Utah was carved out of the desert by a group of people who, leaving persecution east of the Mississippi, sought safety in this remote part of America. These people were the Mormons. Lead here by Brigham Young, the group would prosper and make a garden out of the desert. Today Utah is a center of prosperity in the west attracting people from all walks of life. Come and discover Utah for yourself. Experience some of the best skiing in the world. Drive through awesome scenery. Hike over beautiful mountains. Utah is a great place to visit. Utah is for everyone!
Capital: Salt Lake City
Population: 2, 048, 753
Area: 84, 916
Time: Mountain Time
Geography: The state if Utah is surrounded by Wyoming, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, and meets a corner of New Mexico at the Four Corners. The state is fairly dry even in the mountains. Northern Utah is greener, yet rainfall is still pretty sparse. The southern area of the state is very dry in all seasons. The eastern ridge of the state has a mountain ridge. The Great Salt Lake is one of the salt lakes in the Americas.
Climate
Utah is a winter wonderland with some of the best powder you'll find anywhere in the world. Winters are cold in all parts of the state except in the extreme southwest around St. George where the winter is milder but still chilly. Spring and fall are pleasant and mild. Summers are hot and dry, especially in the south. |
