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Attractions include
Red Canyon (a smaller version of Bryce NP), Boulder
Mountain's scenic alpine lakes, Navajo Lake and nearby
Cascade Falls, PAnguitch Lake (a favorite for anglers),
the Pine Valley Mountains near St. George, and Hell's
Backbone Bridge, built by the CCC in 1933, which offers
breathtaking views of the Box-Death Hollow Wilderness.
There are two other wilderness areas on the Dixe: Pine
Valley Mountain Wilderness near St. George, and Ashdown
Gorge Wilderness east of Cedar City. Downhill skiing is
available at Brian Head. Other recreational
opportunities range from rough wilderness backpacking
and horseback trips to comfortable resorts. Lakes,
rivers and streams offer boating and fishing
opportunities. Wildlife tempts nature !
photographers, bird
watchers, and game hunters. The Dixie has 1200 miles of
trails designated for various kinds of travel (foot,
horse, OHV), as well as groomed snowmobile trails near
Brian Head. Developed campgrounds and picnic sites have
toilets and water. Many campgrounds have group as well
as individual sites. At some campgrounds, reservations
are required: call 1-877.444.6777.
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