The rich heritage and breathtaking beauty that have come to be defining qualities of Salt Lake City exist in spades all around Utah and the surrounding states. So make sure you have a full tank of gas (and plenty of snacks!) and explore the wonders of the SLC area!
KOAs along the way:
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Salt Lake City Brigham City/Perry South Bear Lake/Garden City |
Montpelier Creek Lava Hot Springs Pocatello |
Places To See And Things To Do:
OgdenHill Aerospace Museum – Located on the Hill Air Force Base, the museum celebrates the heritage of aerospace flight.
MontpelierNational Oregon/California Trail Center – Ride a computer-controlled covered wagon and touch the tools and artifacts of American pioneers while you learn about the heritage of the Oregon/California Trail.
St. CharlesBear Lake State Park – A water recreation mecca, Bear Lake State Park accommodates boaters, water skiers, fishermen, swimmers and beach bums.
Lava Hot SpringsLava Hot Springs – Relax in the world-famous natural hot springs or cool off at the Olympic swimming pool and water slide.
Places To Eat:
LoganAggie Ice Cream – This world-renowned ice cream was even the first to make it to outer space. Find out what all the fuss is about (try the lemon custard!).
PocatelloPortneuf Valley Brewing – Pocatello’s only brewery offers great food along with great beer.
OgdenUnion Grill – Located in Ogden’s historic Union Station, this restaurant features a variety of menu items for every taste.
KOAs along the way:
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Provo Fillmore Green River |
Richfield Beaver |
Places To See And Things To Do:
Provo CanyonAlpine Loop Scenic Byway – A 20-mile drive that takes you through alpine canyons, offering incredible views of nearby mountain peaks. Other noteworthy points along the drive include Sundance and Cascade Springs.
LehiThanksgiving Point – Take a break at this complex designed to entertain and educate through museums, a discovery garden and other varied experiences.
Green RiverGreen River State Park – Golfing and water sports areas on the banks of the Green River.
Places To Eat:
ProvoJ Dawgs – What started in a little red shack has quickly become a Provo institution. Grab a beef dog or a polish dog with some of J Dawgs’ special sauce and you won’t be disappointed.
BeaverFreestyle Pizza – Enjoy their “secret” dough recipe and variety of freshly hand-tossed pizzas.
KOAs along the way:
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Vernal/Dinosaurland Flaming Gorge/Manila |
Lyman Rock Springs/Green River |
Places To See And Things To Do:
Park CityPark City Mountain Resort – When there isn’t snow on the hill, enjoy the zip line, alpine slide and alpine coaster.
Fort BridgerFort Bridger State Historic Site – Tour the historic former supply shop and military outpost along the old Oregon Trail.
ManilaFlaming Gorge National Recreation Area – Enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, a favorite for water sports enthusiasts.
DinosaurDinosaur National Monument – Take in the gorgeous vistas as well as the surreal sight of dinosaur remains embedded in the rocks.
Places To Eat:
Salt Lake CityRuth’s Diner – This restaurant’s just far enough out of the way to classify as a “getaway”. Its classic, cozy atmosphere will make you forget you’re just outside of the city.
Park CitySquatters – Focused on providing good, local, fresh food as well as world-class handcrafted beer in a friendly atmosphere.
KOAs along the way:
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Places To See And Things To Do:
SyracuseAntelope Island State Park – You won’t have to stray far from Salt Lake City to enjoy great biking, hiking, horseback riding and sightseeing.
WendoverBonneville Salt Flats – See one of the most unique natural features in the nation. A 30,000-acre stretch so flat and barren it seems as though you can see the curvature of the earth.
Gold HillGold Hill Ghost Town – This old town boomed and died several times in its past, leaving behind a hauntingly deserted, desolate town.
Places To Eat:
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