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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