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Planning a Wellness Getaway at Cougar Ridge
If your vacations tend to feel more like a fast-paced workout than a chance for relaxation, you might be thinking about planning a different type of trip. A health and wellness retreat can be a great way to reset your mind and body, jumpstart your fitness, or treat...
The Ultimate Guide to Goblin Valley State Park
Located about an hour and a half from Cougar Ridge, Goblin Valley State Park is one of Utah’s best-hidden gems. This beautiful state park features red rock landscapes and formations that rival the state’s popular national parks, as well as fewer crowds and more...
5 Reasons to Get Married at Cougar Ridge
If you’re celebrating the upcoming holidays with an engagement — or hoping to be at the receiving end of one — you might already be dreaming about planning your coming nuptials. The first, and often one of the hardest decisions that you’ll have to make while wedding...
5 Reasons to Book Cougar Ridge for Your Next Family Reunion
If COVID-19 has kept you isolated from extended family living elsewhere across the country or around the world, now is a great time to start planning your next get-together. A destination family reunion is a great time to reconnect with family and create some...
5 Safety Tips Every Hiker Should Know
Whether you’re an experienced hiker or trying it for the first time, staying safe on the trails starts before you ever leave home. Compared to other outdoor activities like off-roading or rock climbing, it’s easy to think of hiking as an easy, safe activity. And it...
4 Fall Hikes to Take in Capitol Reef National Park
The changing colors and fruit orchards are just a couple of the reasons why visitors flock to Capitol Reef National Park each fall. But no matter what time of year you choose to visit, hiking will always be one of the best ways to experience this unique national...
Tips to Master Dressing in Layers For a Fall Visit to Southern Utah
Fall is perhaps the best season to plan a visit to Southern Utah, and more specifically, Capitol Reef National Park. The heat of the summer has faded, which makes long hikes far more enjoyable. The leaves are starting to change. The fruit has sprouted in the...
Planning a Safe and Healthy Getaway for Summer 2022
For most, the past two summers have been spent close to home. This has meant putting travel plans on hold and canceling vacations to limit exposure to the coronavirus and to avoid spreading it to family and friends. But with vaccines rolling out around the world,...
The Ultimate Guide to Stargazing in Capitol Reef National Park
Stargazing in Capitol Reef National Park is a little-known activity that could just be the most memorable part of your next visit. If you're like most Americans, your view of the night skies at home is obstructed by light pollution from urban areas. Around 80 percent...
9 Torrey, Utah Restaurants to Try During Your Stay
Between hiking, sightseeing, fishing, and exploring, you’re going to work up quite an appetite during your stay at Cougar Ridge. Luckily, there’s no shortage of dining options available just a short drive away. If you’re ready to find the perfect hearty breakfast or...
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