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Discover the Natural Beauty of Utah and Beyond
Many of our patients and their caregivers are from out-of-state and looking for trips to take during their time in Utah to get the most out of their visit. Utah and its surrounding states are a great place to relax, get in touch with nature, and experience some breathtaking sites. These sites include:
Zion National Park
At Zion National Park, you can walk among towering sandstone cliffs, deep canyons, high plateaus, and an array of plant and animal life. The park is located in Southwest Utah.
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Bryce Canyon
Located in south-central Utah, Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geology of red rock spires, colorful limestone, and horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters.
Recommended Bryce Canyon Lodging: Ruby’s Inn
Lake Powell
Straddling the border between Utah and Arizona, Lake Powell offers sandy beaches, cool blue water, and exceptional red-rock scenery. It is excellent for boating, skiing, kayaking, and fishing.
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde in Colorado is a rich archeological preserve with amazing cliff dwellings and more than 4,000 ancient sites. Here you can explore Southwest culture and learn about the Ancestral Pueblo people.
Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is a beautiful lake located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains on the border of California and Nevada. The lake is known for the clarity of its water. The area features a number of ski resorts, as well as many summer outdoor recreation activities.
Yosemite National Park
At Yosemite National Park in California, you will find beautiful waterfalls, ancient giant sequoia trees, deep valleys, and grand meadows. The drive to the park's Tioga Pass is one of the most scenic in the Sierras.
Recommended Lodging: Double Eagle Resort & Spa
and Tioga Pass Resort
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Grand Canyon
Located in Arizona, the Grand Canyon is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world because of its unmatched vistas. The layers of the Grand Canyon contain many fossils, representing one of the most complete records of geological history.
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Grand Teton National Park
Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park preserves a spectacular landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes, and extraordinary wildlife. The jagged Teton Range contrasts with the sage-covered valley and glacial lakes, creating world-renowned scenery.
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Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park. It is located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Preserved within the park are a collection of the world's most extraordinary geysers and hot springs. Grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk roam the land.
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For more information on things to do in Utah, visit Utah.com.
Salt Lake City Attractions
There is also a lot to do in Utah's capital city. If you like to shop, The Gateway 
and Trolley Square house dozens of department stores and specialty shops. There are festivals and events going on year-round in downtown Salt Lake City.
The Mormon Church's Temple Square is a well-known tourist destination, and the Utah Symphony's Abravanel Hall is host to many cultural happenings.
Other attractions:
- Red Butte Garden, just minutes away from Huntsman Cancer Institute
- Nearby Park City, the Rocky Mountain's premiere vacation destination
- Utah Olympic Park, which served as the 2002 Olympic venue
- Salt Palace Convention Center, an architectural showpiece
- John W. Gallivan Utah Center, a lively downtown hotspot
- This is The Place Heritage Park, Utah's historic park
- Family History Library, the largest collection of family records worldwide
- The Depot, a concert venue in Union Pacific Station at The Gateway
For more information on things to do in Salt Lake City, visit the Salt Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau’s website. The website is an excellent source of information on Utah's many tourist attractions and features a Salt Lake City events calendar.
Visit Salt Lake Connect Pass
The Visit Salt Lake Connect Pass includes admission to 12 area attractions, as well as discounts at local shops and restaurants. Participating attractions include Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, Thanksgiving Point, Utah Olympic Park, Utah’s Hogle Zoo, Red Butte Garden, and Utah Museum of Natural History.
Dining
There are many great restaurants and fast food establishments in the Salt Lake City area that are bound to suit your style, whether you prefer a casual or formal atmosphere, exotic or traditional dishes, or breweries or tea rooms.
The Salt Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau has a helpful search tool that will assist you in finding a restaurant that is right for you.
