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Hamnet
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Dec 10, 2016

Utah Vacation

Headed to Utah in September/October 2017. Here is my travel plans as of now. Please let me know if this sounds good. We will do day trips for our outings once we get to final destinations.
Day 1: Sacramento to Winnemucca,NV RV Park. (Overnight)
Day 2: Winnemucca,NV to Nephi UT. (1 night at High Country RV Park)
Day 3: Nephi,UT. to Moab UT. at Arch RV Park & Campground. (Will stay here for a few days. Maybe 4,5, or 6).
Then from Moab to Virgin UT. Stay at Zion River Resort for balance of trip (4,5 days) before heading back to Sacramento.

How does this sound along with places we plan on staying. Any and all feedback welcome.

Thank you.
  • Artum_Snowbird's avatar
    Artum_Snowbird
    Explorer
    Dec 10, 2016
    The most memorable trips are those that the rig is parked, and the passengers enjoy the surroundings for a few days.

    The campsites will be packed solid, so book early, get a good spot to enjoy the views, and have a great time.
  • its_just_me's avatar
    its_just_me
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    We have traveled 40 states and one of my favorite places is Zion Nat'l Park. Don't miss it!!
  • Searching_Ut's avatar
    Searching_Ut
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    Sounds like a fun trip, my only question being why Nephi Utah if your first destination point is Moab? Sounds like you're planning to take I15 down to I70 then heading East. I would take Hwy 6 at Spanish fork connecting with I70 a few miles west of Green River Utah. Hwy 6 is a good road, heavily used by truck, RV, and towed boat traffic.
  • kohai's avatar
    kohai
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    Searching_Ut wrote:
    Sounds like a fun trip, my only question being why Nephi Utah if your first destination point is Moab? Sounds like you're planning to take I15 down to I70 then heading East. I would take Hwy 6 at Spanish fork connecting with I70 a few miles west of Green River Utah. Hwy 6 is a good road, heavily used by truck, RV, and towed boat traffic.


    Ditto, most people going from Northern Utah to Moab will go through Spanish Fork canyon, through Price to Green River and get on I-70 there.
  • Mortimer_Brewst's avatar
    Mortimer_Brewst
    Explorer II
    Dec 11, 2016
    FYI, there is going to be a lot of road construction next year in Arches National Park. It's supposed to go from March to October.
  • kalynzoo's avatar
    kalynzoo
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    Since your traveling through Salt Lake City, I'd suggest a day trip to Antelope Island. We really enjoyed our two trips on the well paved road, watching the buffalo, birds, and taking in the historic ranch. When in SLC we stay at the KOA. Friendly people, great location in the heart of the City. Enjoy your trip.
  • Hamnet's avatar
    Hamnet
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    Thank you all. I will print out responses and revisit our plans. The road construction issue will get looked at also.
  • RCMAN46's avatar
    RCMAN46
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    I did not see Bryce Canyon on your schedule. Google Bryce Canyon to see if it may of interest you.

    Traveling in Utah in October can come with some winter weather with heavy snow. Be sure to watch the weather.
  • Lauren's avatar
    Lauren
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2016
    We have been to MANY National Parks and Bryce is one of our very favorites. Trust me, it is far better than Zion. So much beauty. But, in Oct, it might be iffy. Well, Zion might be also.

    Zion River is a beautiful park but I do not recommend it. Stay in Springdale for Zion NP. Email or PM me for details.

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