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Show National Parks Provide Great Vacations When planning a vacation, one of the first thing Utahns think about is traveling to one of the states national parks or monuments. And, with some of the worlds most spectacular scenery located in the states national parks, there is good reason for this interest. Last year, over six million people flocked to national parks and monuments in Utah, which is testimony to just how popular these areas are. Interesting Brochure The National Park Service public affairs office in Denver has produced an excel-lent brochure called National Park Areas in Utah which describes briefly each of the national parks and monuments in the state as well as general information for planning a vacation. Here is a look at some of that information: Entrance fees vary, and can cost up to $2 per car or 50 cents per person not traveling by car. A Golden Eagle Passport can be purchased for $10 annually. This provides entrance to all the parks, but does not apply to State fishing licenses are required at all parks. Motor boats must meet state and coast guard regulations on reservoirs, lakes and rivers. Some major park roads are hot plowed during the winter. ORV Use -Of- f-road vehicle use is seldom allowed, except in a few parks with four-whedrive roads. Snowmobiles are allowed in some areas. Hunting is only allowed in national recreation areas. Every park has at least one visitor center which provides a variety of interpretive activities. southwest. Located near Moab, Arches also features four-whedrive areas. Bryce Canyon: Located near Tropic, this park features spectacular views of pink, red and lavender cliffs. Food and lodging is available in the park during the summer. Canyonlands: This is perhaps the most remote of the national park areas and in the el el Keep peak-seaso- features three different major areas The Maze, Needles and Island in the Sky districts. This is a hikers and four-whedrivers paradise. Capitol travel n Reef National Park: This area, located near Torrey in Wayne County, features views of the plans flexible, since Waterpocket Fold as well as fantastic formations. It also campgrounds, tours or popular backcountry areas may be full when you arrive. Look at Parks, Monuments Here is a brief look at each of Utahs national parks and monuments: Arches: This area, of course, features some spectacular views of arches of all shapes and sizes with some of the best hiking available boasts some historical areas. Cedar Breaks National Monument: The best time to visit this area, which features some good hikes and some spectacular overlooks, is July when the wildflowers bloom. This is red rock in a high alpine setting. Golden Spike National Historic located Site: This area, near Corrine in d Monument: This often area, located just south of the Utah border in Arizona, was an outpost for Mormon settlers and mineg-lece- northern Utah, is where the transcontien railroad was joined. Historical exhibits and, in the summer, living history recreations are featured. ssionaries and features living history exhibits. Rainbow Bridge Rainbow Bridge National Monument: This amazing Dinosaur National - Monument Dinosaur National bridge can be natural Monument: Rafting on the Green and Yampa Rivers and a look at a dinosaur fossil quarry are the two big activities at this area, located near Vernal. Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: The big feature here is long Lake Powell, which has 1,960 miles of canyon-indente- d shoreline. Water sports are the major activities here. Hovenweep National Monument: This area, located in the Four Comers area of extreme southeast- reached by boat from Lake Powell, or by horseback or foot fron. the Navajo Indian Reservation. Timpanogos Cave National Monument: A steep, hike up to the entr 1.5-mi- le ance of Timpanogas Cave Fork rewards the hiker with an interesting experience inside a cave. Zion National Park: This park, located near Springdale, features beautiful rock formations, domes and narrow canyons. Inside the park lodging and food is available in the summer. near American For further information on Utah National Parks, write the National Park Service,. Public Affairs Office, P.O. Box 25287, Denver, Colo. 80225. 186-mi- ern Utah, features The Little Ads that pay off BIG! six Call groups of ruins left by Pueblo Indians. Natural Bridges National Monument: Three great natural bridges are featured in this area, near Monticello. Pipe Spring National to 237-200- 0 place your Want Ad other fees, like campgrounds. A free Golden Passport covers entry for senior citizens 62 years and older, and provides a 50 percent discount on camping fees. Auto camping is allowed Age ELKO, only in designated No reserva- r campgrounds. tions are available, so campd ing is on a basis. Most areas restrooms have cold-watwith no hookups or showers. Winter operation is often limited or curtailed, with no water, available. Fees up to $3 a site are charged. 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