Bryce Canyon/North Campground

RV rentals in Garfield County are how you will experience your Utah outdoor vacation in comfort. If you point your campervan rental towards Dixie National Forest, you can experience not just the grandeur of nature but some history too. The forest is a goldmine of pictographs, petroglyphs, dwellings, and artifacts that demonstrate the native cultures who once lived there; among these, the Anasazi or “ancient ones” lived in pueblos, but also built dwellings on the sides of the canyon walls to protect themselves from their enemies. Many of these dwellings can still be seen today from the highways near Escalante. The diversity of the park's terrain makes it a habitat for a number of wildlife species which can be seen, and a good destination for hiking as well as nature observation. Another prospective area for hiking and outdoor appreciation is the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, a diverse collection of cliffs and terraces, plateaus, and river canyons. It was also once home to the Anasazi and is a prime resource for archeologists, paleontologists, and geologists due to its extensive supply of fossilized remains. The park sponsors an artist-in-residence program in order to advance awareness of and education about the monument and has visitors centers in several nearby cities that provide ranger-led presentations, interpretive exhibits, and staff who can answer your questions, provide reading materials, and make suggestions about the different areas and activities that are available. Mt Dutton is an undisturbed peak with scenic views of the surrounding area, with the exception of the area to the northeast that is blocked by tree stands. There are dirt roads that approach the peak from the north and south, but conditions are rough and likely more suited to an off-road vehicle. Hiking in from the highways is an option, but it is approximately 20 miles from the highways to the peak (coming from both directions), meaning you would probably need to camp overnight if hiking in and out. There are ranger stations where you can ask for advice and get information about the weather and other matters.