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Wildflowers & Outstanding Views: Why You Shouldn't Miss Cedar Breaks

With a 30-minute drive from Cedar City, you can find cooler temperatures, beautiful wildflowers, and sunsets that stretch across colorful cliffs nearly 10,000 feet above sea level. Summer is one of the best times to visit Cedar Breaks National Monument, and here's why. One of Utah's Best Wildflower…

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Las Vegas to Cedar Breaks National Monument: 5 Stops Worth Making

Ready to road trip from Las Vegas, NV to Cedar Breaks National Monument? Less than a three-hour drive from Las Vegas, NV, Cedar Breaks National Monument is a red rock wonder with cooler temperatures and must-hike trails. With incredible scenery along the way, it makes a great destination between…

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Cedar Breaks National Monument & Wildflower Season

From sunflowers to evening primrose, the wildflowers at Cedar Breaks add to the wonder of the landscape with vibrant colors. In the heart of Southern Utah’s national parks, Cedar Breaks National Monument is tucked in the mountains just east of Cedar City. High atop the Markagunt Plateau, this…

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Navigating a Winter National Park Visit

One of the best times to visit Utah's National Parks, winter brings a special magic to each of these stunning destinations. But navigating the winter hours, changes, conditions, and more can take some time. Below is a quick guide to visiting our nearby National Parks during the winter. These parks…

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5 Winter Hikes Around Cedar City

If a snowshoe hike through high elevations isn't your idea of winter hiking, don't worry, we've got you covered! Our pocket of southern Utah is home to a wide range of elevations, landscapes, and conditions. This means that there's a trail for everyone during any season. Even winter! These 5…

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Experience Cedar Breaks in Winter

With spectacular colors formed by an abundance of mineral deposits, Cedar Breaks National Monument is breathtaking to behold! Located just minutes from the winter playground of Southern Utah’s Brian Head Ski Resort, the geological grandeur of Cedar Breaks becomes a unique wonderland of red…

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Gateway to the Parks | Travel Itinerary

Visit Cedar City · Brian Head 3 Day Itinerary (Summer/Fall) Nestled between Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, make Cedar City your base camp for adventure with this 3 day trip to nearby natural wonders. (Best traveled Memorial Day to Mid October) DAY ONE: Cedar Breaks National…

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Take the Scenic Route

Cedar City sits smack in the middle of some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in Utah. Getting out for a hike is a great way to throw yourself right in the midst of it—but your own two feet can only carry you so far. The solution? Take the scenic route! Set some time aside to take in the…

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