Utah ranks No. 4 among best U.S. states for hiking
KURU Footwear ranked Utah as No. 4 in its national ranking of ‘best states to hike in’ for its 2026 analysis. Utah has 3,612 hiking trails with an average trail rating of 4.4. Along with …
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Zion hikes prices for nonresidents
The Department of the Interior announced increased entry fees for nonresidents to National Parks. Entry costs for U.S. residents will remain the same, including senior and military passes. Along with cost changes, all passes will …
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Public lands to be leased for coal mining in southern Utah
Around the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and Capital Reef National Park, public lands are now being leased for coal mining. The lands affected are controlled by the Bureau …
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Utah’s HB 200 ensures public lands stay open amid federal shutdowns
In an effort to safeguard Utah’s outdoor recreation economy from federal disruptions, state lawmakers recently passed House Bill 200, ensuring that public lands remain accessible during a federal government shutdown. Signed into law by Gov. …
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Preservation Utah asks public to help build sustainable future for Utah’s past
Preservation Utah invites the public to nominate at-risk historical sites special to them for inclusion in the 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places List. The list aims to identify historic sites, buildings, and cultural resources currently facing potential demolition or collapse due to neglect, development, or natural disaster.
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Spring break at Southern Utah University
From March 8 to March 16, Southern Utah University students enjoyed their Spring Break. Whether spending time with friends, family or venturing out on their own, many used the week to recharge and explore new …
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