LAKE POWELL If you prefer a little soaking in your summer , head to Lake Powell . Whether you want to boat , fish , hike or camp , you can do it all with a swimsuit on . But set aside a day for travel , as it ’ s about 420 miles south of Salt Lake .
HEBER VALLEY Heber Valley has so much to offer , and it ’ s only 40 minutes up Provo Canyon . The Homestead Crater Resort is not only a great place to stay , but a great place to soak with its beautiful natural hot springs . Take a ride on the Heber Creeper for a fun , new way to see Provo Canyon .
ZION NATIONAL PARK You knew this would be on here , huh ? How can you make summer plans without at least considering going to Zion National Park ? Hiking , camping , climbing and horseback riding is all available , just 260 miles away .
ST . GEORGE Do you love the heat , and just want more ? St . George ’ s forecast during the summer months average in the low 100 ’ s , which if you ’ re a desert flower , is simply perfect .
SALT LAKE CITY If you ’ re more of a metropolitan soul , or if you just don ’ t feel like being too far from home , stroll through City Creek center , visit the Hogle Zoo , grab a bite at the Lion House Pantry and keep it all under budget by staying at one of many hotel or bed and breakfast locations .
GOBLIN VALLEY Yes , hiking is big in Utah , and Goblin Valley is no exception to that mantra . The state park just under 200 miles from Provo truly has to be seen to be believed with its oddly shaped rock pillars , giving name to the “ goblins ” of Goblin Valley .
But be warned , it can get blisteringly hot early in the day . Start your fun early or late to keep cool .
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