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The Utah Travel Guy
If you like learning, talking about, traveling, vacationing, visiting or even living in Utah, then you’ll probably like The Utah Travel Guy Blog.
If you don’t care about any of these things, you probably won’t.
The Utah Travel Guy blog keeps you updated about all things related to traveling in and visiting Utah.
And it ...
• will let you know when any new web pages or blog entries are added to Utah Travel Secrets.
• will tell you about new or previously unmentioned places to see or things to do.
• will let you know about some of the past additions to this blog you may have missed.
• will hopefully … at times … entertain you.
Utah is a great place to live in my opinion. But because it has one predominant religion and one dominant political party (although not quite so much as they used to be), it’s an easy target for some people … both inside and outside its borders … to take shots at.
I take my own when I see fit.
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Jun 09, 2025
Palisade State Park
Palisade State Park is a well-kept secret in central Utah with peaceful lakefront camping, fishing, golfing and recreation amid scenic beauty.
May 29, 2025
Hiking to the Wind Caves in Logan Canyon
If you're seeking a memorable outdoor experience in Utah, consider hiking to the Wind Caves in Logan Canyon. A top destination for hikers who in the Logan area.
May 28, 2025
Hiking The Hickman Bridge Trail
Experience the beauty of hiking the Hickman Bridge Trail ... Capitol Reef’s must-do hike. Some of the most breathtaking scenery you will find anywhere.
May 28, 2025
Utah Hiking Trails
There are numerous books written about the countless Utah hiking trails. Each one of them will probably come up with a different list of Utah's best trails.
May 27, 2025
Hiking in Utah
Hiking in Utah shows that it is becoming apparent that the Utah wilderness isn’t only for the rich, the elite or the young. It is for everyone.
May 27, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 5-27-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 5/27/25.
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May 24, 2025
Experiencing Guardsman Pass in Fall's Full Splendor
Experience Utah's Guardsman Pass in fall, spring or summer from Park City to Midway. A scenic drive with vibrant fall foliage and even wildlife encounters.
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May 24, 2025
The Panoramic Drive Over Guardsman Pass – From Brighton to Park City
The panoramic drive over Guardsman Pass is not far removed from the seemingly more frequently photographed & chronicled Utah red-rocky country
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May 24, 2025
Guardsman Pass Is Open
As of Tuesday May 20
UDOT reported that Guardsman Pass which connects Park City, the Heber Valley and Big Cottonwood Canyon via state routes 224 and 190, was opened Tuesday,
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As of Tuesday May 20"
May 22, 2025
Utah Travel Secrets Site Update May 2025
This is a Utah Travel Secrets Site update for May 2025
May 21, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 5-21-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 5/21/25.
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May 16, 2025
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is vast and seemingly desolate. The last place in the continental USA to be mapped. Still relatively unexplored.
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May 16, 2025
Ophir Utah
Ophir Utah is located 22 miles south of Tooele. Once a silver mining boom town, the town’s population eventually peaked at 6,000 people. There are 26 left.
May 14, 2025
Cedar Breaks National Monument
Cedar Breaks National Monument may be the most colorful of all Utah parks and national monuments. More than 50 different shades have been identified here.
May 14, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 5-14-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 5/14/25.
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May 13, 2025
Jordan River OHV State Park - Utah’s Urban Off-Road Playground
Jordan River OHV State Park in Salt Lake City is a unique off-highway park offering motocross, beginner loops & training in a managed urban setting.
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May 12, 2025
Utah Lake State Park
Discover Utah Lake State Park in Provo - gateway to Utah’s largest freshwater lake. Fish, boat, camp and explore at this year-round state park.
May 10, 2025
Thistle Utah
The tiny ghost town of Thistle Utah is now known not so much for what is once was but for what happened to it. And what it looks like now.
May 09, 2025
Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail
Pedal or walk the Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail - a 28-mile trail from Echo Reservoir to Park City thru scenic valleys and lively wildlife habitat.
