With a sporty RV, thousands of miles of roads can be explored in this red rock state full of dinosaur tracks, gemstones and sandstone wonders. Or, you can plan your trip around accessible parks and a vehicle with amenities.
Price and size: A 22-foot Class B camping van for $160 a night or a Class C motorhome for $170 a night is excellent for camping with a couple. A larger group of eight people or more could get a 32-foot travel trailer for $125 a night or a 32.5-foot fifth wheel for $140 a night.
AC and awnings: Bring your own shade, stay hydrated and make sure your vehicle's systems are all working properly so you can stay cool.
Clearance: Higher clearance means you can get access to off-the-beaten path campsites within public lands and parks.
Pickup spots: The major airport is Salt Lake City, and RVShare has hundreds of rentals in the area. Arrange for delivery directly after your flight so you can get to Park City, Moab, Canyonlands or St George in just a few hours.
Magna Wastewater Treatment Plant offers a free dump station for all users from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Many Maverick gas stations across the state also offer free dump stations available 24/7.
Summit Storage has covered indoor RV storage with parking spaces of between 30 and 40 feet. Its operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Sunday. Armor Storage of Nibley has parking spaces for different sizes of RVs, with some spaces reaching up to 50 feet. They offer open parking for $40 a month, or you could opt for closed parking for $220 a month.
Capitol Reef National Park is the best place for adventure because there are rocks, cliffs, domes, canyons, unique rock formations, and bridges. It is also home to the famous Waterpocket fold. The national park is also surrounded by landmarks such as Cathedral Valley, Chimney Rock Pillar, and the Hickman Bridge Arch.
Canyonlands National Park is the largest among the five national parks in Utah. It has beautifully colored desert landscapes and remarkable views that attract visitors from all over. Inside the Horseshoe Canyon are Native American rock paintings that give you a glimpse into historical times.
Arches National Park offers you the chance to explore the most well-photographed places in the U.S. Within 100 square miles, over 2,000 natural sandstone arches cover the area. Visitors can also explore bars, shops, restaurants, and cultural pursuits. Also, the Museum of Moab and the Moab Museum of Film and Western Heritage are must-visit locations.
Huntington State Park is a common ground for migratory bird species. Since it is a warm water reservoir, it is the perfect area for outdoor activities. Also, it offers fishing opportunities. Common fish species include the largemouth bass and blue gill.
Green River State Park is a famous starting point for many river-rafting adventures, offering the chance to explore more than 120 miles. Also, the park sits near attractions like Canyonlands National Park and Arches National Park.
Palisade State Park is the ideal place for electric or non-motorized boating activities, swimming, and fishing. Common fish in the area are trout and goldfish. If you want to hike, you could follow the trails around the lake or go deeper into the hillside. Also, the park is close to the Arapeen OHW Trail.
Oktoberfest is an fall family-friendly event serving German food, beer, and live music at the Snowbird ski resort. It runs from September to mid-October.
Sundance Film Festival is the largest film festival in the United States. It began in 1978 in Park City, Utah and attracts celebrities and local movie enthusiasts to the Utah mountains.
Utah Arts Festival is the place for anyone who loves a great work of art. Hundreds of booths will showcase excellent arts, crafts, food, and entertainment in June.
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park has sandstone masterpieces that reach 400 to 1,000 feet. The fragile rocks are surrounded by shrubs, mesas, buttes, and trees that are miles long. All this combined to make the park the most attractive place in Utah.
Delicate Arch is a site that attracts tourists from all over the world with its over 2,000 stone arches. The most popular stone is the 46-foot-high and 32-foot-wide arch.
Forrest Gump Point is in Mexican Hat County, less than 10 miles from the road to Monument Valley. While traveling through this route, you see the remarkable Grand Canyon.
Zion National Park is a famous landmark that is home to the iconic Narrows canyon, which is perfect for hikers. The hike takes you through the Virgin River, offering climbing opportunities in some sections.
Bonneville Salt Flats is a flat land covering over 30,000 acres with a layer of salt that looks like snow. The high salt concentrations make it difficult for plants or animals to survive. A short distance from this location is the Bonneville Speedway, which is the setting for many land speed records.
Goosenecks State Park is a beautiful place to observe from higher ground because it allows you to view two outstanding landmarks simultaneously. Gooseneck finds its name from canyons made by the San Juan River bends.
Portal RV Resort is in Moab, Utah and offers spacious RV campsites. It is also a luxurious resort with amenities like a spa, a pool, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and laundry facilities. Pets are welcome.
WillowWind RV Park is near Zion National Park and Sand Hollow Reservoir. It has 177 camping sites, each charging $50 to $60 a night. Amenities include full hookups, back-in and pull-through spots, showers, and Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed.
Park City RV has large campsites offering a view of the Olympic Sportspark and snowcapped mountains. Available amenities include a pool, a gym, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, electric hookups, and bathrooms. Visitors should call for prices.
On average expect to pay $252 per night in Utah.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Utah?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Utah from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Utah?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
Do you need a special license to drive an RV in Utah?No. You don’t need a special license or CDL to drive an RV in Utah.