Some of the best hiking in the world can be found in Southern Utah and Northern Arizona. I felt it was necessary to create a special category for these combined locations because that is where I live, and there are so many hikes in this area. Listed below are hikes and the cities they are the closest to.
Paria Canyon, located in the heart of the American Southwest, is a breathtaking natural wonder. Carved over millions of years by the Paria River, this stunning canyon offers hikers and adventurers an unforgettable journey through an ever-changing landscape of narrow slot canyons, lush vegetation, and hidden gems.
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Rainbow Bridge is a natural wonder! At 290 feet tall and with a span of 275 feet is is one of the largest natural bridges in the world. At the top, it’s 42 feet thick and 33 feet wide, making it almost as tall as the Statue of Liberty! It’s absolutely breathtaking, and its location makes it even better!
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Page, Arizona, is conveniently located in the center of the Grand Circle, making it the perfect place to stay when visiting the Southwest. The Grand Circle’s namesake comes from the fact that you can drive a circle through the region and see many of the Southwest’s most beautiful sites and parks. The Grand Circle includes Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce, Zion, the Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde, Monument Valley, and a lot of interesting state parks, national monuments, and cool towns. In addition to the Grand Circle, Page has some incredible attractions of its own! Page, Arizona, is home to the world-famous Horseshoe Bend, Lower Antelope Canyon, Upper Antelope Canyon, and Lake Powell.
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Situated on the outskirts of Paria, Utah, nestled between Page, AZ, and Kanab, UT, is Catstair Canyon. This canyon boasts two distinct entrances. One path leads to captivating pictographs and petroglyphs, while the other unveils a striking accumulation of vintage automobiles.
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Peekaboo Slot Canyon, also known as Red Canyon, is a mesmerizing natural wonder nestled in the heart of southern Utah’s rugged landscape. This slot canyon offers not only a thrilling adventure but also a serene escape into the breathtaking beauty of the desert Southwest.
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The Grand Canyon is one of the most visited places in America. People from all over the world come to take in the canyon’s beautiful views. However, crowds usually go to the South Rim because it’s open year-round and more accessible. The North Rim only gets 10% of the visitors.
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South Coyote Buttes is one of my favorite hiking places. The scenery is amazing! The landscape is so unique you feel like you’re on another planet. South Coyote Buttes is a vast area where you can escape the crowds.
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Paria, a town established in 1869, had to face frequent flooding and droughts in the 1920s, which eventually led to its abandonment. However, Paria’s story didn’t end there. Its historic structures and beautiful desert scenery made it a popular location for Western films, including Clint Eastwood’s The Outlaw Josey Wales.
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Chaol Falls is an awesome off-the-beaten-path hike at the end of Navajo Canyon in Lake Powell. Navajo Canyon is the longest side canyon on Lake Powell that is not a river arm. Simply experiencing Navajo Canyon is spectacular, and hiking to Chaol Falls makes it extra special. In addition to the spectacular views, we saw waterfalls, wild horses, and petroglyphs.
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The Nautilus is a nice and easy hike outside Paria, Utah, leading to a cool rock formation resembling a nautilus shell. surrounded by beautiful scenery.
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