by Ellen Heyn, Communications Associate
The Colorado Plateau is hot, dry, and mostly exposed rock, but lush, green oases lie hidden in the arid landscape. This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re honoring these emerald jewels. Keep your eyes out for shamrocks, leprechauns, and rainbows on these green hikes!
This trail in Utah’s Tushar Mountains follows Pine Creek to Bullion Falls and then climbs to the top of a large rounded outcrop of polished quartzite, where you have panoramic views up the canyon to the tundra-clad peaks and down to the hamlet of Marysvale. Check out this hike ›
The Box offers the beauty and solitude of southern Utah canyons without the sweltering summertime temperatures. This hike follows a perennial creek past walls of Navajo Sandstone. When the canyon opens up farther downstream, enjoy vanilla scents wafting from ponderosa pines. You’re guaranteed to get your feet wet on this one, given the numerous stream crossings. Hike details ›
Utah's high plateaus offer beautiful greenery in the summer months. Seasonal wildflowers decorate the meadows surrounding Alpine Pond in Cedar Breaks National Monument on this short interpretive trail. Grab a brochure at the trailhead for this popular, self-guided nature hike that is suitable for hikers of all ages. See the views ›
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