3 Things to Do in Dixie National Forest

3 Places to Visit in Dixie National Forest

Dixie National Forest is an expansive, beautiful national park with about 170 miles of scenic Utah nature. It is also Utah's largest national park. With so much to explore, it can be difficult to start. Here's a small list of highlights to get you started.

1) Kolob Reservoir

Kolob Reservoir is a popular fishing area. The scenic area also features some camping areas. Get to this area by heading up the canyon from Cedar City, turning right at the Lava Point turn off, and following the road until you've reached the reservoir.

2) Cedar Breaks

Cedar Breaks is a National Monument location at the top of Cedar Canyon (the route to reach Dixie National Forest). The area is simply breathtaking. The site provides a view of colorful red rock country contrasted with large expanses of trees. Be aware that it is a tolled area to visit, although definitely worth it.

3) Cedar Canyon

This is a great camping spot. Cedar Canyon features sites for pitching tents, RV parking, a restroom, drinking water, and paved roads. The camping site is located next to Crow Creek, and the highway leading through the canyon. Cedar Canyon campground is closed for the fall and winter and will reopen next spring.

Sources:

http://utah.com/campgrounds/cedar-canyon

http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/zion/kolob_reservoir.html

http://www.recreation.gov/camping/cedar-canyon/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70246

*my wife, Shelby Ericksen, took the great picture of Cedar Breaks