Moab, Utah, is a mecca for mountain bikers. But if you have no intention of hopping on a two-wheeler, hiking is an ideal alternative. Here's one visitor's experience.

Feb 15, 2007 - Kara Williams

The Moab area offers incredible recreation opportunities from mountain biking to hiking to river running and has plenty of campground options for every type of traveler

May 30, 2009 - Amiee Maxwell

Taking on Slickrock is a unique and coveted experience for new mountain bikers and those who've been riding trails for years.

Apr 19, 2009 - Sharael Kolberg

See spectacular red sandstone arches, balancing boulders, fantastically eroded towers, sweeping dessert landscapes and the Colorado River's other canyon.

Mar 27, 2011 - Stillman Rogers

Southern Utah is an adventurers' paradise. With stunning scenery and numerous national parks and monuments, the area offers plenty of fun outdoor activities.

Feb 24, 2010 - Virginia Balogh-Rosenthal

Though it is Hard to Fathom the Unseen, Southeastern Utah's Fisher Towers is not only a Geological Phenomenon, but also can be seen on Trips Down the Colorado River.

Nov 20, 2008 - Kris Kohler

Canyonland's Island in the Sky district rests on a sandstone cliff, offers incredible vistas of the red rock wilderness, and has many great hiking trails to explore.

Feb 1, 2009 - Amiee Maxwell

Visitors to Arches National Park see some arches from viewpoints along the park road. In addition, there are various trails, from short to strenuous, to explore the park.

Mar 1, 2010 - Damian Fagan

The White Rim Trail, in Utah's Canyonlands National Park, offers awesome multi-day mountain biking with some of the best scenery in the US Southwest.

Nov 18, 2011 - Caroline Helbig

Canyonland's Needles district, named for its red and white pinnacles, is a hiking, backpacking, and sight-seeing paradise located in a remote corner of Southeastern Utah.

Dec 6, 2008 - Amiee Maxwell

Zion's towering sandstone cliffs, narrow slot canyons, and sculpted grottoes make Utah's oldest national park a must-see destination.

Feb 23, 2011 - Virginia Balogh-Rosenthal

Park City is home not only to world class downhill skiing but also to a variety of outdoor recreation, cultural, music, and film events.

Dec 13, 2008 - Amiee Maxwell

Here are four attractions for families visiting Salt Lake City, including an aquarium "in the making," a new children's museum, a super-fun amusement park and a top zoo.

Aug 26, 2007 - Kara Williams

Arches National Park is an experience in nature like few others. Dramatic red cliffs tower above a desert landscape studded by fantastic rock formations.

Mar 27, 2011 - Stillman Rogers

Wondering where to go and what to see in southern Utah? These top national parks offer beautiful scenic drives and outdoor recreation such as hiking, biking and rafting.

Mar 4, 2009 - Donna Dailey

Hiking in places like the Grand Canyon and Sonoran Desert can be beautiful, but surviving in and (even) enjoying the desert requires acclimating and preparation.

Jan 14, 2009 - Karen Berger

Many Salt Lake City attractions are perfect kids' summer activities. Some fun Utah highlights are Wheeler Historic Farm, Tracy Aviary, and Raging Waters.

Aug 13, 2010 - Megan Weiler

A relatively easy, two mile loop hike 35 miles north of Tucson, Arizona, provides exercise, birding and geology in an uncrowded, spectacular setting.

Dec 11, 2008 - Bob Bowers

Vacationers to the Ogden Valley can take advantage of world-class skiing or snowboarding in the winter, or mountain and water activities in the spring and summer.

May 8, 2009 - Kathleen Curry

Southwest USA is home to a number of national parks, including Zion, Bryce, Arches, and the Grand Canyon. Pack the family car and explore the splendor of the Southwest.

Apr 19, 2009 - Sharael Kolberg