Extravaganza of Color and Light

Flamboyant reds and yellows now decorate Utah’s canyons and mountainsides, as fall colors reach peak radiance. The annual extravaganza of color and light is approaching its peak along the Wasatch Front and through the high country of central Utah.

Colors have already peaked in the Uinta Mountains and Logan areas, where brightly-colored leaves now carpet the trails. In southern Utah, fall colors will be on display from mid-October into November.

This is a wonderful time of year to drive Utah’s byways and hike or bike our trails. Scenic drives in every part of the state provide opportunities to view vivid foliage.

Flank a mountain lake or stream with red oak, yellow aspen and green pine trees and the scene is dazzling. View the vivid hues through a waterfall’s rainbow-colored mist and you risk sensory overload. Stewart Falls, just a short hike above Sundance Resort, offers such a vista. It’s located on the east side of Mount Timpanogos, along Highway 92’s Alpine Loop, which many consider to be the ultimate fall drive. You can actually see the waterfall from some cabins at Sundance.

Our ski resorts now brim with color, and are friendly to hikers and bikers. Bike in tow, ride a lift to the top of the mountain and enjoy the flight down – just make sure you check your brakes before take off.

Within a few short weeks our mountain resorts will be blanketed by snow and hiking/biking activity will shift to the red rocks around Moab and St. George. Late October and early November are optimum times to peddle and hike slickrock trails.

Park City Mountain Resort has announced it will open for skiing on Nov. 21, a day early this year. Passes will be discounted and proceeds will be donated to a local charity to support public education.

NOW IS THE TIME TO BOOK SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIPS FOR THIS SEASON!
Please consider one of our packaged ski deals or contact one our travel consultants at 1.888.881.1120 to have them customize a ski trip for you.

Major Upcoming Events

9th Annual 24 Hours of Moab Mountain Bike Race, Oct. 18-19. This is a team relay-style mountain bike race set in a spectacular red rock desert. Phone: 304-259-5533.

Moab Fat Tire Festival, Oct. 30 - Nov. 2. This annual festival has developed into a great rendezvous for mountain bike enthusiasts from all over the globe. Six local bike shops and tour companies work together to offer a "cornucopia" of events including: Bike Expo, Halloween Costume Party, Movie Night, Pancake Breakfast, Slideshow with John Stamsted, Freeride Clinic, and more. Contact: Laurie Hutchinson, 435-259-1182.

Moab Folk Music Festival, Nov. 7-9, offers an exceptional schedule of accomplished artists from the national, regional and local contemporary folk music community. From Utah to Texas to Virginia and New York, the Moab Folk Music Festival brings you some of the finest singer/songwriter musicians in the country. Contact: Don or Melissa, 435-260-2488.

My Ancestors LDS Family History Library Retreat, Nov. 10-15 at the Family History Library adjacent to Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City. This is a unique opportunity to explore the world’s largest Family History Library in the company of professionals who will help you connect with your ancestors. All levels of expertise are invited—from the beginner to the seasoned researcher. Contact: Holly T. Hansen, 801-829-3295.

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