The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Utah, United States

January 24, 2022 Claudia Navarrete

Welcome to “The Greatest Snow on Earth” – Utah’s paradise for all outdoor enthusiasts! As host of the 2002 Winter Olympics, Park City knows how to entertain winter fun seekers. Snowboarders and skiers head for miles of spectacular slopes with deep fluffy powder and breathtaking mountain views. The Olympic Park provides family-friendly ski programs, rides and shows. Alta, Sundance, Snowbird and Brighton are other popular destinations for cross country and Alpine skiers. Those alluring snowy slopes turn to rolling wildflower fields in the summer. Golfing, fishing, horseback riding and water sports replace chilly outdoor sports adventures. Corral the family, pack a picnic and catch one of the ski lifts for an afternoon of hiking or mountain biking along scenic trails. Head to Salt Lake City, where Temple Square hosts millions of visitors a year. Bryce Canyon and Arches National Park are famous for surreal landscapes from horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters to unusual rock formations and hundreds of natural sandstone arches. Closer to home, wander along the quaint main streets of mountain villages to browse, shop and enjoy lunch at an outdoor café. At the end of the day, head home for an outdoor barbecue and an evening of games. Home rentals blend privacy, space and comfort with the cost-saving advantage of eating some meals at home.
Restaurants in Utah

1. The Narrows

Zion National Park, UT +1 435-772-3256 http://www.zionnational-park.com/zion-narrows.htm
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5.0 based on 3,489 reviews

The Narrows

Zion's most popular hiking trail is also its most dangerous due to occasional flash floods.

Reviewed By erinmarina - Sioux Falls, United States

Awesome hike!!! Definitely spend the extra $25 to rent the wooden hiking stick and water shoes/neoprene socks from Zion Outfitters (located right outside the pedestrian entrance to the park). The stick actually provided a lot of stability when hiking through the water and the water shoes were NOT waterproof by any means, but helped support my ankles and give me better grip than my hiking shoes or tennis shoes would have. We went on October 1st, VERY EARLY in the day and we didn't encounter many people until our way back around 11. We hiked through Wall Street and then returned, Definitely recommend this hike!!

2. Delicate Arch

Near Moab, Arches National Park, UT 84532 +1 435-719-2299 [email protected] https://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/delicate-arch.htm
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5.0 based on 1,859 reviews

Delicate Arch

A world-famous natural sandstone arch.

Reviewed By 355margotm

We hiked to Delicate Arch in November, starting early-ish in the morning of a sunny (but cool) day. The walk has a bit of everything - colonial history (a historic shack), pre-history (petroglyphs), slick-rock, clambering, ledges and - when you get around the final corner, the amazing Delicate Arch! It stands off to the side of a natural amphitheatre, and we couldn't imagine how it came to be formed. Amazing and beautiful.

3. Angel's Landing

West Rim Trail, Zion National Park, UT +1 435-772-3256 http://www.zionnational-park.com/zion-angels-landing-trail.htm
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5.0 based on 2,899 reviews

Angel's Landing

Angel's Landing is one of Zion's most spectular scenic outlooks; it can be reached only by a very demanding hike on the West Rim Trail.

Reviewed By 322bobg - North Carolina, United States

The final ascent to Angels Landing is quite the thrill and a little scary - don't attempt if you are afraid of heights. It is also an amazing view of the Zion valley. I am over the hill age wise but I did the hike from start to finish in three hours and fifteen minutes so it is not a large investment of time but it is worth every minute. Walters Wiggle (the series of 20 some steep switchbacks) is a good cardio workout. The best part of the hike is from Scout Lookout to Angels Landing. There are numerous sections where you really need the chains that are installed. When I visited in October there was a waiting line at the base of the West Rim Trail that you need to take to get to Angels Landing and the rangers were handing out passes that you needed to ascend Angels Landing from Scout Lookout. The rangers only allowed about 10 hikers at a time to start the hike in order to control the crowds at Angels Landing.

4. Mesa Arch

Canyonlands National Park, UT +1 435-719-2313 https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/cany-mesa-arch.htm
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5.0 based on 731 reviews

Mesa Arch

Visit this mesa at sunrise for the best scencic views.

Reviewed By TravelingJohnB80 - Martinsburg, United States

Relatively easy hike to see one of the most iconic arches. One downside is with the ease of the hike it also brings crowds so you will have to wait your turn to get a picture.

5. Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument

735 W Main, UT 84726 +1 435-826-5499 http://www.utah.com/nationalsites/grand_staircase.htm
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5.0 based on 387 reviews

Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument

This massive national monument holds endless sights within thousands of acres.

