Posted in Utah December 24, 2020 by

Springdale Was Just Named One Of The Most Charming Towns In The U.S., And We Couldn’t Agree More

The website House Beautiful recently came out with a list of the 60 most charming towns in the country, and Springdale, Utah was ranked as number three. While we think it definitely deserved the top slot on the list, we have to agree that it is absolutely charming. Have you visited lately? Here’s just a sampling of what you’ll find when you arrive:

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It's hard to beat the beauty surrounding the pretty little town of Springdale. It's situated right on the edge of Zion National Park. Mount Kinesava towers over the town on its western border, which The Watchman stands guard on the east side of town.
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Springdale is home to fewer than 1,000 residents, but it's often bustling with visitors from all over the world.
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You don't need to be a tourist to enjoy Springdale, but you might want to pop into the Visitor Center when you arrive. At the very least, you can soak in the view from its parking lot - just look at that scenery!
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In addition to its stunning beauty, Zion National Park offers tons of recreation opportunities, and you'll want to allow several days to see the entire park.
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Lace up your hiking boots and explore the park's many trails. Make sure to visit the Zion National Park website for the latest updates before your trip.
Spend some time checking out Springdale's local businesses, too. The town has several galleries featuring local painters, sculptors, wood carvers, and other talented craftspeople.
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Pictured is Worthington Gallery, which showcases the work of more than 40 local artists.
All this exploring is certain to work up your appetite. Head to Oscar's Cafe - an iconic restaurant that's been serving tasty food for decades.
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The menu at Oscar's features huge portions of savory Mexican food and also offers some American classics.
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After dinner, head over to Springdale Candy Company. You'll feel like a little kid as you peruse the shelves full of classic candy, and you'll definitely want to try some hand-dipped chocolates and homemade English toffee.
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At the end of a wonderful day, check into the Desert Pearl Inn. Go for a lazy swim, then snuggle up on your balcony for some stargazing.
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What’s your favorite thing to do in Springdale? Tell us in the comments, and if you know of a small business in town that you’d like us to feature in a future article, nominate it here.

You’ll also want to read our feature article about Oscar’s Cafe before your trip to Springdale.

Address: Springdale, UT, USA