Utah Travel
State parks, national parks, scenic drives, and the stops in between that make the trip.
Utah travel from a Utah local
Find the Utah most visitors drive right past.
Hidden gems, ghost towns, state parks, and honest trip planning so you know exactly where to go, where to stay, and what's worth the drive.
What you'll find here
Everything you need for a better Utah trip
Every video is built around one question: where should you actually go, and how do you make the most of it?
Utah History
Ghost towns, pioneer stories, and the strange history hiding behind Utah's back roads.
Hidden Gems
Lava tubes, quiet canyons, and lesser-known spots without the crowds.
Tips & Planning
Where to stay, permits and lotteries, timing, and travel hacks that save money and stress.
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Video series
Follow a series from start to finish. Each one builds on the last.
3-part series
Utah Ghost Towns
The towns Utah left behind, and what's still standing today.
- Frisco
- Thistle
- Sego Canyon
Ongoing
Utah Hidden Gems
Places worth the detour that most travel lists skip, from lava tubes to quiet slot canyons.
Find a hidden gem →
Ongoing
Utah Travel Planning
Where to stay, when to go, and how to handle permits, so your trip runs smoothly.
Start planning →
Shorts
Utah Travel Myths
Common things people believe about visiting Utah, and what's actually true.
Bust some myths →
Plan your stay
Pick your Utah base camp
Most Utah trips work best from one of two home bases. Choose the one that matches the trip you want.
NORTHERN UTAH
Salt Lake City
- Fly into Salt Lake City International Airport
- Quick drives to the Wasatch mountain canyons
- Day trips to the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island
- The widest choice of hotels, food, and city attractions
Best for: first-time visitors, mountain trips, and anyone who wants city comforts close by.
SOUTHERN UTAH
St. George
- About an hour's drive from Zion National Park
- Snow Canyon State Park right at the edge of town
- Red rock scenery and mild winters
- A good launch point for southern Utah road trips
Best for: red rock adventures, national park trips, and winter getaways.
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Travel guideSt. George, Utah
What to see, where to eat, and how to plan a southern Utah base camp.
Hidden gemSnow Canyon Lava Tubes
Underground lava caves you can explore just outside St. George.
Ghost Towns Ep. 2Thistle
The Utah town that disappeared under a landslide and the lake it created.
Ghost Towns Ep. 3Sego Canyon
Abandoned buildings and ancient rock art in the eastern Utah desert.
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About Allred Travel
Hi, I'm Richard
I'm a Utah local, and Allred Travel is where I share the places I love most in this state, from famous parks to ghost towns most people have never heard of.
The channel started with Utah history and ghost town stories. It grew into a full travel guide for anyone planning a trip here. My goal is simple: help you find the right places to visit, save money doing it, and come home with a better story.
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