When you think you ’ ve seen it all , try
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When you think you ’ ve seen it all , try
Southern
Utah
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Kanab & Kane County , Utah
W hen you think you ’ ve seen it all – try Southern Utah . It ’ s a western-style mecca for world-class hiking , sight-seeing , and every possible outdoor adventure imaginable . This is a place that demands attention and will set you back on your heels – looking for your camera !
The little town of Kanab sits right in the heart of three national parks , five national monuments and over 22 million acres of protected wilderness . Lots to explore , so plan on spending some serious time creating unforgettable memories here .
Kanab is where you unpack once to explore it all . It ’ s just a short distance from ten of America ’ s Most Scenic Wonders , the greatest wilderness in the lower 48 , and the World ’ s 2 nd most beautiful scenic highway – Utah ’ s Scenic Byway 12 .
Nearby is Zion National Park . Not far away are the bizarre hoodoos and rock amphitheaters of Bryce Canyon , and the rugged wilderness of the 2-million-acre expanse of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument . The North Rim of the Grand Canyon provides an exceptional experience without crowds . This is where you should go to discover the “ Grand ” experience .
Kanab offers a variety of accommodations , from luxurious to moderate , budget and boutique . Special inns and intimate Bed & Breakfasts provide everything from a romantic setting to cozy homes offering expert host advice on local adventures .
Neat little restaurants provide everything from high cuisine served in an elegant setting ( Restaurant Sego ) to wood-fire oven vegetarian meals ( the Peekaboo Wood-Fire Grill ). A traditional favorite restaurant here in town is the fabulous Rockin ’ V Restaurant . Traveling with kids ? Try the Three Bears Creamery Cottage , a wonderfully unique little restaurant decorated with lots of bears ! Their Big Bad Wolf Ice-cream Sundae is not for sissies !
Take time and stroll down Center Street while you are in Kanab . See plaques acknowledging the great Western Movie Stars that made this place the “ Little Hollywood of the West .” Decades ago , directors from Hollywood discovered this region and stars filled their eyes as they imagined horses rearing and dramatic heroes riding off into a sunset backlit by rugged red-rock buttes . Every autumn the “ real and reel ” cowboys are celebrated during the 3-day Western Legends Roundup – a spirited festival unlike anything else in America .
A very special part of Kanab is its authentic western culture . It is not put on for show ; it is the heart & soul of a remarkable community .
For additional information , including a calendar of special events ; go to www . visitsouthernutah . com or call ( 435 ) 644-5033 .