Reviewed By gwenh465

All I can say is WOW. Jaw dropping views. Beautiful sunset views. Watch for road conditions in winter.

6. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

Zion National Park, UT +1 435-772-3256 http://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/shuttle-system.htm
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5.0 based on 2,626 reviews

Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

A popular drive within Zion National Park.

Reviewed By jesseo582 - Jackson, United States

Most of the year, this is a road you can’t drive your own vehicle on unless you’re staying at the Zion National Park Lodge! The road winds along the Virgin River beneath towering cliffs and buttresses of stupendous sweep and colour. The free shuttle bus from the park main visitor centre just north of Springdale Utah goes to the end of the canyon and back all day affording convenient access to each of the trailheads. Helpful taped interpretation/narration aids visitor’s appreciation of this amazing park and the road you’re on.

7. Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

5001 Angel Canyon Rd, Kanab, UT 84741-5000 +1 435-644-2001 [email protected] http://www.bestfriends.org/
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5.0 based on 1,463 reviews

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Best Friends Animal Society is the only national animal welfare organization focused exclusively on ending the killing of dogs and cats in America's shelters. An authority and leader in the no-kill movement, Best Friends runs the nation's largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals, as well as lifesaving programs in partnership with rescue groups and shelters across the country. Since its founding in 1984, Best Friends has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from 17 million per year to about 4 million. That means there are still over 9,000 dogs and cats killed in shelters each day. And we will not be done until that number is zero. Best Friends has the knowledge, technical expertise and on-the-ground network to end the killing and Save Them All(R).

Reviewed By SDubs24 - Boulder, United States

This was our second visit to the sanctuary. We've done the grand sanctuary tour and the Dog Town tour - both were really great (and free!) On the grand sanctuary tour we visited with a bunch of cats and met a very sweet old dog in the senior area. They do amazing work here and the land is absolutely stunning. They have dogs, cats, birds, horses, wild animals, you name it! It's worth an hour or two of your time, and if you're able, you should definitely donate to this fabulous organization. They truly care about animals and are doing great work nationwide. I'd recommend booking your tour online in advance, they fill up fast.

8. Big Cottonwood Canyon

Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd Uintah-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Salt Lake City, UT 84121 https://www.visitsaltlake.com/listing/big-cottonwood-canyon/55175/
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5.0 based on 1,149 reviews

Big Cottonwood Canyon

Located in the Wasactch Mountains, this wilderness region offers a limitless range of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reviewed By Francophile84108 - Salt Lake City, United States

When the temp hits triple digits in the city, that's when I head for the canyons. I love Big Cottonwood. It's a great place to hike, has beautiful scenery and if you have little kids or elderly friends and family, there's a nice gentle walk at the top, by Brighton Ski resort, around Silver Lake. If you go at dusk, you're likely to see Moose as you stroll the boardwalk around the lake. There are interpretive signs along the way, restrooms and a small information center. If you're hungry, stop at Silver Fork Lodge for a bite to eat, just minutes from the lake as you descend the canyon.

9. Calf Creek Falls Recreation Area

Utah Highway 12 15.5 miles east of Escalante, Escalante, UT http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&facilityId=202204&agencyCode=70901
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5.0 based on 635 reviews

Calf Creek Falls Recreation Area

It takes time to get to, but Calf Creek falls are a recommended site to visit.

Reviewed By Global_Traveller11 - Salt Lake City, United States

Great 6 mile hike that was mostly easy with a couple of moderate spots. Fantastic views, some good shady spots and the waterfall at the end was really worth the effort to make it to the end!

10. Moki Dugway

Hwy 261, UT +1 800-574-4386 http://www.utahscanyoncountry.com
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5.0 based on 350 reviews

Moki Dugway

Reviewed By F3150RGsharons

We did as part of a day tour from the North 261, including Muley Point, Moki Dugway & Goosenecks SP. We read many reviews of the Moki here, so no surprises. We were in a 1 ton Dodge Dually, 8' wide. So, the road is narrow in places for wide vehicles. If you pay attention to oncoming traffic, you can pull over in spots & turnoffs. There are several pullouts /wide spots to take pics. We passed maybe 6 cars/suvs. As a driver, it is best to just focus straight ahead and pay attention to where you are going (Duh!). My wife is a white knuckler and had no problem. We talked to a guy coming down and was only vaguely aware this was here. So, read about 30 reviews, be prepared for the road, drive slow & carefully, take you time, take pics, pull over. The best free ride in America!!

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