Located in southwest corner of Utah, St. George is an ideal place for a getaway. There are many reasons to head south to escape the dark and dreary winter months.
St George has many appealing highlights that will make your time worthwhile. A few great features of St. George are the surrounding national parks, golfing amenities, state parks, city events, the Tuacahn Amphitheatre, the Dinosaur Walkway, Spa resorts, the Pine Valley Mountains, Historical sites, and biking trails.
St. George is surrounded by numerous national parks. Zion's National Park is the closest located a mere 43 miles from St George. Also, within an easy driving distance from St. George are the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Lake Powell.
St. George is a great starting point for national park excursions and even will provide a good starting point for day trips to any of these national parks.
St. George is Utah's Golf Capital, so working on your swing has never been easier or more scenic. The weather is mild all year round which makes St. George the perfect place to golf.
The scenic St. George courses are set against red canyon walls and black lava rock. Many of the courses have outstanding views of the unique red rock desert country and some golf courses even offer views of Zion's National Park.
Many Utah state parks are located right in the St. George area including Sand Hollow, Snow Canyon, Quail Creek, and Gunlock State Park. Due to the mild climate, many outdoor activities are popular year-round in these state parks including boating, water sports, fishing, picnics, camping, riding ATVs, sightseeing, hiking, and more.
These parks offer a lot of unique and fun outdoor experiences. Sand Hollow is Utah's newest state park, and it is already one of the most popular.
St. George holds many events throughout the year including marathons, expos, performances, and a variety of other events. The Tuacahn Amphitheater provides an environment to enjoy the warm summer evenings in St. George while watching some of Broadway's greatest productions.
The word "Tuacahn" is a Mayan word meaning "Canyon of the Gods." Tuacahn is just that, built in the shadow of 1500-foot spectacular red rock cliffs which set the perfect backdrop.
The St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm features some of the oldest and best-preserved dinosaur tracks in the world. In 2000, dinosaur tracks were discovered and since then the site has been attracting visitors.
Within a 10-acre area, more than 1,000 tracks have been found. Most of the tracks that have been found were made by Dilophosaurus-like creatures that are three-toed, 13-18 inches long.
Researchers have identified skin prints and impressions made by tail drags and swimming movements, some dating back 205 million years.
The Pine Valley Mountains are located north of I-15 between St. George and Cedar City. The highest point of these forested mountains is Signal Peak, at 10,325 feet.
The mountains provide a great place to hike, backpack, ride horses, camp, fish, hunt, and enjoy other various outdoor sports. The Pine Valley Mountains are extremely scenic.
Their pines tower above the red rock desert. You can even find a small reservoir in the area for any canoeing or fishing enthusiasts.
There are many historical sites that can be found in St George. One of the most popular is the LDS St. George Temple. The large white temple serves as an important landmark in the St. George area.
The temple was built by Mormon pioneers, who began construction on the temple in 1871. The building was completed and dedicated, in 1877, making it the first LDS temple to be completed in Utah.
Along with the LDS Temple in St. George you can visit several other historical LDS buildings and homes.
St. George. provides an ideal place to bike through red rock and forests in the desert and mountains. Not only are the trails scenic but the weather is ideal.
Spring and fall are the most ideal times to bike near St. George, because of the notable weather. Winter days can often be mild and many bike year-round in the St George area. During the summer, weather can be rather hot but there are some trails located at higher elevations making it a great time to bike as well.
Visiting St. George can provide many unique opportunities to try new things and see new places. With so many different things to keep everyone entertained St. George is a great place for all to visit.
Author Resource:-
Jack R. Landry is a resident of St. George and has written hundreds of articles relating to tourism and real estate. He recommends (http://www.Sunbrook.com) for your next home in southern Utah.
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