Ashdown Gorge, Cedar City Utah

Ashdown Gorge is an absolutely beautiful canyon. The hike laces its way along the narrow river bottom in the shadows of the enormous overhanging cliff walls. Besides the fact that we hiked it during the winter with a whole lot of ice and snow, its a relatively easy hike (if you like water). Depending on the season one could easily  walk up creek itself, instead of trying to traverse some of the obstacles along the shore. As you ascend farther up the canyon and as it narrows, the water has dug deep into the cliff faces creating massive rock overhangs. This really is a must see if you are just passing through Cedar City or just want to take some time out for a good time. I would for sure put it on the list of top ten best hikes in the area. If your asking your self where is Ashdown Gorge? I will include a link below that will take you to a good spot to park your car and got going!

Directions to Ashdown Gorge, Cedar City, Utah

We seemed to be doing this every 100 yards or so. 

I am not going to lie, climbing out of the gorge back to the parking lot in the snow was not my favorite part of this hike. 

Here is a little video showing how creative you can get crossing the creek. ENJOY =) 

Spring Creek Trial

 Spring Creek is a beautiful hike located only 23 minutes from Cedar City Utah. I will include directions to the trail head (highlighted in blue). Spring Creek starts as a wide valley eventually winding its way into a breathtaking slot canyon. The trail is not difficult making it a great hike for everyone! So next time you are sitting in your room asking  Siri "Things to do near me?" or  "things to do in Cedar City?" Put your phone down and check out this awesome canyon. Its time to go find your adventure!
 -Directions to Spring Creek trail head-

Cathedral Gorge

  This is honestly one of my personal favorites. As you can see from the photos it is literally a huge playground with endless canyons, hills and tunnels to explore. It is only an hour and twenty minute drive from Cedar City located literally at the end of highway 56. You will come to a Shell gas station turn right and the Gorge will be on you left in less than a mile. Cathedral Gorge is a Nevada State park so you can expect to pay a small fee of about $7 per car, its totally worth it!  

DIRECTIONS TO CATHEDRAL GORGE STATE PARK

What to do near Cedar City? Fillmore Lava Tubes

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The above url will take you directly to one of the largest lava tubes in the area. I would also recommend hiking up the caved in portion of the tube shown above away from the arrow (north). Eventually the caved in section turns back into a tube and runs for 100s of yards.