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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    10 Must-Do Hikes Near Salt Lake City

    You could easily live in Salt Lake City for decades and only scratch the surface of all the amazing hikes that are right in your own backyard. With a wide range or options, there's something for everyone and you’re never too far from a trailhead. Whether you’re a long-time local, new to town, or ...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    The Best Hikes to Find Wildflowers near Salt Lake City

    Some of these spots are easy access, just off the side of the road and others require a hike to get up where the flowers are. Although I will share my favorite spots that consistently have large fields of flowers, almost any trail you take in July and August (at least half way up the canyons) wil...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Salt Lake City's Top 6 Spring Hikes

    The mountains around Salt Lake City are primarily known for hosting eight world-class ski resorts, but what’s good for the ski-bum goose is good for the hiking-booted gander. When the snow melts, the Wasatch Mountains surrounding the valley open up to hundreds of incredible hiking trails. From go...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    The Top 5 Spots For Fall Leaves Near Salt Lake City

    There aren’t very many things that top getting out on the trail and breathing in the fresh crisp air of autumn. Fewer crowds, cooler temps, fall colors, and all with just enough sunlight to be able to head out after work. It’s like this season was God’s gift to hikers. How lucky are we who live i...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Top 5 Winter Hikes Near Salt Lake City

    I feel like I should start this off with a disclaimer. The backcountry in the Wasatch is an incredible place to explore. Throw in “the greatest snow on Earth” and it gets even better. However, with all that snow, things can get a little dicey. Avalanches are a real concern when traveling in the b...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    The Top 5 Beginner Backpacking Trips Near Salt Lake City

    The Wasatch Mountains provide all adventurers in Salt Lake City with immediate access to hundreds of trails leading to amazing destinations. With such close proximity to the city, it's to be expected that the trailheads might be a bit packed on the weekends, but the vast majority of hikers in the...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    5 Amazing Camping Spots Near Salt Lake City

    Salt Lake City's proximity to amazing outdoor recreation almost eliminates the need to own a tent. Then again, there’s something pure and recalibrating about rolling out a mat and sleeping on the lumpy ground. And with so many amazing camping spots hiding around the Salt Lake Valley, the decision...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    The Great Salt Lake: Better Than It Smells

    Before moving to the Salt Lake area, I had only ever driven by The Great Salt Lake on my way to California. I really didn't know anything about it, and never bothered to explore it. The first time I actually stopped to walk out to the shoreline, I was pretty turned off because of the smell. I thi...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Rendezvous: A SLC Event Perfect for the Whole Family

    Need an event that has something for every outdoor enthusiast in your family? Maverik presents Vamoose “Rendezvous” kicks off on Saturday, April 20th at The Gateway in Salt Lake City. The event highlights activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Entry to all activities is free and ope...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    #EveryoneOutside Film 001: Nailah Blades Wylie / Color Outside

    We are excited to launch our first #EveryoneOutside film featuring Nailah Blades Wylie and her organization, Color Outside. We are proud to support Nailah and her mission to build a safe space for women of color to come together and create unapologetic, soul-stirring lives through outdoor adventu...
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  • Stick Season

    In the Northeast, the few weeks between fall & winter is dubbed “stick season”. For me, this period was always marked by (not so) patiently waiting for snow to blanket the ground & for ski season to begin. Now, living in Utah, the anticipation that comes with this time of year remains t...
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  • Donut Falls Trailhead, Utah

    How to Ditch the Crowds at Donut Falls

    It's no secret that Utah is full of ways to enjoy the outdoors. With so many awesome views that are easily accessible, it's also no secret that you will have some company on most of your outdoor excursions. My solution? Snowshoeing at 6am! My husband and I had the whole trail to ourselves, only ...
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  • Alta, Utah

    The Early Bird Catches the Worm: Skiing Utah's Mt. Superior

    Before considering a backcountry ski adventure, it is critical that you gain the proper experience and knowledge. Read 6 Things You Need to Know Before You Start Backcountry Skiing. Have you ever skied in Utah? Chances are you have ended up in Little Cottonwood Canyon at either Alta or Snowbird. ...
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  • Park City, Utah

    8 Bucket List Summer Adventures in Park City, Utah

    Whenever you're in Park City, no matter where you are in town, you're never too far from one of the trailheads leading to over 400 miles of trails for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. That's enough to keep even the most motivated trail junky satisfied for a lifetime. It's no wonder so ...
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  • Park City, Utah

    Park City's Backyard: The 8 Best Adventures In The Uintas

    The Uinta Mountains, an hour east of Park City, are not a household name outside of Utah, but they really should be. When it comes to beautiful scenery, options for outdoor activities and proximity to one of the nation's best mountain towns, the Uintas can't be beat. Other than the Great Salt Lak...
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  • Park City, Utah

    3 Summer Adventures at Deer Valley in Park City, Utah

    Here's a little secret about Deer Valley: it may be known for its perfect Utah powder, but the locals will tell you that summer is where it's at. In summer, daylight lingers long past 9:00 pm, the mountains are filled with wildflowers, and the bustling yet quaint town of Park City keeps visitors ...
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