KMR | Summer 2025: Brochure by KMR 2022

Summer Retreat

AUGUST 7 - 20, 2025

BLACK DESERT RESORT

SOUTHERN UTAH

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 vaction 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-bedroom suites 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.

INDULGE IN A CULINARY EXPERIENCE, FEATURING A NUMBER OF RESTAURANTS TO SATISFY ANY CRAVING. EXPLORE THE DIFFERENT FLAVORS OF FOOD THAT THE CHEFS OFFER.

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 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. Many are prepackaged for your convenience and safety.

POOLS & CABANAS

SEPARATE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S HOURS.

ENJOY THE REFRESHING ESCAPE OUR POOLS, OFFERING STUNNING VIEWS OF SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS. WITH UNPARALLELED POOLSIDE DINING, COCKTAIL SERVICE, AND PRIVATE CABANAS, ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS KICK BACK AND UNWIND FOR THE ENTIRE DAY.

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 / 2 HRS )

VALLEY OF FIRE STATE PARK (NEVADA) (120 MI / 2 HR 15 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 43 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.