Utah canyon country

Some of these areas are at high altitude (Bryce, for example) so you may still encounter snow and cold overnight temperatures in some places (depends on how the winter goes.) SLC that would definitely be true.

Busy time of year for Utah parks. Everyone seems to know the weather is great. (as noted, Bryce might be the exception) Popular for spring break vacations, whether it's families or college kids.

4runnerguy wrote:
Busy time of year for Utah parks. Everyone seems to know the weather is great. (as noted, Bryce might be the exception) Popular for spring break vacations, whether it's families or college kids.

What he said. Plan your trip. Check rvparkreviews.com for parks. You may need reservations at some places. Utah is a big beautiful place. We started going there in 2004 in the spring and fall. We spend about 5-6 weeks a years there. Lots and lots of boondocking opportunities.

It would be helpful to know your activity level. We can suggest activities and places from car window tourism to extreme adventures.

countrykids wrote:


Researching another possibility for a spring trip, would that be a good time to visit Utah canyon country?

We would leave Minnesota in mid-March returning mid to late April.

This time would work just check ahead in Moab as they have a number of annual events that will fill it - also check the local schools for spring break.

Initial thought is to go west to Salt Lake City,

That will work just watch the weather.

then down to Capitol Reef,

Take the time to drive through Goblins SP?

Bryce,

As has been noted because of the higher elevation keep an eye on the weather - I can say from personal experience that the snow is just beautiful contrasting the Hoo Doo's and the Red Rocks - so keep that in mind if you are good to go in the snow.

and Zion.

North Rim? Lake Powell? (weather permitting no plows) Slot Canyons? Canyon de Chelly? any of these might be added to your trip, as they are all special, just add another week or two.

From there circle back east to Monument Valley,

- Mexican Hat? is on your route.

Canyonlands,

and Arches before heading home.

Be sure to get into the Mountains around Moab. will still have snow on the tops, do not miss the drive on Rt 128 along the Colorado River out of Moab.

Will reservations be needed at campgrounds and are boondocking opportunities available?

Boondocking is always available - keep the propane tank full, and have good batteries - My brother did a part of this just last year - LOVED IT!!! - had no problems with no reservations, but mentioned he just missed a big rally in Moab, so you might check on those.

Any other thoughts please.

Thanks

Sounds like a great trip - perfect time to go - still cool - maybe even cold so be prepared as you will go from shorts to fleece on same day - One year we did Zion to Angels Landing in shorts and they drove to Bryce in 10 inches of snow, to have a Sunset with that was to die for - Beautiful sunset with snow covered Hoo Doo's and the Red rocks - Never forget it!

SLC and it's mountains should still be covered in snow and might just be fun ti visit a few of the Ski Resorts.

Let us know what you decide - as many on this forum are experts.

Best of Luck,

One other thing of note is Moab you will want to find out when the annual Easter Jeep safari is and plan on not going there then, unless that is your purpose for going. It will be packed full. If you do choose to go then you better make reservations soon as they will be full.

All of the aboveis very well stated. No need to repeat. Me, I would go with reservations.

Also keep in mind that Utah is ATV & UTV headquarters in the summer months. So parks fill up pretty fast.

If you want to visit both Bryce and Zion you have to be aware of the height, width, and length limitations on your rig should you opt to go thru the tunnel. We avoided the tunnel and went from Bryce toward Panguitch, up to hwy 20, west to the I-15, then back south to Zion.

If you want to visit both Bryce and Zion you have to be aware of the height, width, and length limitations on your rig should you opt to go thru the tunnel. We avoided the tunnel and went from Bryce toward Panguitch, up to hwy 20, west to the I-15, then back south to Zion.

We used the shuttles in the parks, then used our toad to visit the rest of the parks.

As mentioned, the Moab area can be very crowded this time of year, especially around the Easter Jeep safari. Weekends are the worst. Zion is doing public hearings on how to limit or ration visitation as it's getting crowded most of the year now. You also have the off ATV rallies, off road rock crawling events etc starting around that area in March. It's getting crowded because it's one of the best times to visit. I would get reservations around any of the national parks for sure, state parks too if you want to be there on weekends.