The 13 Places You Absolutely Must Visit In Utah This Spring
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Catherine Armstrong
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Are you just itching to get outside now that the weather is warming up? I know that I am, and I’ve found that spring is one of the very best times of year to explore some of Utah’s most beautiful spots. Take a look at these 13 places you should put on your list for April and May.
Red Butte Garden is beautiful right now! You'll found thousands of daffodils here in April, and all the trees are budding and blooming.
If you just can't wait for 80-90 degree weather, visit St George in April and May. The temps are balmy, the hiking is fabulous and the golf courses beckon.
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Antelope Island is a great place to explore year-round, but...let's talk about biting gnats and midges. They hatch in late spring and can make your life pretty miserable. Visit right now to avoid them, but hurry - they could come out at any time now.
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Kodachrome is one of Utah's most underrated parks. It's particularly gorgeous during spring months.
If you've lived in Utah for long, you know all about Temple Square's tulips. Walk through the temple grounds, and check out the thousands of blooms at Main Street Plaza.
Moab (and Arches National Park) get pretty crowded during the summer months. Visit now for a little more solitude, and mild weather.
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Thanksgiving Point's Tulip Festival is going on right now. It runs through May, so be sure to stop by soon.
The Utah State Capitol is home to many cherry trees - which are typically in bloom right now. Beautiful!
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Goblin Valley State Park is one of Utah's most interesting places. But let's be honest - it is a baking hot oven in the summer. Make plans to visit now before the temps hit 100 degrees.
This trail, which reaches from Ogden to Provo, is muddy after it rains, but otherwise it's beautiful this time of year.
With all this talk of spring blooms and Southern Utah parks, you might be surprised to see our ski resorts make this list. Don't underestimate the thrill of spring skiing and boarding, though!
Is there a better way to celebrate warm weather than by watching a baseball game? The Bees season has already started - join the Orem Owlz or Ogden Raptors starting in June.
Utah's most-visited national park is just stunning in April. You'll find fewer crowds and the Virgin River is more than a trickle this time of year.
Of course, we can’t list ALL the great places in Utah to visit this spring. So, add your favorite to the comments here so our readers can see them!
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