AUGUST 7 - 20, 2025
RESORT
capture the moment
A MOST UNIQUE SUMMER GETAWAY
AT BLACK DESERT RESORT
SOUTHERN UTAH
THE UNIQUE PERSONAL HOSPITALITY, ALONG WITH INCREDIBLE ACCOMMODATIONS, THAT HAS BEEN THE HALLMARK OF OUR REPUTATION, WILL ONCE AGAIN BE FEATURED IN A WORLD CLASS RESORT WITH OPTIMUM AMENITIES AND HIGHLY SKILLED STAFF TO SERVE AND ASSIST YOU.
NESTLED IN THE HEART OF UTAH’S SOUTHERN DESERT, BLACK DESERT RESORT OFFERS CONVENIENT ACCESS TO ALL THAT GREATER ZION HAS TO OFFER. COME AND EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE FUSION OF NATURE, ADVENTUREREADY LANDSCAPES, WORLD-CLASS AMENITIES, AND, OF COURSE, MODERN RESORT LUXURIES. YOUR ULTIMATE BLACK DESERT EXPERIENCE AWAITS.
ROOMS & SUITES
Black Desert Resort is where refined comfort meets the raw beauty of the Utah desert.
Every room and suite is designed with serenity in mind—spacious layouts, plush bedding, and private terraces that open to endless desert skies. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, unwinding in a luxuriously appointed room, or simply soaking in the stillness, every corner of the resort is crafted for calm. Step into a space where modern elegance meets natural tranquility, and let the desert do the rest.
ROOMS & SUITES
Stay in one of the spacious rooms or suites at Black Dessert Resort when you spend summer vacation with KMR. The hotel rooms feature one king or two queen beds with plush bedding and a private patio or balcony with views of the desert and mountain landscape.
Our suites feature one and two-bedrooms with plush bedding, separate living areas and a private patio or balcony with stunning views.
G CUISINE
unrivaled GOURMET CUISINE
KMR’S HIGHLY SKILLED TEAM OF PLANNERS AND CHEFS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR DISTINGUISHED CULINARY TEAM, PRESENT YOU WITH THE DELECTABLE AND EXQUISITELY-PRESENTED DINING EXPERIENCE FOR WHICH WE ARE KNOWN.
OUR HIGH STANDARDS OF QUALITY AND KASHRUS ARE WORLD-RENOWNED. THE KASHRUS IS STRICTLY GLATT KOSHER. ALL MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS ARE CHOLOV YISROEL, AND ALL BAKED GOODS ARE PAS YISROEL.
THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF KASHRUS ARE MAINTAINED UNDER THE STRICT AND EXPERT RABBINICAL SUPERVISION OF RABBI REUVEN DORFMAN WHO WILL BE ON PREMISES THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE STAY.
THERE WILL BE A MASHGIACH TEMIDI IN THE KITCHEN AT ALL TIMES.
THE BRUHOUSE AT KMR IS YOUR FULLY-STOCKED SOURCE FOR DELICIOUS COFFEE BEVERAGES, FRESHLY SQUEEZED JUICES, DELIGHTFUL FRESH-BAKED PASTRIES, AND MANY OTHER KMR SIGNATURE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH ITEMS.
POOLS & CABANAS
A DEDICATED POOL WITH SEPARATE HOURS FOR MEN AND FOR WOMEN
ENJOY THE REFRESHING ESCAPE OF OUR POOL, OFFERING STUNNING VIEWS OF SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS.
WITH PRIVATE CABANAS. ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS KICK BACK AND UNWIND FOR THE ENTIRE DAY.
LECTURES & SHIURIM
AS PART OF OUR ESTEEMED LINEUP OF LECTURERS, WE ARE ALSO DELIGHTED TO WELCOME
RABBI MOSHE WEINBERGER, ROV OF AISH KODESH, WOODMERE, AND ONE OF TODAY’S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER SPEAKERS, RABBI YY JACOBSON, ALONG WITH MANY OTHER DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS. YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO A SERIES OF THOUGHT-PROVOKING AND INTELLECTUALLY ENGAGING LECTURES DESIGNED TO INSPIRE AND UPLIFT YOUR VACATION.
RABBI SHEA WERNER RABBI IN-RESIDENCE
RABBI MOSHE WEINBERG
AUGUST 7-12
RABBI YY JACOBSON
AUGUST 12-20
RABBI ARYEH Z. GINZBERG
AUGUST 12-17
RABBI SIMCHA WERNER
AUGUST 13-19
entertainment
MUSIC AT KMR
AT KMR, WE’VE LONG BEEN KNOWN FOR RAISING THE BAR ON TOP-QUALITY, BIG-NAME AND INSPIRING FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT. PROFESSIONALLY PRODUCED PERFORMANCES IN THE PAST HAVE INCLUDED TOP PERFORMERS AND FULL-ON PRODUCTIONS.
