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6 Must-See Places in St George, Utah

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St George, Utah

St. George, Utah is a hidden gem. Many people have never even heard of this incredible place. There are many incredible attractions, features, and sites that if you take the time to see, will make you glad you did.

Located in the southwest corner of Utah, those who do know St. George recognizes it for its red rock cliffs and high temperatures. There is a beauty to this dessert that can’t be explained but needs to be experienced.

Dixie Rock

Dixie Rock is an iconic image in St. George. Technically, the original name for the rock is “Sugarloaf,” so you might hear both names thrown out. All over Utah, cities have their initials painted on neighboring mountains. It’s interesting but super convenient to help you figure out where you are.

St. George has a “D” on a mountain (for Dixie State University), but they also painted the word Dixie on another rock formation. It is a popular spot to go hike and take pictures for residents, tourists, and college students.

St. George Temple

You don’t have to be religious to go walk around the beautiful grounds of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint’s St. George Temple. The grounds are immaculately maintained, and for the middle of the desert, the vegetation is impressive.

This giant temple is a landmark in St. George. It can be seen from the freeway and the pure white building is striking in contrast to the red rock and sagebrush of Southern Utah. It has been around since 1888, so there is a lot of history there as well.

The Tabernacle

The tabernacle is a beautiful building in the heart of the St. George historic district. It was built in 1876 and has lasted the test of time, including being struck by lightning in 2017.

You can receive guided tours of the Tabernacle, detailing its purpose, use, and history. It is a good opportunity to add a historically educational stop to your visit. Many people associate St. George with retired folk, but this area of St. George is full of Dixie State student housing, so you will probably see quite the opposite there.

Zion National Park

Okay, Zion isn’t actually in St. George. It is about an hour drive away, but my is it worth it! Zion has a national park status for a reason. There are beautiful hikes to go on, varying from easy strolls to Angel’s Landing, a hike that includes a very steep final leg and a mounted chain that should be held on to due to limited foot space and dropoffs on either side.

Zion is a wonderful place to go to as a family, a couple or a group of friends. There is something for everyone, and you will appreciate the beautiful change of scenery.

Snow Canyon State Park

Snow Canyon state park highlights the rugged beauty of St. George. There are plenty of trails to walk on, and some people like to go off-trail a little.

There are massive rock formations, many of which can be hiked. You can go see the cinder cones that erupted to help from the beautiful rolling rock of the park. It is over 7,000 acres, so you can drive, find a spot, explore, then repeat.

Tuacahn Center for the Arts

After spending so much time on your trip being active, take some time to relax. Tuacahn is an outdoor amphitheater that hosts productions from Broadway musicals to visiting musicians.

Visiting Tuacahn is a great way to support an arts center doing good for the community; they do a lot for surrounding high schools and citizens. It is a good experience and will benefit many people. Plus you need to relax a little.

Conclusion

Whether you have been planning a trip to St. George or just now heard of it, you should go. It is a wonderful city, filled with good people and a lot of really cool things to see and experience. Just make sure you pack your sunscreen and drink plenty of water, and it will be a great time.

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