Zion National Park -
Located in the very southwest corner of Utah, Zion is small in scale
but grand in scenic vistas. From the mighty granite towers,
to the cleansing of the rushing Virgin River, Zion is sure to excite
one and all. The Internet Brothers stayed 3 days in April 1998, and
loved every minute.
Bryce Canyon National Park -
A short two hour drive northeast from Zion, Bryce claims the highest
elevation of all Utah's parks. Hovering near 9000 feet, most
views are from above, on the canyon rim.
Famous for amphitheatrical panoramas, geological erosion creates
the marvelous spires, known as hoodoos.
Canyonlands National Park -
Three parks in one, Utah's largest entices visitors with the Islands in
the Sky, the Maze, and the Needles districts. Experience nearly 3000 feet
of elevation change as you 4-wheel it from area to area. Each district retains
its own character and offers different opportunities for exploration.
Capitol Reef National Park -
The Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile long wrinkle in the earth's crust known to
geologists as a monocline, extends from nearby Thousand Lakes Mountain to the
Colorado River. The national park was established
to protect this colorful geologic feature, as well as the historical
and cultural history that abounds in the area.
Arches National Park -
One of the largest concentrations of natural sandstone arches in the world.
The arches and numerous other extraordinary geologic features, such as spires,
pinnacles, pedestals and balanced rocks, are highlighted in striking foreground
and background views created by contrasting colors, landforms and textures.
National Parks Conservation Association -
The gradual, accelerated warming of our planet will have disastrous consequences for America's
national parks. But all is not lost. Although the situation seems dire, NPCA's report,
Unnatural Disaster, says we
can still halt the most severe effects of climate change if we take action now. The national parks offer
a unique opportunity to draw attention to America’s priceless resources at risk, and to showcase
opportunities to act to protect them.
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