AT KMR EVERY MUSICAL EVENT IS AN ELABORATE PRODUCTION. THIS SUMMER RETREAT WILL IY”H BE NO DIFFERENT.
SHABBOS NACHAMU VO’ESCHANAN
Noted Ba’al Tefila ISAAC HONIG
SECOND WEEKEND EIKEV
NISSIM SAAL
SHABBOS NACHAMU
VO’ESCHANAN
SHIRA CHOIR
SECOND WEEKEND
BENNY FRIEDMAN
SHIRA CHOIR
PLUME SPA & WELLNESS
PLUME IS A SPA ROOTED IN THE LAND, OFFERING PERSONALIZED TREATMENTS FOCUSED ON LONG-TERM WELLNESS. MORE THAN JUST A RELAXING ESCAPE, IT’S A JOURNEY TOWARD EMOTIONAL BALANCE, MENTAL CLARITY, AND PHYSICAL RENEWAL.
ACTIVITIES
PUT SIMPLY, GREATER ZION IS A DESTINATION A CUT ABOVE THE REST. WITH STRIKING RED ROCK CLIFFS, TOWERING, CARVED CANYONS, SWEEPING VISTAS, AND DEEP, COOL WATERS, GREATER ZION IS A COLORFUL ADVENTURELAND BRIMMING WITH OVER 2,400 SQUARE MILES OF EPIC OUTDOOR PURSUITS. HERE, THE MOJAVE DESERT, COLORADO PLATEAU, AND THE GREAT BASIN CONVERGE TO MAKE FOR SOME OF THE MOST STUNNING SCENERY IN THE WORLD.
GUNLOCK STATE PARK & FALLS (12 MI / 20 MIN)
SNOW CANYON STATE PARK (2 MI / 5 MIN)
RED HILLS DESERT GARDEN (8 MI / 15 MIN)
LAS VEGAS (132 MI / 1 HR 55 MIN)
VALLEY OF FIRE STATE PARK (NEVADA) (120 MI / 1 HR 38 MIN)
YANT FLAT (CANDY CLIFFS) (20 MI / 35 MIN HIKE ACCESS)
ZION NATIONAL (50 MI
SAND HOLLOW STATE PARK (16 MI / 25 MIN)
BLACK DESERT RESORT KMR SUM M ER 2025
NATIONAL PARK / 45 MIN)
BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK (140 MI / 2 HR 30 MIN)
QUAIL CREEK STATE PARK (17 MI / 25 MIN)
RED CLIFFS DESERT RESERVE (15–30 MIN RANGE)
UT (95 MI / 2 HRS)
CORAL PINK SAND DUNES (75 MI / 1 HR 40 MIN)
(158 MILES / 2 HRS 35 MIN )
GRAND CANYON – NORTH RIM (150 MI / 2 HR 30 MIN)
KANAB,
LAKE POWEL
Scenic Attractions & Hikes
Snow Canyon State Park (2 mi / 5 min)
• Lava tubes, red and white Navajo sandstone, scenic lookouts
• Hikes: Petrified Dunes, Hidden Pinyon, Johnson Canyon, Butterfly Trail
Zion National Park (53 mi / 1 hr 10 min)
Iconic Hikes:
• The Narrows (family-friendly water hike)
• Emerald Pools (lower & upper)
• Canyon Overlook (short, dramatic)
Bryce Canyon National Park (140 mi / 2 hr 30 min)
• Unique hoodoo formations, bright orange and pink cliffs
• Queen’s Garden/Navajo Loop is a must-do family-friendly hike
• Cooler weather, great day trip option
Kolob Canyons (Zion NW Entrance) (40 mi / 50 min)
• Less crowded, with dramatic cliffs and short hikes
• Timber Creek Overlook Trail is easy with epic views
Red Cliffs Desert Reserve (15 mi / 20 min)
• Hikes: Turtle Wall, Yellow Knolls, Red Reef Trail
• Quiet, wild, and ideal for families
Yant Flat (Candy Cliffs) (20 mi / 30 min)
• Wavy, colorful slickrock similar to “The Wave” in Arizona
• 3-mile round-trip hike with huge photo payoff
Water Activities
Sand Hollow State Park (16 mi / 25 min)
• Boating, jet skiing, swimming, paddleboarding, and cliff jumping
• ATV/UTV trails right off the reservoir
Quail Creek State Park (17 mi / 25 min)
• Kayaking, paddleboarding, calm water for families
Gunlock Reservoir & Falls (12 mi / 20 min)
• Waterfall flows after wet winters/spring—stunning scenery
• Swimming, paddling, picnic area
Adventure Tours & Rentals
ATV/UTV Off-Roading (various operators)
• Sand Hollow Dunes – red sand + slickrock + cliffside views
• Warner Valley – petroglyphs, wide-open desert
• “Flintstone House” loop – weird rock formations, fun for kids
Horseback Riding
• Snow Canyon Trail Rides – through red rock landscapes
• Zion Canyon Trail Rides – near Virgin or Springdale
Canyoneering & Rappelling
• Try a guided intro with Paragon Adventures or Zion Adventures
• Family-friendly options available with basic climbing
Snake Hollow Bike Park (St. George) (10 mi / 15 min)
• Pump tracks, jumps, beginner trails for teens and kids
Whitewater Rafting & Float Trips
Virgin River Float (Zion/Springdale area) (1 hr+)
• Peaceful kayaking or tube floating in season
• Calm sections ideal for kids—check with outfitters like Zion Outfitters
Sevier River (near Bryce) (2+ hr option)
• Class II–III rafting, available in summer
• Best booked through outfitters near Panguitch or Marysvale
Culture, Family & Relaxation
Tuacahn Amphitheatre (2 mi / 5 min)
