Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are prime destinations for many. Spend time in the parks, enjoy the breath-taking scenery, photograph the wildlife, marvel at the geysers and hot springs, but plan some of your time to explore the route.
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Book todaySalt Lake continues to be to be the gateway for travellers making the quick trip to Utah's ski resort, heading southward to Utah's renowned red rock country, or venturing northward to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. its compact downtown makes for easy walking among the many things to do in Salt Lake City.
Restaurants, bars, and other attractions bring life to the city centre. Visit historic Temple Square, shop at City Creek Centre, or curl up with a book in the soaring glass atrium of the Moshe Sadie and Associates - designed City Library. Overnight in Salt Lake City.
Lunch on Ogden's historic 25th Street. Once upon a time, saloons stood side by side with businesses, which thrived on Ogden's status as a railroad hub. Today, 25th Street offers a glimpse into the past with the opportunity to enjoy unique shops, antique stores and restaurants. Finish your day in Logan. This city sits in the cradle of Northern Utah's beautiful Cache Valley, a high mountain valley known for outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and world-class performing and fine arts. Your are only 10 minutes drive from hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, and bird watching in the Pinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
Discover what life in the West was like in the 188s at the American West Heritage Centre where you'll join costumed interpreters to enjoy hands-on-learning as you visit the mountain men encampment, pioneer cabins, and a turn-of-the-century farm. Overnight in Logan.
Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway boasts 43 miles of uncrowded scenery with dramatic limestone cliffs, wildflowers and the Logan River on the route to Jackson. It's all on the way to Bear Lake, a must-see. Bear Lake is a deep natural lake that changes colour with the sky, and is best known for its breathtaking turquoise colour sparkling on sunny days. On the southwest shore of Bear Lake, the town of Garden City is perhaps best known for its legendary raspberry shakes.
With some of the most beautiful mountain vistas in the world, some say Grand Teton National Park is the most scenic of the two parks.
Sitting in the caldera of an ancient volcano at an 8,000 foot elevation and covering over 3,468 square miles, Yellowstone National Park has 10,000 hot springs, 200 geysers and many vents and mud pots. This mountain wild-land is home to a wide range of animals including grizzly bears, wolves, moose, bisons,...
The Town of West Yellowstone is located just outside of the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Nestled among majestic mountain peaks, and surrounded by natural scenic wonders, the town is rich in history and activities.
Pocatello, Idaho is named for a Shoshone Indian Chief. sStand in awe of saber tooth cats and giant prehistoric bison at the Idaho Museum of Natural History; or see Native American and pioneer history come alive at the life size Fort Hall Replica and Bannock County Historical Museum.
Bubbling out of natural underground springs, over 2.5 million gallons a day of hot, mineral laden, odour free water course through the pools at Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy a relaxing few hours in the pools.
Then venture on the Golden Spike National Historic Site, a tribute to the perseverance and talents of all who worked to complete the transcontinental railroad. Two beautiful, fully functional replicas of the original locomotives are on display. Continue on to the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. Comprised of over 80,000 acres of marsh and upland habitats, over 230 different bird species have been observed here.
Park City could certainly stake a rightful claim of being the "perfect mountain town". Combining its silver mining town heritage, a progressive vibe and a deep appreciation for the outdoor, Park City strikes a balance between luxury and comfort.
Enjoy your last few hours in Park City. Return your car to Salt Lake City Airport before your flight home.