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Beyond the Park You Know

Put simply, Greater Zion is a destination a cut above the rest. With striking red rock cliffs, towering, carved canyons, sweeping vistas, and deep, cool waters, Greater Zion is a colorful adventureland brimming with over 2,400 square miles of epic outdoor pursuits. Here, the Mojave Desert, Colorado Plateau, and the Great Basin converge to make for some of the most stunning scenery and cutting-edge adventures in the world.

We invite you to explore all of what the Greater Zion region has to offer. Find interesting articles, in the news spotlight features, and more. Real-life experiences, little-known facts, and helpful travel information are just clicks away. Embrace the journey and Discover Greater.

Recent Blog Articles

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As seen on TV: Breaking Par’s experience-it-all golf itinerary 

When the cast and crew of a golf TV show keeps hearing about a golf destination they haven’t yet experienced, they do everything they can to get there. The cast and crew of Breaking Par, a nationally…

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Filmmaking in Greater Zion: “The Promised Land”

Set to film in Greater Zion in Fall 2024, “The Promised Land” TV series is a modern, humorous retelling of the ancient biblical story of Moses and the Israelites. This new iteration of the Old Testament…

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Live Music Venues In Greater Zion

When it comes to live music, you will find artists of all stripes throughout Greater Zion. So, it’s no surprise that there are venues across our collection of communities where visitors can enjoy terrific…

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Your Guide to the Best Glamping in Greater Zion

As you might gather from the name, glamping is for the glamorous camper. Anyone who considers themselves more “outside-sy” than “outdoors-y” will find the perfect balance between authentically…

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Golf By The Numbers

Golfing in Greater Zion is like playing in a postcard, but numbers also talk. And Greater Zion’s golf stats are pretty impressive.

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Jeremy Diguer: IRONMAN and Greater Zion Aficionado 

Jeremy Diguer is an accomplished French triathlete. By his account, nowhere else on Earth compares to the majesty that is Greater Zion.

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Greater Zion: Continuing the Film Storyline in 2024 and Beyond

Washington County has supported film ventures since their earliest appearances in Greater Zion, and local leadership continues to advocate for the future of the industry.  The opening credits In…

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IRONMAN Mural Captures Pro Cyclist T.J. Eisenhart’s Passion for Athletics and the Beauty of the Land of Endurance

According to Utah native and professional cyclist T.J. Eisenhart, “when it comes to art, you can say so much.” And his mural, “Land of Endurance”, speaks volumes about Greater Zion and the signature…

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On the Move: IRONMAN Sculpture Finds Permanent Home

The IRONMAN sculpture, an artistic piece paying homage to the incredible IRONMAN events has moved to a new home. 

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Top 5 Recreation Spots In Zone 6

The newest extension of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve Delicate species like the dwarf bear-poppy and the desert tortoise aren’t the only things the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve protects – access…

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Hidden Gem: The Desert Tortoise

The Mojave Desert tortoise is one of many fascinating creatures roaming the Greater Zion landscape. Slow but steady, threatened but resilient, desert tortoises are essential to the desert ecosystem.

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Hidden Gem: The Dwarf Bear-poppy

Greater Zion is the only place in the world – yes, the entire world – where you can find the rare dwarf bear-poppy. In addition to being one of the most beautiful plants complementing our desert landscape,…