![Take Hwy 89 through the Dixie National Forest. Hot in summer. Beautiful area to explore.
Dixie National Forest is a United States National Forest in Utah with headquarters in Cedar City. It occupies almost two million acres (8,000 km²) and stretches for about 170 miles (270 km) across southern Utah. The largest national forest in Utah, it straddles the divide between the Great Basin and the Colorado River. In descending order of forestland area it is located in parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane, Wayne, and Piute counties. The majority (over 55%) of forest acreage lies in Garfield County. There are local ranger district offices in Cedar City, Escalante, Panguitch, St. George, and Teasdale.[3]
Elevations vary from 2,800 feet (850 m) above sea level near St. George, Utah to 11,322 feet (3,451 m) at Blue Bell Knoll on Boulder Mountain. The southern rim of the Great Basin, near the Colorado River, provides spectacular scenery. Colorado River canyons are made up of multi-colored cliffs and steep-walled gorges.
The Forest is divided into four geographic areas. High altitude forests in gently rolling hills characterize the Markagunt, Paunsaugunt, and Aquarius Plateaus. Boulder Mountain, one of the largest high-elevation plateaus in the United States, is dotted with hundreds of small lakes 10,000 to 11,000 feet (3,000 to 3,400 m) above sea level. The forest includes the Pine Valley Mountains north of St. George
The Forest has many climatic extremes. Precipitation ranges from 10 inches (250 mm) in the lower elevations to more than 40 inches (1,000 mm) per year near Brian Head Peak 11,307 feet (3,446 m). At the higher elevations, most of the annual precipitation falls as snow. Thunderstorms are common during July and August and produce heavy rains. In some areas, August is the wettest month of the year.
Temperature extremes can be impressive, with summer temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) near St. George and winter lows exceeding -30 degrees Fahrenheit (-34 degrees Celsius) on the plateau tops.
The vegetation of the Forest grades from sparse, desert-type plants at the lower elevations to stand of low-growing pinyon pine and juniper dominating the mid-elevations. At the higher elevations, aspen and conifers such as pine, spruce, and fir predominate.
The Dixie Forest Reserve was established on September 25, 1905 by the General Land Office. The name was derived from the local description of the warm southern part of Utah as "Dixie".[4] In 1906 the U.S. Forest Service assumed responsibility for the lands, and on March 4, 1907 it became a National Forest. The western part of Sevier National Forest was added on July 1, 1922, and all of Powell National Forest on October 1, 1944.[5] #RoadTrip](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623139890761/0fda4c56-7838-41e8-8b93-58002efa6942.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)
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Bryce & Zion Midpoint w/ Memorable Cowboy Hot Tub
Bryce & Zion Midpoint w/ Memorable Cowboy Hot TubAlton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Overall great location for hitting both Zion and Bryce Canyon. Property is mostly isolated and offers fire pit area and a separate hot tub area that we actually used as a cold plunge, which was great after long day of hiking."
Holly
$195 nightly
The price is $216
Dec 27 - Dec 28
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Great place! So much room! Definitely will stay here again. "
Heidi B.
$269 nightly
The price is $299
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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Bryce and Zion- Cowboy Hot Tub and Alien Sightings
Bryce and Zion- Cowboy Hot Tub and Alien SightingsAlton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Very nice amenities. Beautiful secluded cabin with a great king bed, all the kitchen utensils that you would need. Comes with washer and dryer, and wonderful television with all the channels you need. "
Thomas K.
$182 nightly
The price is $202
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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The Hitching Post in Alton
The Hitching Post in AltonAlton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Unique experience. Friendly host. Plenty of room for the family."
Jake W.
$200 nightly
The price is $222
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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1 Bedroom Apartment With Views Of Pink Cliffs
1 Bedroom Apartment With Views Of Pink CliffsAlton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Very nice cabin in Alton, UT. Very well maintained. Stayed here for a night with my family and everyone loved it."
Kedar J.
$144 nightly
The price is $160
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartment On Quiet 20 Acres
Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartment On Quiet 20 AcresAlton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"Wonderful seclude and clean. "
Charl S.
$144 nightly
The price is $160
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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$263 nightly
The price is $292
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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National Parks - Cowboy Hot tub and UFO Sightings
National Parks - Cowboy Hot tub and UFO SightingsAlton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Very attentive host that took care of every need. The place was well kept and clean. The location was conveniently located between Zion and Bryce canyon allowing easy access to both."
Ben M.
$182 nightly
The price is $202
Dec 19 - Dec 20
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