Geoff & Janice’s Guidebook
Food scene
Here are a few of our favorite places to eat!
Great food and and coffee alongside some amazing scenery. Patio seating is dog friendly!
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River Rock Roasting Company
394 S State StGreat food and and coffee alongside some amazing scenery. Patio seating is dog friendly!
Delicious food with a nice outdoor seating area that is dog friendly.
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Main Street Café
138 Main StDelicious food with a nice outdoor seating area that is dog friendly.
Yummy food that comes at a decent price. The scenery is one of the best around! Outdoor seating area is dog friendly!
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Rosita's Santa Fe Kitchen
Yummy food that comes at a decent price. The scenery is one of the best around! Outdoor seating area is dog friendly!
Tasty food and drinks in a comfortable and scenic atmoephere. Outdoor seating area is dog friendly.
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Cafe Soleil
205 Zion Park BlvdTasty food and drinks in a comfortable and scenic atmoephere. Outdoor seating area is dog friendly.
Like baked sweets? This is the place!! The cinnamon bread and rolls are to die for. Many varieties of honeys to sample too!
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Muddy Bees Bakery
525 W State StLike baked sweets? This is the place!! The cinnamon bread and rolls are to die for. Many varieties of honeys to sample too!
Looking for a romantic restaurant with great food? Kings Landing is the place. It is a bit more pricey than our other recommendations, but it is worth the splurge. The menus change according to the season and the chef is superb! Sit outside, the views are amazing!
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King's Landing Bistro
1515 Zion Park BlvdLooking for a romantic restaurant with great food? Kings Landing is the place. It is a bit more pricey than our other recommendations, but it is worth the splurge. The menus change according to the season and the chef is superb! Sit outside, the views are amazing!
If you are hungry and looking for a big serving, this is the place to go. We guarantee you'll leave full and satisfied!
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Oscar's Cafe
948 Zion Park BlvdIf you are hungry and looking for a big serving, this is the place to go. We guarantee you'll leave full and satisfied!
Hiking
Here are just a few of the hikes that can be found in/close to Hurricane. These are just the tip of the iceberg. There is SO much hiking in every direction from our cottage!
A great little 2 miles round trip hike and only a 5 minute walk from the cottage. This is a dog friendly hike.
http://stillexploring.com/three-falls-hurricane/
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Three Falls Trailhead
850 S 60 EA great little 2 miles round trip hike and only a 5 minute walk from the cottage. This is a dog friendly hike.
http://stillexploring.com/three-falls-hurricane/
A beautiful hike that will take you through a beautiful canyon. It is the gateway to the Canaan Mountain Wilderness. About 4 miles round trip with options for many more. This is a dog friendly hike.
miles.https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/watercanyon.cfm
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Water Canyon
A beautiful hike that will take you through a beautiful canyon. It is the gateway to the Canaan Mountain Wilderness. About 4 miles round trip with options for many more. This is a dog friendly hike.
miles.https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/watercanyon.cfm
A great hike along La Verkin Creek to the confluence with the Virgin River. This is a dog friendly hike.
http://www.redcliffsdesertreserve.com/welcome-to-confluence-park
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Confluence Park
A great hike along La Verkin Creek to the confluence with the Virgin River. This is a dog friendly hike.
http://www.redcliffsdesertreserve.com/welcome-to-confluence-park
Like to get off the beaten path? A great hike that follows the historic canal built to provide water to Hurricane and La Verkin. Depending on where you access the trail it can be a wonderful 7+ mile loop trail into and along the Virgin River Gorge. This is a somewhat challenging dog friendly hike.
https://backcountrypost.com/threads/hurricane-canal-and-rim-loop.2196/
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Hurricane Canal
Like to get off the beaten path? A great hike that follows the historic canal built to provide water to Hurricane and La Verkin. Depending on where you access the trail it can be a wonderful 7+ mile loop trail into and along the Virgin River Gorge. This is a somewhat challenging dog friendly hike.
