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May, 2025
Outdoor adventures
Hike to Golden Throne
There are a ton of great hikes in Capitol Reef National Park. And we love them all! We also love recommending our favorite ones here on our blog. And today, we’re recommending a less-popular, but still fantastic, trail off the Scenic Route called Golden Throne […]
April, 2025
Outdoor adventures, Travel
Our Top 3 Picks for Memorial Day Weekend 2025
Sunscreen? Check. Water? Check. A perfect itinerary of how to maximize your Memorial Day Weekend? Well, it’s about to be double-check because we have some excellent suggestions on how to enjoy […]
March, 2025
Outdoor adventures
Spring Break Hikes in Arches National Park
Let’s Go to Arches for Spring Break 2025! Heading to Arches National Park this spring break? We’ve written about Arches pretty in-depth over here, so check out that as you make plans. But we wanted to pitch three hikes […]
March, 2025
Lodge Announcements
We’re Open!
We at the Lodge are busy making preparations to welcome guests back on the weekend of March 14th, 2025. Online reservations are open for available times during the coming spring and summer. […]
March, 2025
Outdoor adventures
Best Blossoms in Utah
Right now in Capitol Reef National Park, something really spectacular is happening! The orchards are blossoming! As you probably already know, Capitol Reef is very unique, in that it has working orchards of multiple varieties of fruit trees, which are maintained by the National […]
February, 2025
Outdoor adventures, Travel
Spring Break, 2025!
It’s almost the end of February, and that means it’s almost Spring Break! In just a couple short weeks, kids from all over the country will be out of school and looking to have some fun on their week off. So whether you’re a family with children, or a group of college-age students, we’ve got a great road trip suggestion for you […]
January, 2025
Nature, Outdoor adventures
Southern Utah is the Place to Ski
You probably already know this, but it’s ski season! Utah is famous for its snow, and its snow sports. (We’ve hosted the Winter Olympic Games once before, and are scheduled to do so again in 2034.) The big ski resorts near Salt Lake City are the most popular with tourists, but […]
January, 2025
Nature, Outdoor adventures, Travel
Winter Fun in Bryce Canyon
If your looking for an easy weekend getaway this winter, we know just the place – Bryce Canyon National Park! “What is there to do in Bryce Canyon in January?” we hear you ask. The answer is: plenty! In addition to all the natural beauty, fresh air, and sunshine that you’ll get to enjoy, there are lots of outdoor fun […]
December, 2024
Lodge Announcements, Travel
Free Days For 2025
We love all our great national parks. And we love them even more when they’re free to enter! Every December the National Park Service sets a few days aside during the coming year when all entrance fees will be waived. And we get to explore the parks for free! It’s the perfect way to celebrate the ending of one year […]
December, 2024
Nature, Outdoor adventures, Travel
Winter Is Here. And It’s A Good Thing!
Today is the first day of winter! And while that might make a certain percentage of the population groan, that’s only because they haven’t experienced Southern Utah during this season. Because, it turns out, winter can actually be one of the best […]