15 Ways to Get Outside This Winter
Posted: January 30, 2020 | Author: Connor Aste | Read Time: 3 minutes
Winter might be here, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t take some time to enjoy nature this season. Cedar City is located in the heart of Utah’s national parks, state parks, and endless adventure, and the fun doesn’t stop when it snows.
Next time you are looking for some fresh air and sunshine (with the possibility of snow), check out these 15 ways to get outside this winter:
In Cedar City:
- Host a snowball fight. Gather your friends and head to the Upper Quad or a local park for a snowball fight. Just be sure to dress warm!
- Build a snowman.
- Go ice skating. Cedar City is lucky to have its own ice skating rink. Located outside the Cedar City Aquatic Center, The Glacier Ice Rink offers open skate times as well as lessons.
- Join the Hockey Club. In partnership with The Glacier Ice Rink, SUU Hockey is a fun and informative club. Join them to learn the basic rules and participate in training drills.
- Go sledding. Did you know that you can rent sleds from SUU Outdoors? Set aside an afternoon, rent a few sleds, and head to one of the many hills in Cedar City.
- Explore Main Street. Cedar City’s Main Street is beautiful with freshly fallen snow. Before you head out, grab a drink from The Grind Coffeehouse to keep you warm, then take a walk down Main Street.
- Take an Insta-worthy Photo. Plan a snowy photoshoot in one of Cedar City’s many parks. A few of our favorites include the Cedar City Nature Park or Thunderbird Gardens.
Near Cedar City:
- Soak in the hot springs. Southern Utah is home to several natural hot springs, both in the backcountry and resort-style. Panaca Warm Springs and Meadow Hot Springs are both located within about 1.5 hours from Cedar City and are free.
- Visit Kolob Canyons. Zion National Park’s northern corner might be beautiful in the summer months but it becomes a magical world with a dusting of snow. Choose a sunny day after a snowstorm and take a drive through Kolob Canyons, just be sure to check to the road is open.
- Hike in Zion National Park. Winter is an amazing time in Utah’s parks and Zion National Park. Choose a warm day and head down to the park to hike or walk, just be sure to check that trails are open.
- Go snowshoeing. There are several locations to go snowshoeing, all within an hour of campus. Rent snowshoes from SUU Outdoors and go snowshoeing through Cedar Breaks National Monument or Deer Hollow Winter Recreation Area.
- Go snowboarding or skiing. Just 45 minutes from campus, Brian Head Resort is a great place to learn how to ski or snowboard, or for a veteran to play in Utah’s fresh powder.
- Go tubing. If downhill skiing isn’t your thing, head to Brian Head Resort anyway. The resort is home to two tubing hills, and with magic carpets on both, there is no hiking required.
- Go for a drive. Head out from Cedar City on Highway 14 to explore Cedar Canyon. Wood’s Ranch is a great stop just 12 miles from Cedar City, or take a longer adventure to Duck Creek Village. If you end up needing a snack, stop in at Aunt Sue’s Chalet for a slice of pie or banana split.
Before it ends, start making plans to experience the many fun things that Cedar City has to offer and spend some time outside this winter!
Tags: Cedar City Outdoors
