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7 Things to Leave Off Your National Park Packing List
Ready to start packing for your next stay at the beautiful Utah villas at Cougar Ridge? Before you start filling your suitcase, there are a few things to make sure that you’re leaving off of your national park packing list. Keep reading as we explore a few things you...
Top Things to Do in Capitol Reef National Park
Staying at one of the best Southern Utah resorts can be a vacation all its own. At Cougar Ridge, guests enjoy a wide variety of on-site amenities. Stroll the property and visit with our resident ranch animals. Rent an e-bike and take a cruise around the property or...
The Best Off-Site Activities to Enjoy While Staying in Southern Utah Hotels
There are plenty of things that make Cougar Ridge one of the best Southern Utah hotels. From our stunning Grand Lodge, which can accommodate larger groups, to our beautiful private Villas, which offer plenty of space and in-room amenities perfect for couples,...
Utah Llama Trekking: What You Need to Know
When it comes to choosing Southern Utah hotels for your Capitol Reef National Park adventure, you have a number of options. But before you book your standard chain hotel, it’s important to consider the amenities that you might be missing out on. Most hotels offer a...
How to Make the Most of Your National Park Visit
If spending more time outdoors, enjoying a bucket list-worthy adventure, or trying something new like canyoneering or off-roading was on your list of new year’s resolutions in 2023, a visit to a national park should be on your list. And staying at one of the best...
How to Visit Arches on a Day Trip
Most visitors to Cougar Ridge have their sights set on enjoying all that Capitol Reef National Park has to offer. Our resort is located just a little over five miles from the entrance to this Utah national park. But while this makes it the ideal basecamp for your...
An Insider’s Guide to Torrey Utah
While it may be just over three hours north of Zion, Capitol Reef National Park feels as though it's a world apart. The hustle and bustle of Zion and Springdale, Utah, with their crowds and traffic, are a far cry from Capitol Reef and its own gateway town, Torrey,...
New and Exciting Amenities Coming to One of the Best Southern Utah Resorts
When it comes to searching for hotels in Torrey Utah, there are plenty of things to consider. Location, for example, is very important. If you plan to spend time exploring Capitol Reef, you’ll want to make sure you’re choosing Southern Utah resorts or hotels close to...
Things to Do in Capitol Reef That Aren’t Hiking
Looking for things to do in Capitol Reef National Park? A quick Google search will reveal plenty of amazing hiking trails. We’ve even covered some of the best trails in and around Capitol Reef and Torrey, Utah in our blog! While you’re thinking about where to stay in...
Tips for Mastering Corporate Retreat Planning
A corporate retreat is a great opportunity to celebrate your company’s hard work, help your employees connect and improve their teamwork, and to host important training sessions and meetings. But corporate retreat planning is complicated. Whether you’re hosting 5...