Travelers should consider a visit to St. George, Utah. The area is rich in history and natural wonders. Everyone is sure to find activities they love. The region is part of the Sun Belt where three geographical areas come together. These include the Mojave Desert, Colorado Plateau, and Great Basin.
Base Camp
Tourists need a base camp traveling in St. George. You’ll need the rest after a day of hiking the wondrous trails. The area is close to several natural parks and Las Vegas. Iron Springs Adventure Resort makes the perfect camp. Visitors have a choice of luxury suites in the lodge, an adjacent RV park or new miners cabins. Book a one or two-bedroom cabin, and you’ll be pleased. The two-bedroom cabin has a full kitchen. This is the perfect place to stay during your Outdoor Adventures in St George Utah.
History
The area is full of natural wonders and historical sites. Decades ago, Native Americans hunted in the area which is close to the historic Spanish Trail. The trail allowed merchants to bring goods back and forth between southern California and New Mexico. Pioneers who settled the area mined for iron. Indeed, there are still hundreds of active iron mines. Many of the facilities at the resort were used by miners at one time or another.
Points of Interest
No one should miss the Cedar Breaks National Monument. The monument sits at an elevation of 10,000 feet and looks like a huge coliseum. Amazingly, millions of years of erosion carved the natural amphitheater which drops 2,000 feet. Native Americans called Cedar Brakes the “Circle of Painted Cliffs.” The monument is part of the Dixie National Forest. Further, one can’t miss nearby Zion National Park. The park includes natural wonders like Weeping Rock and the Temple of Sinawava.
The region is also known for the country’s best snow. Skiers revel in the 300-plus inches of snow each year. The folks at Iron Springs will be glad to help visitors make arrangements for skiing. Make sure you have enough time to see everything on your trip to St. George. Visit the resort’s website and click here to make reservations.
