Location: Blanding
Top Things to do in Blanding
The 5 Best Nature & Parks in Blanding, Utah (UT)
Blanding is a city in San Juan County, Utah, United States. The population was 3,375 at the 2010 census, making it the most populated city in San Juan County. It was settled in the late 19th century by Mormon settlers, predominantly from the famed Hole-In-The-Rock expedition. Economic contributors include mineral processing, mining, agriculture, local commerce, tourism, and transportation.
Restaurants in Blanding
1. The Edge of the Cedars State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
Informative displays on the history of the region.
Reviewed By paulsY5534PS
I am old enough to remember when this park was on a little dirt road out of town. Now the road is paved and the museum sits in a residential neighborhood as the edge of Blanding has reached the Edge of the Cedars. That doesn't change the ruins, which were there long before Blanding, or the quality of the collections and displays. It puts Anasazi state park (across the Waterpocket Fold in Boulder) to shame. Also, they actually allow you to climb into a kiva here which is always fun for kids and adults too. There are a couple of videos you can watch if you have time, a good sized gift shop, flush restrooms, and two floors of exhibits. Everything except the kiva (wood ladder) is accessible so everyone can enjoy it. The friendly staff can answer your questions and give you directions and information on other archaeological sites nearby.
2. Natural Bridges National Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 851 reviews
The natural bridges in this remote area are best visited on a nine-mile, one-way loop road.
Reviewed By mjsuss50
I really enjoyed this place. I took two hikes, the first was to Sipapu Bridge, a spectacular trail with some steep and rocky places, a few ladders and also some stairs. Great scenery on the way and magnificent at the Bridge itself. Then I walked on a much shorter and easier trail to the delicate Owachomo Bridge. I recommend seeing these places.
3. Goosenecks State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 653 reviews
Reviewed By The_Travel_Family123 - Las Vegas, United States
Just wow, camped here for $10 amazing experience to be able to sit on the edge, we just stumbled across this place while driving through mexican hat. Amazing.
4. Arch Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By gloriousfood10 - Salt Lake City, United States
We had a guide take us to this incredibly beautiful location, which requires a high clearance vehicle because a typical passenger car would get damaged. We saw cliff dwellings, arches being formed, caverns, a view of a hundred miles, and so much more. This is the reason that Bears Ears deserves the status of a National Monument. Absolutely worth the energy to get here.
