Utah's Mighty 5
Utah's Mighty 5 refers to a group of five national parks located in southern Utah that are known for their stunning natural beauty and unique geological formations. The Mighty 5 parks are:
- Arches National Park: Known for its more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the famous Delicate Arch, as well as other rock formations, hiking trails, and scenic vistas.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Famous for its unique geological formations known as hoodoos, towering spires of rock that create a striking landscape, as well as hiking trails, camping, and stargazing opportunities.
- Canyonlands National Park: Located near Moab, Utah, Canyonlands is known for its rugged canyons, mesas, and buttes carved by the Colorado River, as well as opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and river rafting.
- Capitol Reef National Park: Named for its towering cliffs that resemble the U.S. Capitol building, Capitol Reef offers stunning rock formations, hiking trails, and opportunities to explore the park's history, including historic orchards and pioneer-era buildings.
- Zion National Park: Known for its soaring sandstone cliffs, deep canyons, and emerald pools, Zion is one of the most popular national parks in the country, with opportunities for hiking, climbing, and wildlife viewing.