Outdoor adventures, Travel
A Grand (Staircase) Adventure
A lot of people drive Utah’s Highway 12 Scenic Byway (often referred to as the All American Road) and perhaps you have too. The iconic route stretches from Torrey, Utah and Capitol Reef to Bryce Canyon National Park. And along the way […]
July, 2019
Education, Entertainment
The Bard and More
There’s a lot going on here in Southern Utah that people don’t always know about. And if you’re traveling to the area from out of state, then you might not realize what’s available. Everybody knows about all the national parks, of course, but not everyone is familiar […]
July, 2019
Outdoor adventures
Camping in Capitol Reef
If you’re planning on spending any time in Capitol Reef, you might want to camp in the park for a night or two. It can be fun to make a fire, grill some hot dogs, and sleep beneath the desert stars. (Plus you can always shower […]
July, 2019
Lodge Announcements, Nature
Best Fruit Ever
If you’ve ever been to Capitol Reef National Park, then you’ve undoubtedly seen the orchards of Fruita. The orchards are managed by the National Park Service, and when the fruit is ripe, they open the orchards for visitors. If you’re lucky enough to be in the area […]
June, 2019
Outdoor adventures
Cathedral Valley – The Definitive Guide
Cathedral Valley is the forgotten section of Capitol Reef. It’s hard to get to, requires a high-clearance vehicle, and offers no services. And, for the most part, it doesn’t even look like the rest of Capitol Reef. So, it’s no wonder that most people pass right on by. But if you want […]
Summer of Learning
There’s a lot to know about Southern Utah, from it’s geology to it’s history, it’s a pretty fascinating place. And since we at the Lodge at Red River Ranch are always excited to share local educational opportunities, we thought we’d let you know about a couple of […]
May, 2019
Outdoor adventures, Special Places
Drive the White Rim Road
Canyonlands is the most remote, least developed, and least visited national park in Utah. Which is great! This makes it the perfect place to get a taste of real wilderness – to really explore the backcountry. And nowhere in Canyonlands is more rugged […]
April, 2019
Travel
Make Memorial Day Plans
Hey, hey, hey! Memorial Day Weekend is coming up fast. If you’re anything like us, you’re getting pretty excited for the chance to knock off work for a couple days, and spend the long weekend exploring Southern Utah. It’s time for a road trip! And it’s also […]