May 06, 2025
Antelope Island State Park
Antelope Island State Park is the largest island in the Great Salt Lake. Covering 28,463 acres, it is 15 miles long and 7 miles wide at its widest point.
May 05, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 5-5-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 5/5/25.
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May 04, 2025
Echo State Park
Echo State Park, next door to Coalville, Utah, is an outdoor playground with pioneer roots. Enjoy camping, boating, fishing, mountain views year-round.
May 03, 2025
Rockport State Park
Enjoy Rockport State Park near Wanship, Utah which offers year-round camping, fishing, boating and winter sports amid scenic mountain landscapes.
May 01, 2025
Uinta Mountains
The Uinta Mountains are the highest mountain range in Utah. Still wild and crazy. They have Utah’s highest peak, Kings Peak, at 13,528 feet high.
Apr 30, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 4-30-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 4/30/25.
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Apr 30, 2025
Ghost Towns in Utah
Ghost towns in Utah are an integral part of the state’s history. And no matter where you go in the state, you’re likely to come across a “ghost town”.
Apr 30, 2025
Great Salt Lake State Park
Experience the unique beauty of Great Salt Lake State Park. Enjoy sailing, birdwatching and stunning sunsets at this remarkable Utah destination.
Apr 29, 2025
Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake and its islands provide remarkable scenery and unique recreational opportunities less than a half hour west of Salt Lake City.
Apr 29, 2025
The Ghosts of Camp Floyd and Fairfield
Explore the history of the Ghosts of Camp Floyd and Fairfield, Utah - from Civil War-era ghost town roots to modern-day paranormal sightings and ghost tours.
Apr 27, 2025
Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park and Museum
Discover Camp Floyd State Park Museum in Fairfield, Utah. Explore a historical site where the U.S. Army, Pony Express and frontier life converged.
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Apr 25, 2025
Utah Travel Secrets On Facebook
If you want to see what I’m doing on Facebook, you can go here to my Facebook page.
Apr 25, 2025
Deer Creek State Park
Discover Deer Creek State Park, a scenic water-filled playground near Heber City, Utah. Enjoy boating, camping, fishing, ziplining, unforgettable mountain views.
Apr 24, 2025
Willard Bay State Park
Explore Willard Bay State Park — a freshwater retreat near the Great Salt Lake offering boating, fishing, camping, zip lines, and top-notch birdwatching.
Apr 24, 2025
Ice Off at Strawberry - Not Gone Yet
A Facebook Group I belong to just posted this a few hours ago as of the morning of April 24, 2025. Good morning, from the Marina. Just like to mention
Apr 23, 2025
Goblin Valley State Park
Explore the surreal landscapes of Goblin Valley State Park, Utah - home to thousands of hoodoo formations, hiking trails and stargazing opportunities.
Apr 22, 2025
Yuba State Park
Explore Yuba State Park - a sandy, water-filled escape in central Utah with zip lines, beach camping, trophy Muskie fishing and year-round outdoor fun.
Apr 21, 2025
Scofield State Park
Scofield State Park lies in the scenic Manti-La Sal Mountains. It is a refreshing retreat from summer heat and an exhilarating winter playground.
Apr 21, 2025
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
Along Scenic Byway 12 only 1 ½ miles from Escalante, Utah, Escalante Petrified Forest State Park offers a glimpse into Utah’s prehistoric geology.
Apr 20, 2025
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park seemed like a misnomer. Coral is rough-edged, rock-hard and static. These are constantly-changing sand dunes however.
Apr 18, 2025
Recent Utah Travel And Recreation News 4-18-25
These are links to current and breaking news and articles on Utah travel, recreation and outdoors for 4/18/25.
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Apr 18, 2025
The Ice is Coming Off of Strawberry Reservoir
I just saw a photo and write-up on a private Facebook Group page that I am a member of. As of April 18, 2025, the ice is rapidly coming off Strawberry
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Zion National Park
Arches National Park
Great Salt Lake
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