TEN SPECTACULAR SUMMER ROAD TRIPS IN UTAH
BEAR LAKE White sand , blue waves — Well , it ’ s not the coast , it ’ s Bear Lake , about 123 miles north of Salt Lake .
Just about everything you ’ d want to do on a lake , whether that ’ s jet ski , kayak , paddle-board , or tube , is there and available for rental . Lodging is available near the lake , but Logan , just 30 miles away is more affordable .
ALPINE LOOP Though it ’ s not a road trip to a specific destination , the Alpine Loop connecting Provo Canyon to American Fork Canyon is , in a word , spectacular .
Stunning mountain meadows and wondrous views of snowcapped peaks will dazzle you as you weave through the mountain passes .
MOAB If you ’ re a hiker or outdoorsmen , you already know Moab is your paradise . But in case you haven ’ t truly experienced that famous red rock scenery , take a trip down and take a few days to explore Utah ’ s big backyard .
About 218 miles southeast from Draper , Moab offers plenty of lodging and dining , and acts as a base camp for the nearby Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park .
PARK CITY Park City is , obviously , a hit for winter , considering the abundance of winter sports opportunities .
But the summer is just as fun , especially if you ’ re seeking some reprieve from the relentless heat . Park City has scenic gondola rides , ziplining , fishing and almost anything you could ask for .
Plus , the drive to Park City is spectacular if you cut through Provo Canyon to U . S . Highway 40 . The views of the Jordanelle Reservoir and the miles of forests are phenomenal .
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