Walk the Red Hills Desert Garden
Explore Utah’s first desert garden featuring 5,000 plants, a stream with endangered native fish, and prehistoric tracks.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for 45 to 60 minutes to walk the loops and read the interpretive signs about the 200-million-year-old dinosaur tracks.
- 2Wear comfortable walking shoes or sandals, as the paths are paved and level, making this an accessible excursion for all mobility levels.
- 3Bring a camera to capture the vibrant cacti blooms and the panoramic views of the St. George skyline from the garden's edge.
- 4Park in the free dedicated lot shared with Pioneer Park on Red Hills Parkway; no permits or entrance fees are required.
- 5Combine this visit with a short hike to the nearby 'Dixie Rock' for a 360-degree view of the surrounding red rock landscape.
- 6Pack a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, though the walk is short, the desert sun remains intense year-round.
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