https://backcountrypost.com/threads/hurricane-canal-and-rim-loop.2196/
A fun and scenic 1.7 out and back trail. Trailhead is just minutes away from the cottage.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/mollies-nipple--2
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Mollies Nipple
A fun and scenic 1.7 out and back trail. Trailhead is just minutes away from the cottage.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/mollies-nipple--2
Whether you are hiking, trail running, or mountain biking, this trail will fit the bill! Beautiful views in all directions! Trailhead is 5 minutes from our cottage.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/jem-trail
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Jem Trailhead
State Highway 59Whether you are hiking, trail running, or mountain biking, this trail will fit the bill! Beautiful views in all directions! Trailhead is 5 minutes from our cottage.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/jem-trail
Zion National Park
If you come to this neck of the woods you most certainly should spend time in Zion National Park. Zion has so much to offer for so many people. If you do a little pre-planning before going, your trip will be that much more enjoyable. Here are a couple of links to get you started. We can also provide information about some of our favorites.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/
https://www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm
This is a 5.5 mile popular, round trip hike and one of the classic, must-do hikes in Zion National Park. If you are afraid of heights, this hike is not for you.
hikehttps://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/angelslanding.cfm
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Top van Angels Landing
Angels Landing TrailThis is a 5.5 mile popular, round trip hike and one of the classic, must-do hikes in Zion National Park. If you are afraid of heights, this hike is not for you.
hikehttps://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/angelslanding.cfm
One of the most scenic hikes in the country. Most days it will be very busy. But there is a reason for that. https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/zionnarrows.cfm
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The Narrows
One of the most scenic hikes in the country. Most days it will be very busy. But there is a reason for that. https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/zionnarrows.cfm
Another classic, very popular 1-mile round trip Zion hike. Get an early start in the morning. Or, if you want to catch the sunset, make sure you plan accordingly because parking can be an issue.
http://www.zionnational-park.com/zion-canyon-overlook-trail.htm
Canyon Overlook Trail
Another classic, very popular 1-mile round trip Zion hike. Get an early start in the morning. Or, if you want to catch the sunset, make sure you plan accordingly because parking can be an issue.
http://www.zionnational-park.com/zion-canyon-overlook-trail.htm
Another popular Zion hike. Please DO NOT WADE OR SWIM IN THESE POOLS.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/emeraldpools.cfm
Emerald Pools Trail
Emerald Pools TrailAnother popular Zion hike. Please DO NOT WADE OR SWIM IN THESE POOLS.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/emeraldpools.cfm
This section of the park is one of the least appreciated yet just as spectacular. Just 26 miles from our front door, you will find a variety of breathtaking hikes and scenery.
http://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/kolob.cfm
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Kolob Canyons Visitor Center
3752 E Kolob Canyon RdThis section of the park is one of the least appreciated yet just as spectacular. Just 26 miles from our front door, you will find a variety of breathtaking hikes and scenery.
http://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/kolob.cfm
Scenic drive and access to many excellent hikes. **Note that the upper section of this road is closed during the winter**
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/terrace.cfm
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Kolob Terrace Road
Kolob Terrace RoadScenic drive and access to many excellent hikes. **Note that the upper section of this road is closed during the winter**
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/terrace.cfm
This trail starts at the same shuttle stop as Angels Landing, but the trail will continue past the junction for the Angels Landing trail. If you are afraid of heights and do not want to do Angels Landing, this is a GREAT alternative. PLUS there will be less people AND you can hike as far as you want, then turn around and go back to the shuttle stop.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/westrimdayhike.cfm
West Rim Trail
West Rim TrailThis trail starts at the same shuttle stop as Angels Landing, but the trail will continue past the junction for the Angels Landing trail. If you are afraid of heights and do not want to do Angels Landing, this is a GREAT alternative. PLUS there will be less people AND you can hike as far as you want, then turn around and go back to the shuttle stop.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/westrimdayhike.cfm
Rock Climbing
Want to get a taste of Southern Utah sandstone sport climbing? This is a great place to start.
