Research things to do in Utah's cities and towns. Each are unique with outdoor activities ranging from boating, fishing, hiking, National Parks, ghost towns, historical sites, ATV trails, sailing, skiing, and much more. Plan your next adventure as we offer information on lodging, dining, rentals, and trip reports. Please check back often as we add more information about Utah's travel destinations.
Beaver Utah
Settled in 1856, Beaver City Utah is situated 200 miles south of Salt Lake City along interstate 15. Beaver is the birthplace of two very famous people, Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of television and Butch Cassidy, the notorious western outlaw. Beaver city is surrounded by outdoor activities. To the east are the Tushar Mountains, which includes Delano Peak (seventh highest peak in Utah at 12,169 ft.).
Boulder Utah
Boulder is a remote town situated near the base of Boulder Mountain and close to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. According to a 2017 estimate, around 152 people, many of which are artists, live in the vast 20-square-mile city. It holds a rich Anasazi and settlement history, as well as some of the state’s most beautiful and rugged terrain.
Brigham City Utah
Founded in the 1850's, Brigham City is located 63 miles north of Salt Lake City along interstate I-15. Brigham is known as the "Gateway to the World's Greatest Wild Bird Refuge". The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge encompasses approximately 75,000 acres and is the largest freshwater component in the Great Salt lake ecosystem.
Eureka Utah, Historical Mining and Modern Day Ghost Town
Eureka Utah was founded in 1870 when Silver and other ores were discovered in the area. In 1910 during the towns boom Eureka was the 9th largest city in Utah, with a population of around 3,900 people. The mines were producing millions of dollars in profits. One of the main mines, the Chief was owned by Walter Fitch.
Escalante Utah
Named after a Franciscan missionary named Silvestre Vélez de Escalante, the town of Escalante is located in Garfield County. With about 800 residents, it was extremely isolated in the past. The only nearby towns were Boulder and Henrieville, both of which were around 30 miles away.
Fillmore Utah
Fillmore Utah is located approx 148 miles from Salt Lake City and is home to Utah's oldest existing government building, the Territorial Statehouse. Fillmore was the Territorial capitol of Utah for a brief time. Because of Fillmore's distance from the bustling activity in Salt Lake City in 1858 it was decided to return the capitol to its original location.
Heber Valley Utah
Located about 40 miles southeast of Salt Lake, Heber Valley is the crown jewel of Wasatch County. From stunning mountain views to geothermal wonders to ziplines to historic trains to unparalleled access to water sports (there are three lakes in the area, plus the Provo River), this place truly has it all. Best of all, the valley is a true year-round destination.
Logan Utah
Located about 80 miles north of Salt Lake City is the historic city of Logan. There are more than 50,000 residents in the area, with the population projected to double within the next 30 years. Why are so many people moving to Logan? Because it offers a unique heritage, lots of career opportunities, and more outdoor activities than you can believe.
Milford Utah
Located 30 miles west of Beaver is the small city of Milford. Due to its location it has remained unknown to many Utah travelers. In its early days Milford was nothing more than a few shacks nearby the many mines that surround the area. In 1880 Arvin Stoddard was Milford's first settler. During the same time, prospectors were searching the hills west and southwest for lead, silver, and gold.
Moab Utah
Moab most likely got its name from one of two places. Some historians believe that the town’s first postmaster chose the name because of its geographical similarities to the biblical city of Moab. Another theory is that the name comes from a Paiute word “moapa,” which means mosquito. Regardless of the origins, Moab is a one-of-a-kind town with ample opportunities for outdoor adventures.
Ogden Utah
About 40 miles north of Salt Lake City and 10 miles east of the Great Salt Lake, you’ll find the city of Ogden. Established for a fur trapper in the mid-1800s, Ogden was actually the first permanent settlement in Utah. The city was mainly known for its role as a railroad hub for many decades, but now has a reputation as an elite outdoor destination. There’s also a superb restaurant scene and numerous breweries and distilleries, so you can always grab a delicious meal and refreshment after getting back from an adventure.
Salt Lake City Utah
Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah and a hub for outdoor activities. Within minutes of Utah's most populated metropolitan area you will find pristine hiking trails, world class ski resorts, fishing, historical sites, fine dining, shopping and much more. The Salt Lake International Airport is the largest airport in the state and centrally located within minutes of downtown Salt Lake. If the bustling city is not your thing the suburbs of downtown Salt Lake City offers a little slower paced atmosphere, but still puts you in the heart of outdoor recreational opportunities.
St. George Utah
St. George is a city of superlatives. It boasts some of the state’s most extreme temperatures and was actually home to the hottest day ever recorded. It’s surrounded by some of the reddest rock you’ll ever see. And aside from the crowded cities of the Wasatch Front, it’s the largest city in the state. Of course, it’s features like these that make St. George so desirable.
Vernal Utah
Vernal is located on the northeastern border of Utah and western Colorado. Though the town is small and unassuming, visitors travel the world to see Vernal and the surrounding areas to learn more about its original residents—dinosaurs. This area is famous for its incredible volume of dinosaur fossils, footprints, and various dig sites, earning it the nickname “Dinosaurland.”