Get your kids to put their sticker-coated hydroflasks and their retro-style Tevas to good use. Check out these resources before a hike to a) find a new favorite trail and b) learn beforehand everything to expect on the trail and more!
HikeStGeorge.com
As a web designer, I don’t give standing ovations for local websites very often. But this local hiking resource site deserves the such a gif.
What started out as a fun project for local Tim LeBaron and his crew turned into a vast array of information for each hike all organized into a stellar user experience. It goes beyond length and difficulty level – each trail also tells you things like the best time of year / day to visit, sun exposure, amenities available, even what plants and animals to expect. It doesn’t stop at hikes either. Browse historic sites, lodging, and restaurants and more.
AllTrails
You’ll download this app for St. George, but you can use it all over the world. The benefit of this resource is the consumer contribution. Real people giving their reviews and photos. For the Paradise Canyon Trail alone there are over 250 reviews and 300 photos. Check out the cool feature that can log your hikes for you with GPS, so that next time you’ll remember how long it actually takes to hike Jenny’s Canyon with a curious toddler. Visit the website or download the app.
Arcadia is smack dab in the middle of dozens of scenic hiking spots. Book a stay with us this peak hiking season and come experience why people love this beautiful corner of the state.
