Sand Hollow Resort is situated 15 minutes away from one of Utah’s most bustling cities, St. George. Beloved because of its intensely vibrant red rocks that are laced throughout the city’s limits, St. George is home to many beautiful landmarks, modern businesses, and other exciting adventures. While you are staying at Sand Hollow Resort, one new excursion you should partake in is make the short drive to St. George to experience what the stunning city has to offer. Here are 5 must do things in St. George, Utah.
Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
“For many, the free visitor center of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve is a treasured place to learn about local wildlife, plants, and ecosystems and explain the purpose of the Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP). The visitor center has live animals and interactive exhibits to educate the public, with staff members available to give presentations to small groups by appointment. Visitors are welcome to drop in during business hours from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday,” (RedCliffsDesertReserve.com)
Red Hills Desert Garden
“Red Hills Desert Garden is Utah’s first desert conservation garden. The nearly 5-acre garden features 5,000 water-efficient plants, a 1,150-foot stream stocked with native and endangered fish species, a replica slot canyon and prehistoric dinosaur tracks found onsite dating back 200 million years. The project is a collaboration of Washington County Water Conservancy District, City of St. George and Virgin River Program. Thousands have visited the garden since its spring 2015 opening,” (RedHillsDesertGarden.com)
Pioneer Park
“This 52 acre rustic community park is a rock climber’s paradise. From Dixie Rock, also known as the Sugarloaf, spectacular views of downtown, White Dome, Zion National Park and Arizona can be seen. This park has a large trellis pavilion with two barbecues and fire ring, several smaller picnic areas with tables, two with metal trellis pavilions, and a separate fire pit with an amphitheater. Numerous hiking trails provide access to a Boy Scout Cave, historical pioneer cabin location, Slot Canyons and a connection into the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve,” (SGCity.org)
St. George Children’s Museum
“The St. George Children’s Museum encourages guests to play and explore throughout our twelve exhibit rooms. The rooms are designed to encourage interaction between children and adults. Minds both young and old will discover a world of imagination as they play and interact with the exhibits. It is the Museum’s goal to offer and provide educational opportunities for all children and adults to learn and create memories,” (SGChildernsMuseum.org)
Town Square Park
“Town Square, located inside the downtown historic district, is surrounded by some of the city’s most prominent historic buildings. The park features several dramatic water features; a splash pad fountain with jets that spray high into the air, a lazy river to cool your feet, and a splashing waterfall. Shade pavilions with tables and chairs provide a relaxing place to watch children playing in the water. With its grassy parade grounds, restroom facility, and monument tower, Town Square plays host to a variety of public events; First Night, Art Festival, Summer Movies on the Square and more. Town Square is a WiFi hotspot. You will also find our spectacular Carousel here too,” (SGCity.org)
