During the holiday season, everyone will be able to enjoy amazing Christmas treats and world-renowned light displays in Utah Valley. With so much to do this time of year, it can be hard to decide on the best ways to celebrate Christmas. Here is a list of the best places to see Christmas lights while…
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When the peaks surrounding Utah Valley begin to glow with autumn yellows and reds, there is no place I would rather be than in Utah Valley. Between the dozens of bakeries serving mouthwatering seasonal goods (Fillings & Emulsions, I'm looking at you) and fall festivals in almost every city, my…
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The natural beauty found throughout Utah Valley is stunning, plentiful, and far-spread. This can be a challenge as a landscape photographer because I am constantly torn on which of the dozens of picturesque locations I should prioritize, especially when I am short on time. After some time…
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While growing up in the excessive heat of Arizona, I often heard about the wonder of summers in Utah Valley. A cool river to tube in, hikes along rivers, and a waterpark at the base of a mountain made Utah Valley sound like a haven during the warm months of the year. Now that I live here myself I…
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Payson Lakes Throughout Utah Valley, community pools are now open, city festivals have begun, and snowmelt is low enough for mountain roads to open. One of the valley’s best summer roads for finding adventure is the Nebo Loop. This road is a National Scenic Byway and one of the best places for…
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Utah Valley is beginning to warm up, which means tubing down the Provo River, hiking up Mt. Nebo, visiting Timpanogos Cave National Monument and other summertime activities. Warmer days also welcome summer nights that are comfortably cool, allowing more opportunities to explore the wonder of the…
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When fourteen-year-old skier, Chase Nelson, comes down the hill at Sundance Mountain Resort, strangers watch with wide smiles. For many, Chase is likely the first person with Down Syndrome that they have seen skiing. One of those smiles belongs to Chase’s dad, Craig. Like most parents, Craig and…
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During the winter Utah Valley transforms into a cold-weather playground, offering everything from skiing at Sundance Mountain Resort to ice-fishing on Tibble Fork Reservoir or sledding at Rock Canyon. However, if you want a change from trying to figure out how many layers your toddler needs or a…
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Utah's landscape is incredibly diverse to say the least. In southern Utah, there are deserts, canyons, and arches, while in northern Utah, there are mountains, rivers, and grasslands. This type of landscape comes with a wide variety of wildlife. The state is home to over 600 different kinds of…
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Horseback riding is one of the many activities available in Utah's backcountry, for both locals and visitors. The Wasatch range may be more popular for hikes and mountain biking, but horseback riding is still a popular alternative. There is something especially enjoyable about riding a horse through…
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