Top 7 Fun Activities While Visiting St. George

Mountain biking is a popular activity in St. George for tourists and locals alike. There are miles of biking trails in the vicinity. If mountain biking isn't your thing, there are many things to experience the beauty of the region by going for a hike.

Zion National Park is less than an hour away, but even more nearby is Snow Canyon State Park. Located a few miles north of town, Snow Canyon has miles of hiking trails winding through sand dunes, volcanic cones, red sandstone cliffs.

While there are options for St George lodging, there is something unforgettably magical about sleeping under the stars. Campgrounds are available at Snow Canyon State Park and Zion National Park. Camping lets you commune with nature so that you can never manage on a day trip.

Even before you plan your hiking and/or camping trip, you may want to get a look at the local landmarks and plan what you want to see. What better way to do so than by taking a hot air balloon ride over the area to get a bird's eye view? You can book a trip with one of the guide companies in the area that offers such tours.

Canyoneering is an outdoor activity that involves using ropes to rappel down canyon walls. This lets you see the spectacular views and admire the walls from close up. Keep in mind that canyoneering by yourself isn't a good idea unless you are already experienced at it. Fortunately, guides will show you how it works.

The mild climate in St. George makes year-round golfing possible. There are a number of golf courses available, and as you play, you can admire beauty of surrounding mountains and rock layers.

A visit to St. George offers you the opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of the region. Millennia ago, the area was home to ancient tribes of indigenous people who literally left their mark on the landscape in the form of petroglyphs, or rock drawings. You can still see these ancient works of art today at the Black Mountain Petroglyph Site.

Even before there were people in the region, the area of St. George was home to roaming dinosaurs. You can see the fossilized tracks of dinosaurs, the swim trails of fish, as well as life-sized recreations of the prehistoric creatures at the Dinosaur Discovery Site.

Kayenta Art Village is a unique community near St. George where you can find studios and art galleries in the pedestrian-only area, as well as amenities, such as an outdoor café and a spa, that allow you to treat yourself while enjoying the artwork.

If you're interested in architecture, the LDS temple is well worth a visit. St. George is the area where the Mormons first settled in Utah and built a church. The temple is an imposing edifice occupying nearly an entire city block and situated on attractive open grounds. The general public is welcome at the visitor center open daily.

There is plenty more to see and do during your visit to St. George. Now is a great time to start planning your trip.