• Outdoor musicals under towering red cliffs
• Also has a Saturday market and live music
St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site (12 mi / 20 min)
• Life-size dinosaur tracks, fossils, indoor AC, great for kids
Kayenta Art Village 2 mi / 5 min)
• Local artisan shops and café with a peaceful desert vibe
CAMP KMR
CAMP KMR IS A SPECTACULAR FULL DAY CAMP THAT WILL GIVE YOUR CHILDREN AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. OUR EXPERIENCED COUNSELORS PROVIDE A SAFE, CARING, AND ENGAGING ENVIRONMENT THAT IS INFUSED WITH FUN AND WARMTH. YOUR CHILDREN WILL ENJOY A VARIETY OF INTERACTIVE GAMES, ACTIVITIES, AND ARTS & CRAFTS, PLANNED BY OUR DEDICATED COUNSELORS.
BABYSITTING
ENJOY A WORRY-FREE VACATION, KNOWING YOUR LITTLE ONES ARE IN GOOD HANDS WITH OUR TRUSTED BABYSITTERS. OUR EXPERIENCED AND CARING BABYSITTERS PROVIDE ENGAGING AND SAFE CHILDCARE, GIVING YOU THE PIECE OF MIND TO RELAX AND RECHARGE.
HARRY REID INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT (LAS):
DISTANCE TO HOTEL: 1 HOUR 50 MIN
LOTS OF DIRECT FLIGHT OPTIONS
ST GEORGE REGIONAL AIRPORT (SGU)
DISTANCE TO HOTEL: 27 MIN
DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM:
LOS ANGELES (UNITED)
PHOENIX (AMERICAN)
DENVER (UNITED)
DALLAS (AMERICAN)
STOP-OVER OPTIONS FROM NY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does the all-inclusive rate cover?
KMR’s all-inclusive rate provides the full retreat experience from the moment you arrive at Black Desert Resort. Guests will enjoy magnificent accommodations, luxurious amenities, and impeccable service at this exclusive desert resort, along with incomparable gourmet cuisine, all prepared to the highest standards of excellence. It does not include flights, transportation to and from the resort, or any off-site activities.
What amenities are offered at the resort?
Will the pools be available?
All guest rooms offer free internet access, a 50” LED TV, coffeemaker, and luxury linens. The hotel offers a spa, pools, and a concierge dedicated to helping you plan your trips and activities.
KMR will have one of their two pools dedicated to KMR guests. There will be separate hours for men and for women.
What’s the best way to get to the resort?
The most popular option is to fly into Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS), located approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from the resort. The drive is a scenic and direct route along Interstate 15, making it a convenient and enjoyable way to begin your stay.
For those looking for a smaller, more accessible airport, St. George Regional Airport (SGU) is just 25 minutes from the resort. SGU offers flights with connections through major cities including Dallas (DAL), Denver (DEN), Los Angeles (LAX), Salt Lake City (SLC), and Phoenix (PHX). Its compact size makes for a smooth arrival experience.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What time zone is the resort and the airports.
It’s important to note that while Las Vegas and St. George are under two hours apart by car, they are in different time zones. Las Vegas operates on Pacific Time (PT). St. George, Utah, and the resort operate on Mountain Time (MT).
Example: If it’s 2:00 PM in Las Vegas, it’s 3:00 PM at the resort. We always recommend keeping this in mind when booking flights or making plans for arrival.
Should I rent a car?
Many guests choose to rent a car for flexibility during their stay. Both Las Vegas (LAS) and St. George (SGU) airports offer plenty of convenient car rental options. Having your own vehicle is especially helpful if you plan to explore nearby parks or attractions.
Are car services or ride shares available?
Do I have to pay for parking?
Yes, both airports offer access to car services and ride shares like Uber and Lyft. Additionally, private car services are available in the area if you prefer a more personalized option.
The resort offers complimentary on-site parking for all guests.
How would I go about booking the activities?
The concierge is available and happy to help you plan and book your adventures both in and out of the resort.