Have you heard of The Mighty 5? These are the 5 amazing National Parks in Utah. On this epic 7-day adventure through Utah, we visited all 5 parks, 1 state park, hiked, kayaked, and went on our first ever canyoneering experience!

This itinerary is best suited for fit adults and older kids. Go solo, with a partner, friends, or family!

Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, USA

Zion National Park, Utah, USA

Canyonlands National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

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Utah, USA

Epic 7-day adventure through Utah

7 day road trip itinerary starting in Las Vegas and visiting Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches National Parks. Includes the best hikes, sights, and hidden gems based on three years of roadtripping through this part of Utah and the US southwest! 

Utah National Parks Explorer - 7 Day Itinerary

A guide to Utah's five National Parks

From $4 showers to free campsites, this is the budget guide you need in order to see some of the most magical national parks in the country.

Total trip time: 10-14 days

Nearest major city to start from: Salt Lake City

How to Visit: Utah's National Parks

Welcome to the most geographically diverse country in the world, the U.S.A.! This guide is written based off of a road trip that we took in late 2020. The full itinerary is a little over three weeks (23 days, 22 nights), starting and finishing in Orlando (where we were living at the time). 

The best part about the itinerary? It's a loop! Allowing you to start and finish wherever. This itinerary is 100% personalizable and as many stops can be added or removed as you'd like. This route offers some amazing places, including the beaches in Florida, the deserts of the southwest, and the coastlines of California. 

The most optimal time to take this road trip is during the summer as you'll find the best weather everywhere. But because we're mainly down south, you can take this road trip in the winter without too much trouble in the snow. 

This itinerary includes 15 states, nine National Parks, 6000+ miles, and all of the costs we incurred along the way. This itinerary also includes things to see, places to eats, and our favorite things in each location. This itinerary does not include overnight accommodation, so it is necessary to find hotels/airbnbs on your own. 

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Mesa Arch Trailhead

Mesa Arch is one of the most iconic landmarks in Canyonlands National Park, known for its stunning sunrise views. The hike to Mesa Arch is relatively short, spanning only about 0.5 miles round trip. It's rated as an easy hike, suitable for visitors of all ages and fitness levels. On average, it takes about 20-30 minutes to hike to the arch and back. The trail offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding canyonlands, making it a must-see attraction for photographers and nature enthusiasts. While the hike itself is not particularly challenging, visitors should exercise caution around the edges of the arch, as there are steep drop-offs. Additionally, during peak tourist seasons, Mesa Arch can get crowded, so it's best to visit early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and capture the best lighting conditions for photography.

Start your Canyonlands National Park visit with sunrise at Mesa Arch. It will likely be crowded (yes, even at sunrise), but when the light's rays hit the canyon below it will all be worth it. It is just a short walk from the parking area to Mesa Arch.   https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/mesa-arch

Mesa Arch Trailhead

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