Snowshoeing near Cedar Breaks National Monument. Photo by Alex Santiago.
Homestead each night from December 4-7 anytime between 5:30-8:00 PM. Recapture the sights, sounds, smells, and ambiance of a pioneer Christmas with the Homestead Christmas Market. A terrific opportunity for a pleasant holiday shopping experience, the market will feature artists and craftsmen handselected to provide shoppers a wide array of choice, both in mediums and price ranges. The Homestead Christmas Market will be held at Frontier Homestead State Park Friday, December 8 from 11:00 AM8:00 PM, and Saturday, December 9 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM. Ice Skate in Southern Utah Located behind the Cedar City Aquatic
Center, the Glacier Community Ice Rink is back for its fifth season with exciting moments, amazing views of Cedar City’s red hills, and the perfect opportunity for winter fun. As the only ice skating rink in southern Utah, the Glacier team is bringing a favorite winter tradition to life for everyone. The ice skating rink is located at 2090 W. Royal Hunte Drive in Cedar City. Snowshoe in Cedar Breaks National Monument Sitting above 10,000 feet, Cedar Breaks National Monument rests on top of the Colorado plateau. This giant amphitheater was millions of years in the making; sedimentation, uplift, and erosion carved out a space that spans three miles and is more than 2,500 feet deep. With spectacular colors created by an abundance of mineral deposits, the giant amphitheater becomes a unique wonderland of red rocks and sparkling white snow each winter. The park is accessible by snowmobile, but for a more traditional adventure, rent snowshoes and enjoy the stillness of
Cedar Breaks on foot. The groomed trail of Highway 148 is perfect for all levels and ages. For an added bonus, trek to the Cedar Breaks yurt — most weekends you will find friendly volunteers ready to warm you up with a hot cup of cocoa. Find Solitude in Zion National Park’s Kolob Canyons Kolob Canyons may be the little known portion of Zion National Park, but that doesn’t mean it's not as spectacular as the main canyon. These rugged, red, navajo sandstone canyons have a unique geological history. While Kolob Canyons is a quiet spot year round, the solitude and beauty of a wintertime visit is unmatched. In the winter, the red navajo sandstone glimmers with a fresh dusting of snow and waterfalls cascade down the rugged cliffs, streaking them black from the run-off. Take a Christmas “Chopping” trip This holiday season, spend a day with the family playing in the snow, drinking hot cocoa, and adventuring to find the perfect
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