![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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8.2 out of 10, Very good, (996)
"Great area to stay for our tour of the area"
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17 Dec - 18 Dec
Treetop Cabin Near Zion & Bryce National Parks
Treetop Cabin Near Zion & Bryce National ParksOrderville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5)
"The treetop cabin was perfect. Plenty of room, and had everything you needed there already. Watching the stars while laying in bed was awesome! "
Jared W.
The price is AU$400
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17 Dec - 18 Dec
Treetop Cabin Stargazing w/ New Resort Pool
Treetop Cabin Stargazing w/ New Resort PoolOrderville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Our treehouse was clean and comfortable. We loved the new pool! "
Jill S.
The price is AU$400
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17 Dec - 18 Dec
Airstream Adventure Glamping Between Zion & Bryce
Airstream Adventure Glamping Between Zion & BryceOrderville
"It was a unique experience and we enjoyed our stay in an Airstream!"
Sharon
The price is AU$417
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28 Dec - 29 Dec
Yurt Near Bryce & Zion w/ AC Private Bath 2 Kings
Yurt Near Bryce & Zion w/ AC Private Bath 2 KingsOrderville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great property, will be back when construction is completed to enjoy it even more!"
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$385
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17 Dec - 18 Dec
Romantic Treehouse Retreat near Zion National Park
Romantic Treehouse Retreat near Zion National ParkOrderville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great place to stay.
Highly recommended."
lawrence m.
The price is AU$546
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29 Dec - 30 Dec
Modern Cabin Near Zion & Bryce National Parks
Modern Cabin Near Zion & Bryce National ParksOrderville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Awesome customer service- we were treated very well through our three day stay. I would add another day to enjoy the pools at the resort- we spent a lot of time in the National Parks, we should have planned a down day to relax at the resort. Highly recommend."
Amy G.
The price is AU$534
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28 Dec - 29 Dec
Zion cabin in the treetops with pool & hot tub
Zion cabin in the treetops with pool & hot tubOrderville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Enjoyed our 1 week stay greatly! Perfect base for exploring Zion, Bryce Canyon, the North Rim, and the Grand Staircase. Will recommend to our friends and family!"
Brian W.
The price is AU$411
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17 Dec - 18 Dec
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