Archive for the ‘Travel’ Category

Our Zion Recommendations

April 27th, 2013

Nature, Outdoor adventures, Travel

Zion National Park is one of the greatest places on earth. We at the Lodge at Red River Ranch recommend that anyone who comes to Utah (especially if you’re coming from overseas) check out Zion. But since Zion is so huge, and so crowded in summer, it pays to do a little planning ahead. Here are our recommendations for the first time visitor in Zion National Park. Read More

Hell’s Backbone Scenic Backway

April 12th, 2013

Outdoor adventures, Travel

One of the most scenic, and remote, back roads in this part of Southern Utah is Hell’s Backbone. The Civilian Conservation Corp built this road in 1933 to let vehicles drive between Boulder and Escalante. Mail and other goods continued to be transported into Boulder by mule until 1940. Today most people drive Scenic Highway 12 between Boulder and Escalante, and Hell’s Backbone is seldom used. (Don’t get us wrong, we love Highway 12, but we love Hell’s Backbone too.) Read More

Summer Whitewater Trip

April 7th, 2013

Outdoor adventures, Travel

Utah is a great place to go whitewater rafting. We at the Lodge at Red River Ranch think rafting is one of the best summer activities. Whatever type of water you like – relaxing or heart pounding – and whatever size group you bring along, you will find something perfect in Utah. Summer is right around the corner, and the days are warming up. Here are some of our favorite rivers to raft. We hope you check them out. Read More

Nine Mile Canyon and San Rafeal

March 25th, 2013

Nature, Outdoor adventures, Travel

Canyon Country is a large section in Central Utah that is generally passed over by visitors. The ski resorts draw people to the northern section of the state, and the national parks attract tourists to Southern Utah, but the central region is often forgotten. This is unfortunate, as there are some cool things to do and see there. So, if you want to get off the beaten path a little, visit Canyon Country. Read More

Bryce Canyon – Free Days & More

March 22nd, 2013

Nature, Outdoor adventures, Travel

We at the Lodge at Red River Ranch are always excited about visiting Bryce Canyon National Park. Throughout the entire year, Bryce Canyon offers a chance to take a break and admire the beauty of nature. This month, Bryce Canyon released its list of free entrance days. We thought we’d pass them on to you: Read More