Visiting Kanab Utah area
Why visit Kanab? Kanab Utah is one of the most amazing places to visit because of its proximity to some of the most amazing sites in the greater Southwestern United States. Located in the southern part of Utah, Kanab is within two hours drive of some of the most scenic natural wonders in the West including Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Lake Powell (aka Glen Canyon National Recreational Area), and the Grand Canyon. In addition lesser-known gems such as Peekaboo Canyon, The Wave, and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument.
Special Sites located in Kanab
The Kane County Visitors Center is a great place in Kanab to gather information on so many of the historic and natural sites in the greater Kanab area as well as spots right in Kanab. Here are some sites worth noting:
- Local Hiking Trails – Bunting Trail, K-Hill Trail, Squaw Trail, Cottonwood Trail, etc…
- Jackson Flat Reservoir & Sherry Belle Trail – the only paved trail in Kanab
- Family History Center
- Kane County Office of Tourism/Visitor Center
- Heritage House
- Kanab Heritage Museum
- Parry’s Lodge for their rich movie history
- Kanab City Library
- Best Friends Visitor Center
- Grand Staircase Escalante Visitor Center (we get asked numerous times a day for directions to the Wave lottery)
- Little Hollywood Museum
What do see while you’re staying at Red Rock Sanctuary in Kanab
No doubt, you may have a reason that brought you to sunny southern Utah, but very few people take advantage of the numerous and varied opportunities Kanab, Kane County, Southern Utah and the greater western United States has to offer, and Red Rock Sanctuary in Kanab makes a fantastic home base. Whether you’re here to visit the world’s largest no-kill animal sanctuary, Best Friends, or visiting Zion National Park for the first time, you should be sure to give yourself as much time as possible to enjoy both the natural wonders, the incredible amenities, the local people, and culture, or just take the time to relax and unwind. It is your vacation after all.
Other Resources for Kanab, Zion, Bryce, Lake Powell & Grand Canyon Info
There are many great resources for the area depending on just what you’re looking for. Our favorites, and for different reasons are some of the following:
• ZionGuide.com is a fantastic site for Zion area information. ZionGuide.com contains everything from the free shuttle schedules to dining and parking information. Looking for adventure? ZionGuide.com also features guided tour companies and hiking trail info. It also contains the most complete calendar of events and is linked to The Independent’s calendar, southern Utah’s premier arts and entertainment publication. If you’re coming to Zion, be sure to check out ZionGuide.com.
• VisitSouthernUtah.com is Kane County’s office of tourism site, therefore is the definitive site for all things Kane County. Check out their calendar for area events, browse pictures, find things to do and lodging too!
• VisitStGeorge.com is Washington County’s office of tourism site, so as such it’s the best place to find all things Washington County related. As both and this site are run by the local tourism boards they have plenty of impartial information to help you maximize your stay in Kanab Utah.
Activities to consider when visiting Kanab
Many ATV and UTV tour companies provide an exciting angle to taking in the incredible vistas of southern Utah and northern Arizona. While most people come to Zion, Bryce and the Grand Canyon to hike, take pictures and maybe even bike on some of the scenic trails it can be a real rush to cruise through the designated areas at high speed. This sort of experience isn’t available in all the areas of the west this beautiful, so you should take advantage!
Relax at Red Rock Sanctuary | Kanab Vacation Rental Home
But when you’re ready to relax, come on back to your home base in Kanab, Red Rock Sanctuary. It’s an oasis in the desert. With comfortable beds, a brand new stainless steel kitchen featuring quartz countertops and located in an amazing box canyon, but still near the heart of Kanab.
What you can expect to see when Visiting Kanab
