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Show Souvenir Edition The Kanab Area Vacation Guide ff ttmveMmi Kaimlb-tail- b By Dixie Brunner Kanab should be the hub of your southern Utahnorthem Arizona vacation plans. Its modem conveniences and close proximity to four national parks, and untold other scenic sights, makes it the logical base for your traveling adventure. Here are a few ideas of what to do from your Kanab travel hub: Visit the north rim of the Grand Canyon. Eat at one of its tasty local restaurants. Take a boat ride on Lake Powell, maybe up to see Rainbow Bridge National Monument. Hike one of the many local trails. Attend the Wednesday night Variety Arts Talent Show at the Gazebo in the center of town. Bike some of the local scenic byways. Challenge your photography skills, and try to capture the red rock and intricate geological patterns on nearby mountains. Visit Bryce Canyon National Park. Get a southwestern wildlife and plant book, and see how 16 many of the areas indigenous living things you can find. Play in the sand at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. Take in the wonders of Zion National Park. Try one of their hiking trails. Get a historic glimpse back into this areas past by visiting Pipe Spring National Monument. Rent a drive truck and experience Toroweap, the quiet Grand Canyon view. Dam the Glen Canyon Dam at Page, Arizona. Do the Michaelangelo thing, and try to capture scenic views on an artists canvas. Hot day? Head for cool, refreshing Cedar Mountain. Cool forests, astounding scenic views and Navajo Lake beckon you. Need that perfect souvenir-brows- e through the many unique shops all through Kanab, shop for anything from rocks to art to cowboy boots to Indian jewelry. Float down the Colorado, pick from a leisurely half day trip to a week long wild ride down the rapids through the Grand Canyon. Want a taste of the Old West? . v ' , 01 & t 4, - 'fT. k j A'r'i v , 'M ' four-whe- el it-vi- sit KALIJA'S SOUTHWESTERN BOUTIQUE "J-- - ' '' - There are many great photo ops on this drive up Angel Canyon just north Take in Pariah Movie Ranch. The old, deserted movie set is fun to visit and you dont have to worry about the kids breaking anything. Stop by Moqui Cave and see the largest collection of dinosaur tracks in southern Utah. While youre there, check out the extensive fluorescent mineral display, as well as a large collection of Native American artifacts. Take a tour of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. It is one of the largest ll animal sanctuaries in the world. Visit Kodachrome Basin State Park. The strange and amazing no-ki- WEARABLE ART ZAPOTEC RUGS POTTERY JEWELRY Want a satisfying drive? Take the Skutumpah Road for some beautiful views. Go cliff diving at the Coves by Wahweap Marina on Lake Powell. Tour Angel Canyon. This beautiful, nearby canyon has the famous Lone Ranger lookout point. Angel Canyon would be a State Park in any state other than Utah, where practically every place is worthy of such designation. Take a drive to historic Lees Ferry. You will appreciate the bravery and fortitude of the early pioneers in trying to cross the treacherous Colorado River. Swim or go at Lone Rock Beach. The water is refreshing and sand is fun. Visit the Kane County Travel Bureau to get additional recreational ideas. Read the local newspaper-m- y husband and I work hard producfour-wheeli- rock formations will make you think that youve been taken to another planet. While there take a horseback or stagecoach ride. Have a few extra nickels to blow-ta-ke a short 20 mile drive from Kanab to Pipe Spring Resort & Casino for some slot action. Tour the historic Heritage House in downtown Kanab. ofKanab. ng ing it. Visit with the locals-theyr- e glad youre here! Float Trips From Glen Canyon Dam To Lee's Ferry Half-Da- y WEST CENTER KANAB, UT 84741 11 (801)644-813- 3 50 S. Lake Powell Blvd. P.O. Box 717 Page, AZ 86040 See the beautiful canyon and experience 15 miles of the Colorado River. Also explore ancient Anasazi petroglyphs. Our experienced pilots will guide you to wonderful memories. For more information, call Wilderness Outfitters Store at 520-645-327- 9. |