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    Home » Road Trip

    Popsicle Blog Road Trip: Coral Pink Sand Dunes

    Published: Sep 21, 2014 · Modified: Jan 13, 2016 · By Jill · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

    coral_pink_sand_dunes_kanab_utahduring our stay in Kanab, Utah, we really wanted to explore the area and find unique places to experience. one of the locals told us to check out the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, which is one of Utah's State Parks. the Coral Pink Sand Dunes are located off a remote road between the east entrance of Zion National Park and a few miles west of Kanab.

    we weren't sure what to expect, and as we drove, we couldn't see the sand dunes. we kept looking and looking, but they are nestled into the landscape. even when we arrived at the entrance, you couldn't see how beautiful they were. it wasn't until we walked down into them and started exploring that we realized how magnificent they were.

    this is the area closest to the entrance. but this is just a small over look. once we started walking down into them, past the fences, towards the east where the dune buggies ride and then up one of the peaks....

    coral_pink_sand_dunes

    that is where we had such a breathtaking view.

    coral_pink_sand_dunes_utah_state_parkit was so peaceful and quiet. no sounds of the city, not even sounds of nature. just the quiet lull of the wind. as we walked along the main peak, we could look out and see the beauty of the Kanab mountains all around us...it was surreal.coral_pink_sand_dunes_utah

    we played, jumped and ran around in the sand. it was a different experience than any of us have ever had. almost magical.

    utah_state_parkcoral_pink_sand_dunes_southern_utahcoral_pink_sand_dunes_southern_utah_landmark it had to be one of the more special moments that we had as a family. just us. together. enjoying natures beauty and wonder.coral_pink_sand_dunes_kanab_utah_landmark

    of course by the end of our visit, our shoes were filled to the brim with coral pink sand. a small price to pay to experience the beauty of the Coral Pink Sand Dunes.

    coral_pink_sand_dunes_kanab_utah_state_park

    tips for visiting the Coral Pink Sand Dunes in Kanab, Utah
    • bring a water bottle
    • bring snacks and drinks as there are located in a remote area.
    • wear sun screen/sun hat
    • if you bring a camera, make sure it is protected in a case or bag. flying sand will damage the lens.
    • there is a small entrance fee (approx. $8)

     

    and to read more about our Popsicle Adventures during our summer 2014 road trip through Nevada, Utah, Idaho and Yellowstone:

    Where We Traveled
    How We Traveled
    Tahiti Village - Las Vegas
    Denny’s and Fremont Street - Las Vegas
    Cedar City KOA
    Fort Zion – Utah
    Zion National Park – Utah
    Kanab - Utah
    Historic Parry Lodge - Kanab, Utah
    The Real Up House - Herriman, Utah 

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    1. AvatarMary Happymommy

      September 27, 2014 at 8:00 am

      Wow, amazing photos!

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    2. AvatarCaryn B

      September 23, 2014 at 10:14 am

      STUNNING! I want to visit!

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