From remote deserts and arid mountain ranges to colourful canyons and world-famous national parks, Moon Utah reveals the best of this adventurous state. Inside you'll find:
*Flexible itineraries, from a weekend exploring Salt Lake City to ten days in the entire state, with strategic advice for history buffs, hikers, ski bums, budget travellers, and more
*How to plan a national parks road trip covering Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Capitol Reef, and Canyonlands
*Must-sees and unique experiences: Admire ancient Native American rock art and cliff dwellings, and walk beside fossilized dinosaur footprints. Explore historic Mormon sites in Salt Lake City, or wander through old mining towns
*The top outdoor adventures: Hike or mountain bike across canyons, rugged mountain ranges, and glistening salt flats, or hit the slopes at a Park City ski resort. Go rafting down the Colorado River, canyoneering through the Narrows, or climb to the famed Delicate Arch just in time to watch the sun setting over the captivating hoodoos
*Honest recommendations from Utah experts and lifelong explorers W.C. McRae and Judy Jewell on when to go, where to eat, and where to stay, from ski resorts to campgrounds
*Full-colour photos and detailed maps throughout
*Up-to-date information on the landscape, wildlife, and history, and advice for LGBTQ travellers, international visitors, seniors, and travellers with disabilities
Find your adventure in Utah with Moon's practical advice and local insight.
Focusing on the parks? Try Moon Zion & Bryce or Moon Arches & Canyonlands. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.
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978-1-64049-360-5 (9781640493605)
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W.C. McRae has been exploring Utah for several decades, each time getting farther off the road and digging deeper into the landscape. Every trip has a different focus, whether it's hiking into a new and more remote canyon, fixating on ancient rock art, or going deluxe at guest ranches. Bill has written for Frommer's, Lonely Planet, and Mobile Guides, and has contributed to 1000 Places to See Before You Die. He has also edited books for National Geographic and provided content for websites such as GORP.com and Expedia.com. When not fixing up his old house in Astoria, Oregon, Bill has a day job as a high-tech marketing writer.