https://www.mountainproject.com/area/105717173/chuckawalla-wall
Chuckwalla Climbing Area
Chuckwalla TrailOther Things To Do and Places To See
We may or may not be biased (we are), but we think our little corner of Southern Utah is one of the most beautiful places in the world! Below are some of our favorite outdoor areas that you may not come across on your own. Many are within an hour of your accommodation and some are just minutes away. In addition, a great overall resource for various hiking trails in the area can be found on http://www.hikestgeorge.com/
Snow Canyon State Park
1002 Snow Canyon Drhttps://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/snow-canyon/
https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/cities-and-towns/cedar-city/kanarraville-canyon-falls-hike/
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Kanarraville Falls
40 S Main Sthttps://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/cities-and-towns/cedar-city/kanarraville-canyon-falls-hike/
https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/state-and-federal-recreation-areas/southern/red-cliffs-national-conservation-area/
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Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/state-and-federal-recreation-areas/southern/red-cliffs-national-conservation-area/
http://www.visitsouthernutah.com/Coral-Pink-Sand-Dunes-State-Park
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Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
12500 Sand Dune Roadhttp://www.visitsouthernutah.com/Coral-Pink-Sand-Dunes-State-Park
https://bestfriends.org/sanctuary/visit-our-utah-sanctuary
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Best Friends Welkom Center
5001 Angel Canyon Rdhttps://bestfriends.org/sanctuary/visit-our-utah-sanctuary
Sand Hollow State Park
3351 Sand Hollow Rdhttps://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/sand-hollow/
http://www.paragonadventure.com/southernutah/home/outdoor-recreational-activities/caving/
Bloomington Caves
http://www.paragonadventure.com/southernutah/home/outdoor-recreational-activities/caving/
Signal Peak
http://www.willhiteweb.com/utah_climbing/pine_valley_mountains/signal_peak_301.htm
A 2.5 hour drive (one way) will take you to Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon, a mystical and stunning slot canyon that rivals any other.
http://www.antelopeslotcanyon.com/
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Upper Antelope Canyon
A 2.5 hour drive (one way) will take you to Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon, a mystical and stunning slot canyon that rivals any other.
http://www.antelopeslotcanyon.com/
Bryce Canyon National Park
Just 2 hours from Cliffside Cottage is Bryce Canyon National Park. A sprawling reserve in southern Utah, Bryce is known for its crimson-colored hoodoos, and spire-shaped rock formations. The park’s main road leads past the expansive Bryce Amphitheater, a hoodoo-filled depression lying below the Rim Trail hiking path. It has overlooks at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point and Bryce Point. Prime viewing times are around sunup and sundown.
https://www.nps.gov/brca/index.htm
Queens Garden Trail
Queens Garden Trailhttp://www.zionnational-park.com/bryce-canyon-trails.htm
https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/most-visited-parks/bryce-canyon/family-guide/navajo-loop/
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Navajo loop trail
Navajo Loop Trailhttps://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/most-visited-parks/bryce-canyon/family-guide/navajo-loop/
Bristlecone Pine Trail
Bristlecone Pine Trailhttps://www.brycecanyon.com/hiking-the-bristlecone-loop-in-bryce/
http://www.sltrib.com/home/3743826-155/utah-hike-of-the-week-mossy
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Mossy Cave Trail
http://www.sltrib.com/home/3743826-155/utah-hike-of-the-week-mossy
Grand Canyon National Park
Just 2.5 hours from Cliffside Cottage, The Grand Canyon is a natural formation distinguished by layered bands of red rock, revealing millions of years of geological history in cross-section. Vast in scale, the canyon averages 10 miles across and a mile deep along its 277-mile length. Much of the area is a national park, with Colorado River white-water rapids and sweeping vistas. While most visitors visit the North or South Rim, TOROWEAP is spot where you will avoid crowds. However, you'll need a 4-wheel drive vehicle to get there.
https://www.hitthetrail.com/toroweap-tuweep/
https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/tuweep.htm
Toroweap Cliffs
https://www.hitthetrail.com/toroweap-tuweep/
https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/tuweep.htm
The North Rim is the closest lodge to Cliffside Cottage. While many visitors travel to this spot annually, it's for a good reason. Breathtaking views are abundant and there are a lot of resources and information available through the Park Service.
https://grandcanyon.com/category/planning/north-rim-planning/
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North Rim
The North Rim is the closest lodge to Cliffside Cottage. While many visitors travel to this spot annually, it's for a good reason. Breathtaking views are abundant and there are a lot of resources and information available through the Park Service.
https://grandcanyon.com/category/planning/north-rim-planning/
South Rim
https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/directions_s_rim.htm