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Take Hwy 89 through the Dixie National Forest. Hot in summer. Beautiful area to explore.

Dixie National Forest is a United States National Forest in Utah with headquarters in Cedar City. It occupies almost two million acres (8,000 km²) and stretches for about 170 miles (270 km) across southern Utah. The largest national forest in Utah, it straddles the divide between the Great Basin and the Colorado River. In descending order of forestland area it is located in parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane, Wayne, and Piute counties. The majority (over 55%) of forest acreage lies in Garfield County. There are local ranger district offices in Cedar City, Escalante, Panguitch, St. George, and Teasdale.[3]

Elevations vary from 2,800 feet (850 m) above sea level near St. George, Utah to 11,322 feet (3,451 m) at Blue Bell Knoll on Boulder Mountain. The southern rim of the Great Basin, near the Colorado River, provides spectacular scenery. Colorado River canyons are made up of multi-colored cliffs and steep-walled gorges.

The Forest is divided into four geographic areas. High altitude forests in gently rolling hills characterize the Markagunt, Paunsaugunt, and Aquarius Plateaus. Boulder Mountain, one of the largest high-elevation plateaus in the United States, is dotted with hundreds of small lakes 10,000 to 11,000 feet (3,000 to 3,400 m) above sea level. The forest includes the Pine Valley Mountains north of St. George

The Forest has many climatic extremes. Precipitation ranges from 10 inches (250 mm) in the lower elevations to more than 40 inches (1,000 mm) per year near Brian Head Peak 11,307 feet (3,446 m). At the higher elevations, most of the annual precipitation falls as snow. Thunderstorms are common during July and August and produce heavy rains. In some areas, August is the wettest month of the year.

Temperature extremes can be impressive, with summer temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) near St. George and winter lows exceeding -30 degrees Fahrenheit (-34 degrees Celsius) on the plateau tops.

The vegetation of the Forest grades from sparse, desert-type plants at the lower elevations to stand of low-growing pinyon pine and juniper dominating the mid-elevations. At the higher elevations, aspen and conifers such as pine, spruce, and fir predominate.

The Dixie Forest Reserve was established on September 25, 1905 by the General Land Office. The name was derived from the local description of the warm southern part of Utah as "Dixie".[4] In 1906 the U.S. Forest Service assumed responsibility for the lands, and on March 4, 1907 it became a National Forest. The western part of Sevier National Forest was added on July 1, 1922, and all of Powell National Forest on October 1, 1944.[5] #RoadTrip

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Bryce and Zion- Cowboy Hot Tub and Alien Sightings

Alton

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

Peaceful Cabin with Spectacular Stargazing Hot Tub

Alton

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5 Mar - 6 Mar

1 Bedroom Apartment With Views Of Pink Cliffs

Alton

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28 Feb - 1 Mar

Quality Inn Bryce Canyon

Panguitch

Magical mountain retreat near Bryce Canyon offers free activities, cosy family rooms, and adventures for kids of all ages.

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26 Feb - 27 Feb

Rodeway Inn Bryce Canyon

Panguitch

Family playground near Bryce Canyon beckons with cosy rooms, kids' amenities, and free activities for all ages.

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3 Mar - 4 Mar

Best Western East Zion Thunderbird Lodge

Orderville

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1 Mar - 2 Mar

Asixk #2 (Brand New)

Panguitch

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26 Feb - 27 Feb

Winter Wonderland at Zion's Bryce House by Zion and Bryce National Parks!

Hatch

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25 Feb - 26 Feb

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Best Western East Zion Thunderbird Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We visit a couple of times a year, and always enjoy our stay. Rooms are clean, the breakfast at the restaurant is always delicious, and the golf course is fun! My only recommendation is to ask the front desk to show you how the bath/shower nozzle works. They have a demo one at the desk. On our last visit, we thought ours was broken, but on this visit a nice gentleman at the desk noticed we hadn't been shown when we checked in and instructed us on how to engage the shower valve. :) "

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What's Alton like for family-friendly holidays?

The culturally rich destination of Alton is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The entertainment, parks and wildlife are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families.

What's the best family accommodation in Alton?

Alton Lodge Grand Retreat ~ Near Bryce & Zion ~ Sleeps Large Group ~ Dark Sky is a lodge with in-room kitchens and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Alton?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of -4°C. The snowiest months in Alton are February, January, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 35 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Alton?

While you are visiting Alton, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Alton Amphitheater and Bristlecone Loop. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as The Rock Stop and Dixie National Forest.

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