Utah

Towering red and white sandstone cliffs of Angels Landing rising above the forested canyon floor in Zion National Park.

September 22, 2026

Angels Landing Closure at Zion National Park Leaves Hikers Waiting for Search-and-Rescue Updates

Angels Landing, one of the most popular permit-required hikes in Zion National Park, is currently closed due to a search-and-rescue operation. Visitors planning to hike the trail or holding active permits should

Sandstone buttes and red rock canyon country under open sky in southeastern Utah

Policy

Tribes Sue Over Utah Monuments After Trump Cuts Acreage By Over 90 Percent

Two of America’s most significant stretches of public land had their protections dramatically reduced in July 2026. Now that decision is heading back to court. On July 13, President Trump signed proclamations reducing the size of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

September 4, 2026

Beneath the Surface: Understanding the Appeal of Scuba Diving St George Utah

Adventure

Beneath the Surface: Understanding the Appeal of Scuba Diving St George Utah Outdoor Exploration · Utah · Scuba Diving Beneath the Surface: Understanding the

Hawaii Leads, Utah Last in 2025 Women’s Equality Rankings

News·USA

The map of women’s equality across America tells a story of stark contrasts. Hawaii stands at the top where women enjoy conditions closest to

Smoke from the Willard Peak Fire above North Ogden, Utah, with foothills visible and haze affecting nearby neighborhoods.

Disaster·News·USA

29,000+ Residents Lose Power as Human-Caused Wildfire Engulfs North Ogden Foothills: See Which Neighborhoods Are Next

A rapidly expanding wildfire in the foothills above North Ogden has triggered 100+ home evacuations and widespread power outages as emergency crews battle the blaze amid challenging conditions. The Willard Peak Fire,

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August 14, 2025

This fossil, preserved roughly 47 million years ago, has a such a strange assortment of features that scientists were unable to find a plant family, living or extinct, to which it might belong. Florida Museum photo by Jeff Gage

Archaeology·Discovery

47-Million-Year-Old ‘Alien Plant’ Fossil in Utah Defies Classification, Puzzles Scientists

Scientists have found a 47-million-year-old plant fossil in Utah that’s unlike anything seen before. The specimen doesn’t match any of the over 400 known plant families, either living or extinct. “This fossil

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January 17, 2025

Adventure·Travel·USA

Utah’s Watery Veins: An Odyssey of Rapids, Reflection, and Raw Natural Beauty of Rivers

Nestled amidst the grandeur of its arid landscapes, Utah reveals a surprising and refreshing side of itself through its rivers. These watercourses, flowing vehemently against the canvas of deserts and mountains, offer

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August 8, 2023

Travel·USA

Arches National Park: An Ode to Earth’s Enduring Elegance

Arches National Park: A Majestic Marvel of Natural Artistry Nestled in the heart of Utah, Arches National Park is a wonderland etched in sandstone, boasting a diverse range of geographical marvels. Its

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July 31, 2023

Archaeology·History·Nature·Science

94-Million-Year-Old Marine Reptile Unearthed in a Utah Dig: Sarabosaurus Dahli

In the vast expanse of southern Utah’s gray shale badlands, scientists have unearthed a remarkable discovery. The scientists have dug up a never-before-seen species of mosasaur, the oldest of its kind in

Karmactive Staff

July 3, 2023

Nature·News·Wildlife

From Pest to Feast: Utah’s Unconventional Solution to Invasive Bullfrogs

The Utah Department of Natural Resources has come up with an innovative strategy for reducing the population of invasive bullfrogs: encouraging locals to catch and consume them. Here, the department’s mission is

Karmactive Staff

June 23, 2023

Travel·USA

Snowfall Water Wonders: Exploring the Rare Waterfalls of Southwest Utah’s Gunlock State Park

A record rainfall, record snowfall, & now rare waterfalls are being experienced in the Southwest this winter. Gunlock State Park, a water wonderland, is agog with melting snow from the mountains, creating

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April 22, 2023

Climate·USA·Water

Great Salt Lake on the Brink of Collapse: An Emergency Call to Action

Great Salt Lake, a cornerstone of Utah’s ecosystem, is facing a dire threat. Without an immediate and significant increase in water flow over the next two years, the lake’s disappearance could have

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February 11, 2023