info icon for home screen announcement widget - orange

As of January 1, 2026, the National Park Service (NPS) has implemented a surcharge for non-U.S. residents visiting Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks. 

Learn more

Discover more of Cedar City, Parowan, and Brian Head  | #visitcedarcity

Author
Kaylee Pickering

Ghost Town Day Trips Near Cedar City

Ready for a Spooky Season day trip? Cedar City is close to national parks, incredible OHV opportunities, and a couple of great ghost towns! This day trip itinerary will start in Cedar City, and visit two ghost towns. The route will take visitors through stunning red rock views and to the entrance of…

Read More

Grab a Drink: Coffee & Tea Shops in Cedar City

Small businesses are crucial in making Cedar City a wonderful and unique place to live and visit. After vacation, it’s not the necessary trips to a strange grocery store that we remember. For us, it’s that incredible drink that we can’t wait to tell our friends about. So when you still need that…

Read More

Grab a Bite: Desserts and More

Small businesses are crucial in making Cedar City a wonderful and unique place to live and visit. After vacation, it’s not the necessary trips to a strange grocery store that we remember. For us, it’s that incredible dessert that we can’t wait to tell our friends about! That dish that arrives…

Read More

Scenic Cycling Routes

Cedar City is enthusiastic about the world of cycling, and while we tend to focus on the incredible mountain biking scene that surrounds us, these scenic loops can't be missed! With several miles of designated bike lanes inside the city limits along main roads and connecting back roads, you can get…

Read More

Southern Utah Fishing Spots

Drop your fishing line into a lake or stream and chances are you’ll pull up a rainbow, German brown, or brook trout. Color Country has 20 reservoirs, 9 natural lakes, and 10 creeks and rivers that are open and stocked for fishing. Which is the best is a matter of opinion because every single place…

Read More