Part of the U.S. National Park Service, Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail is a 1,300-mile route that was traveled by Mormons who were fleeing Nauvoo, Illinois, for the Great Salt Lake Valley in Utah. The trail spans across 5 different states that include Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Utah. There are several points of interest along the trail for visitors to explore; the most popular Utah site is ‘This is the Place Heritage Park’ in Salt Lake City. Nowadays the trail can be used for outdoor recreation such as hiking, mountain-biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing. The trail offers several viewpoints where visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the area’s surroundings.
90 South West Temple, Salt Lake, UT, Phone: 801-534-4901
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- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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