A Guide to
Everything Utah
and Surrounding Areas
Information found here is provided as a resource for the people, places, activities, and adventures found within this state. Utah is quite unique because of the high number of scenic attractions that include high mountains used for winter and summer sports. Not only is it home to 15 ski resort, but within the state's boundaries you'll also find five federally designated national parks and seven national monuments, 43 parks designated by the state, and the very large number of canyons, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and other natural attractions. In recent decades this state has been regularly recognized for the life-quality that residents enjoy, and is constantly being highly rated for elements such as a robust economy, workforce, and its happy and above-average healthy people population.
Long considered as one of the happiest states in the nation, Utah is a place that strengthens a healthy mental state through active outdoor lifestyle by exposure to sun, air, and pleasing scenery. Those who have lived here their entire lives often surprise themselves as they discover new adventures and secret locations they have never seen, or heard of. The many attractions, events, and activities in Utah are easily accessible and it is possible here to enjoy a variety of experiences and climates, all in a single day. Utah is called The Crossroads of the West and is accessed through a variety of major road corridors, and airports, by visitors from all over the world. Here you'll also learn some of the Utah facts that inquisitive minds will want to know.
Gateway cities, or entry points to this state are also found in the surrounding states of the west including, Colorado, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, and Wyoming. Major cities where visitors traditionally start their exploration of Utah are Salt Lake City, Denver, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These cities all offer excellent region airport access, vehicle rental services, and are connected to Utah via Interstates 15, 70, and 80.
Salt Lake City and surrounding areas such as Provo/Orem, and Ogden, each offer excellent urban experiences such as fine dining, community events, arts, and entertainment. Visitors and locals alike also may enjoy the unique history, four beautiful seasons, desert country, waterfalls, hot springs, golf courses, shopping, and all the activities and resources you'd expect to find in a place like Utah.
This travel site is intended to be a Utah Guide and Utah Directory of information about this state. This website guide provides details about education opportunities, government, religion, land and all things that are valuable elements to life in this state. While many people from around the globe have begun to realize what Utah offers, many come here for one particular purpose or interest, not realizing the quality of other experiences that are also to be found here. This is a site that is also loaded with photos and videos of attractions and activities throughout the state.
Utah National Parks: Within this state are five designated national parks, each with a different scenic look and feel. These parks have unique names that come from either history or the types of land-formations.
Utah Skiing and Outdoor Recreation: A large part of the interest in this state comes from the opportunity to pay to ride a life up a mountain just so you can slide downhill, but when seasonal snows are gone this state's diverse terrain gives visitors great opportunities to engage in activities like hiking, mountain biking, watersports, camping, and canyoneering.
Utah Cultural and Historic Sites: Perhaps the first and best indication of Utah's cultural heritage is obtained with a visit to Utah's most visited destination. Temple Square, in downtown Salt Lake City, is home to the Salt Lake Temple and to the headquarter offices of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also sometimes referred to by a nickname of Mormons. This destination draws millions of visitors annually many of which are seeking to learn more about the beliefs and constant growth of this worldwide religion. Weekly performances of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square send attendees away with a sense of awe and reverence for not only the skills of the choir and orchestra members, but with a sense of reverence for the spirit with which these performances are conveyed. Utah's colorful history includes stories of Native Americans, pioneers, settlers, farmers, ranchers, inventors, educators, scientists, sports competitors, entertainers, and even some of the most famous outlaws of the west such as Butch Cassidy.
Utah Events and Festivals: Various arts festivals, music festival, parades, and celebrations offer cultural experiences that bring additional perspective to the people who have this state into the welcoming environment that it is today.
Asphalt and Dirt Passages: Diverse outdoor offerings extend beyond national parks to scenic byways such as Scenic Byway 12, and many others driving routes that pass over diverse terrain and through canyons or forests.