St. George · Utah, UT

Outdoors in St. George

Scout analyzed 99 St. George places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.

Places analyzed

99

Matches

20

Typical spend

$0

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Scout-verified spots

Hidden Valley Park

Outdoors

Hidden Valley Park

Hidden Valley Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour visit with family or for a solo stroll. It pairs well with a picnic or as a quick stop on a longer day out.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Red Hills Desert Garden

Outdoors

Red Hills Desert Garden

This 5-acre garden is a great free stop for families or solo adventurers interested in desert flora, geology, and history. Plan for about an hour of moderate walking outdoors, ideally during pleasant weather.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Snow Canyon State Park

Outdoors

Snow Canyon State Park

Snow Canyon State Park is ideal for a half-day or full-day outdoor adventure, offering scenic trails for hiking and exploration. Expect to spend around $10-15 per vehicle for entry.

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$10–$15 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Thunder Junction All Abilities Park

Outdoors

Thunder Junction All Abilities Park

Thunder Junction is a free park with optional train rides for a small fee, making it ideal for a 2-3 hour family outing. It pairs well with a picnic or a post-park meal nearby.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful
$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Crosby Family Confluence Park

Outdoors

Crosby Family Confluence Park

This city park is good for a free family outing or solo walk, perhaps paired with a picnic. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, primarily outdoors.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Vernon Worthen Park

Outdoors

Vernon Worthen Park

Vernon Worthen Park is ideal for a free family outing, offering green space, a playground, and courts for an hour or two of outdoor activity. It pairs well with bringing your own picnic.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area

Outdoors

Red Cliffs National Conservation Area

Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, featuring scenic red rock views and opportunities for hiking. It pairs well with a picnic and is generally free or low cost, though some specific trailheads might have small fees.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Tonaquint Park

Outdoors

Tonaquint Park

Tonaquint Park offers a mix of outdoor activities from playgrounds and tennis courts to nature trails and a nature center. It's suitable for a low-cost family outing or solo exploration, typically lasting 1.5 to 3 hours.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
St George Splash Pad

Outdoors

St George Splash Pad

This splash pad is perfect for a free, low-key family outing to cool off during a hot day. Plan for about 1.5 hours of fun, typically paired with a picnic or a nearby stroll.

OutdoorsPlayfulRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cottonwood Cove Park

Outdoors

Cottonwood Cove Park

Cottonwood Cove Park is suitable for a free outdoor excursion, lasting 1-2 hours for families or solo visitors. It can be paired with a picnic or a longer walk along a trail.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Jenny's Canyon Trail

Outdoors

Jenny's Canyon Trail

Jenny's Canyon Trail is a good choice for a short, scenic hike, taking about an hour and costing nothing. It pairs well with other outdoor activities in Snow Canyon State Park.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Pioneer Park

Outdoors

Pioneer Park

Pioneer Park is suitable for a free outdoor excursion, offering hiking and scenic views for 1-2 hours. It pairs well with a picnic or a post-hike meal nearby.

OutdoorsViewsSports
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Red Reef Trailhead

Outdoors

Red Reef Trailhead

This trailhead is ideal for a morning or afternoon hike, suitable for families or solo adventurers looking for scenic outdoor activity. Expect to spend a few hours here with minimal cost, usually just for parking.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Town Square Park

Outdoors

Town Square Park

Town Square Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour visit. It can be paired with a nearby lunch or dinner outing, offering a relaxed environment for families or solo walks.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Chuckwalla Trail Head

Outdoors

Chuckwalla Trail Head

This trail head offers a free outdoor adventure with red rock scenery and potential wildlife viewing, suitable for a 2-3 hour hike. It's a good standalone activity or can be paired with other outdoor exploration in the area.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Sandtown Park

Outdoors

Sandtown Park

Sandtown Park is a good free stop for outdoor recreation or a casual family outing. Plan for an hour or two of play or relaxation.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
New Bearclaw Poppy Navajo Trailhead (Biking)

Outdoors

New Bearclaw Poppy Navajo Trailhead (Biking)

This trailhead is ideal for a morning or afternoon bike ride or hike, offering scenic views for a few hours. It's a free outdoor activity best enjoyed on a clear day.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Bloomington Petroglyph Park

Outdoors

Bloomington Petroglyph Park

This is a free outdoor park where visitors can view ancient petroglyphs, typically taking about an hour to explore. It's a good low-cost activity to pair with a nature walk or other outdoor excursions in the St. George area.

OutdoorsArtsHistory
$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
St George Narrows

Outdoors

St George Narrows

St George Narrows offers a scenic outdoor experience, ideal for a 1-2 hour walk or hike. It's a free activity that can be paired with other outdoor excursions in the region.

OutdoorsViewsAdventurous
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Sand Hollow State Park

Outdoors

Sand Hollow State Park

Sand Hollow State Park is ideal for a half to full-day family or solo adventure, offering boating and off-highway vehicle riding. Expect to spend $15-50 per person on entrance fees and potential rentals, suitable for a full day of outdoor activities.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$15–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 20 of the 99 analyzed St. George places fit outdoors.
  • 100% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 100% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Scenic, Playful, Adventurous, Educational.

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