While Goblin Valley, Utah had been inhabited by indigenous people off and on for centuries before American settlers arrived in the area, its modern history didn’t start until the late 1920s. The first American to discover the area was Arthur Chaffin, a county commissioner on a mission to find a feasible route for a road […]
At just under 10,000 acres, the state park in Goblin Valley, Utah is a lot smaller than Utah’s famous Mighty Five national parks, so you can see the whole thing in a day or so. A tour of Goblin Valley will take about two or three hours, but we recommend taking a full day to […]
Several Hollywood movies have filmed scenes in Goblin Valley, Utah, but the most prominent was Galaxy Quest, released in 1999. A loving homage to old sci-fi TV shows like Star Trek, Galaxy Quest stars Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, and a few other big-name actors as the cast of a cancelled sci-fi series from […]
Goblin Valley, Utah is one of the more remote state parks and is far from any of Utah’s major cities. The closest settlement to Goblin Valley State Park is Hanksville, a small town with a population of just over 200. Although Hanksville itself is about as insignificant as a town can get—Hanksville residents didn’t even […]
Goblin Valley, Utah is one of the most unique landscapes in the American Southwest, featuring thousands of mushroom-shaped rock formations called hoodoos. The clustering of these formations gives the valley an otherworldly look, and Goblin Valley State Park was founded to protect the hoodoos from vandalism. Although Goblin Valley was inhabited by native people for […]
Goblin Valley, Utah is a fun and easy-to-visit state park that we highly recommend to anyone who finds themselves in the area. Although it’s not as popular as nearby Bryce Canyon, Goblin Valley features some of the best hoodoo rock formations in the world and is easy to explore with the whole family. Hoodoos, sometimes […]
Utah’s national parks are renowned for their diverse landscapes and awe-inspiring vistas, and when autumn arrives, they transform into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors. This time, let’s explore these natural wonders based on the experiences they offer during the fall season. Whether you’re an avid photographer, a family adventurer, or simply seeking a serene escape, […]
Our self-guided Utah Fall Foliage Tour contains the full driving tours for seven of Utah’s most breathtaking natural wonders: 1. Arches National Park: Discover the gravity-defying wonder of Arches National Park! Find hidden life within the harsh, beautiful desert. Marvel at impossible rock formations and towering arches millions of years in the making, and learn […]
Welcome to Utah’s Mighty 5 Tour, a journey through the heart of some of America’s most awe-inspiring landscapes. This self-guided adventure takes you on an exploration of the five national parks in Utah, each with its own unique charm and natural wonders. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking adventure, this […]
Any Sequoia National Park tour will tell you that, along with nearby Kings Canyon, Sequoia is one of the best parks in the country for family camping. After all, who could pass up an opportunity to sleep among the tallest trees in the world? Here are a few other must-see destinations for family camping: Yellowstone […]
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