Four Utah state parks in Greater Zion to add to your Zion National Park trip
The state parks near Zion — Gunlock, Sand Hollow, Quail Creek and Snow Canyon — represent four out of 46 Utah state parks. Sure, state parks in Utah often get overlooked because of the famous “Mighty 5” national parks (صهیون, برایس, دره, کاپیتول ریفو قوس) but Greater Zion state parks offer equally epic landscapes, terrain for world-renowned adventure, and opportunities for both casual and extreme explorers.
Each park provides its unique brand of outdoor recreation. Three of the parks tout crystal blue warm waters and relaxing sandy beaches where water lovers swim, ماهی, boat, kayak, paddleboard or snorkel. One is home to 16,000 acres of OHV riding. Another offers technical climbing routes and easy scenic drives. Find trail systems for horseback riding or دوچرخه سواری در کوهستان. Or, camp and hike year-round thanks to year-round mild temperatures.
نوع ملک: things to do near Zion to add to your national park voyage? Head to Gunlock, Sand Hollow, Quail Creek and Snow Canyon for even more desert scenery and outdoor adventure.
Explore Greater Zion state parks
A short distance from city amenities and Zion National Park, these four Utah state parks provide a variety of outdoor itineraries from day trips to week-long adventures. Parkgoers gain easy access to play all day, then hit the town for dining, or head to town for supplies before settling into a quiet campsite. Choose family-friendly hikes and easy beach days, or pump the adrenaline on water skis or mountain bikes.
پارک دولتی Gunlock
Sitting 19 miles from St. George, this Utah state park showcases waterfalls (during the spring), campsites and cottages, and boating, fishing and swimming — all centered around the 260-acre Gunlock Reservoir.
پارک ایالتی Quail Creek
About 13 miles from St. George, this Utah state park flaunts the 600-acre Quail Creek Reservoir with peaceful waters for paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing.
پارک ایالت Sand Hollow
Located 13 miles from St. George, this Utah state park boasts the 1,322-acre Sand Hollow Reservoir (home to the annual IRONMAN 70.3 swim course) and an extensive off-roading recreation area on Sand Mountain.
پارک ایالتی برف کانیون
About 11 miles from St. George, this Utah state park features hiking, horseback riding, and technical rock-climbing routes through lava flows, lava tubes and petrified dunes. Take a scenic drive or bike ride along a portion of the iconic IRONMAN 70.3 bike route.