Utah is home to five of the most unique National Parks in the United States, it’s an adventurer’s dream. Within a few hundred miles you can see Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Zion National Park. All this splendor means there are some pretty incredible photos of Utah floating around and we wanted to share them with you!
Sure each park deserves a dozen photos of their own, but ain’t nobody got time for that! So we put together our 12 favorite Photos of Utah’s natural splendor. There are two shots from each National Park in Utah, and a couple bonus ones from Monument Valley. We hope you enjoy our favorite pictures of Utah!
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Photos of Arches National Park
People flock to Arches National Park to soak in a mesmerizing landscape of contrasting colors and rock formations. These stone from through-ways unique to Utah in terms of magnitude and splendor. The park contains hundreds of soaring towers, precariously balanced boulders, and over 2,000 natural stone arches. This wonderland will leave visitors in awe with it’s jaw-dropping views. No wonder these two incredible photos of Utah were taken here!
Photos of Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park is home to largest collection of hoodoos in the world, and let me tell you, they do not disappoint. The park contains four main viewpoints all within a few miles of each other. The most famous of these lookouts is Bryce Point, but don’t overlook Inspiration, Sunrise or Sunset Points. Trails traverse down to the floor of the plateau and allow you to wander aimlessly through the valley’s forests. We loved our time in Bryce so much that we named it to our list of Five Family Friendly National Parks!
Photos of Canyonlands National Park
Canyonlands National Park protects 337,598 acres of sharply cut canyons, mesas, and piercing spires in southeast Utah’s high desert. Containing four distinct districts, divided by the Green and Colorado rivers, each possesses its own character and offers different opportunities for exploration and adventure. Just be sure to pack lots of water and extra gas, it’s a long way between the four regions!
Photos of Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is actually a hundred mile long wrinkle on earth’s surface. This wrinkle creates a treasure chest of canyons, cliffs, and domes unique only to Capitol Reef. While you’re there be sure to spend a few hours exploring the numerous historic buildings and its beautiful orchards containing cherry, apricot, pear, and apple trees!
Photos of Zion National Park
Towering cliffs explode out of the valley floor with only one way to go… up. Regardless of the hike you choose, you will be doing some climbing. With inspiring views, challenging trails, and incredible diversity Zion National Park is a beautiful embodiment of the state’s diverse and unique landscape. Just be sure to arrive early, Zion fills quickly!
Photos of Monument Valley
While Monument Valley technically isn’t a National Park, it’s still one of our favorite places in Utah. The Najavo Tribal Park features some of the most impressive stone monoliths we’ve ever seen. It’s also exactly what we picture when we think of the Wild West! The park actually spans over 90,000 acres, meaning you’ll never run out of places to explore.
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We hope the 12 amazing photos of Utah have inspired you to visit. Even the limited pictures we chose can’t convey the beauty of the landscape. The best way to experience it is simply to go and see it for yourself. Then share your pictures with us so we can live vicariously through them!
So please let us know in the comments below… Have you ever been or would you ever visit Utah? What’s your favorite out of the 12 photos of Utah? Still have questions or comments, let us know in the comments! Where’s your next vacation taking you? Please remember to like and share
God Bless, K+J!
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Verse of the Week: James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
Something we’re trying to incorporate into everyone of our blogs is a quick devotional. As Christians we believe it is important to spread the good news and take account of all we’ve been blessed with. The ability to worship freely, the gift of traveling the earth, having companionship and good friends to share our joys and concerns with, the list of blessings goes on and on. Most importantly, every single one of these gifts have been given to us by our creator. They won’t be taken away or withheld from us. We were made by a loving God who cares for us and wants to see us prosper. This week, we encourage you to take a look at the gifts you’ve received and remember to thank God for them.
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