When a movie enthusiast walks into Utah, even if it’s the first time to come for a sightseeing trip, when he sees those iconic landscapes, he will also have an inexplicable sense of familiarity. This is because the famous plots in a series of Hollywood movies were shot in Utah. Utah has won the favor of many directors with its unique natural landforms and endless natural scenery. Whether it is going to Utah at any time of the year, it is a special flavor to visit the landmarks that have appeared in these movie shots. Experience.
Over the past few decades, more than 900 TV and film works have been filmed in Utah. Utah has a wide variety of natural landscapes, including high mountains and valleys, lush forests, turbulent rivers, and unique red rock landforms. Therefore, Utah has become the preferred destination for filmmakers, as well as road travelers and outdoors. A must-visit place for explorers.
"Galaxy Quest"-Pursuing the classic
Visit Goblin Valley State Park (Goblin Valley State Park) for a long or short time, you can take a day trip, or you can take a long trip via San Rafael Swell in Utah. If you are a fan of Dean Parisot's "Galactic Pursuit", you will soon recognize that this is the location of "Mars" in the movie. The main attraction of
Park is the Valley of Goblins (Valley of Goblins) in the center of the park. There are three trails, length and difficulty suitable for all visitors. The trails lead hikers to overlook the surrounding scenery, and they can also walk into the odd-shaped sandstone from the trails. The dense sandstone pillars are like a large maze.
"Western World"-Imagination of the West
When HBO filmed the futuristic TV series "Western World", the production team already had a clear idea of what the Western World would look like, which is the Castle Valley in Utah! As the "Salt Lake Tribune" reported, "No one can overlook the scenery of Castle Valley.
filming there is not just going back to the old Hollywood, it's like going back to the old west." The itinerary in Castle Valley can include hiking to Fisher. Towers, self-driving on the scenic Upper Colorado Scenic Drive (SR 128), rafting on the Colorado River, participating in a wine tour, and tasting the wines of Castle Creek Winery. Of course, if you have come to Castle Valley, you are also very close to Moab, Dead Horse Point State Park and Canyonlands National Park.
"Searcher"-enduring
Because of this movie, Utah has become a stop on the map of Hollywood movie locations. John Ford fell in love with Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park (Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park), but the big screen did not fully show its beauty. In some ways, Monument Valley represents the most authentic West.
The spirit of the early western pioneers has been injected into the rugged terrain and vegetation, making people feel both strange and familiar. It is precisely because of the unique preference of Hollywood filmmakers for this land that it has gradually become a tourist attraction. Tourists can enjoy hiking, jeep tours, horse riding or stargazing in Monument Valley, or they can choose to travel on their own. The Wajo guide will accompany the explanation. Forrest Gump Point is another popular location popular with tourists. For tourists who like westerns, this area is a must visit.
"Goodbye Life"-worth your two dollars
If you estimate a value for the mountains in Salt Lake City, can you think of how much it is worth? It is simply too difficult to add a price to "The Best Snow on Earth ®"! But this is not the reason why Utah is famous for skiing. Salt Lake City is definitely different from the ski resort town in the general concept, because it is the only ski city. One hour’s drive from Salt Lake City International Airport, there are 10 ski resorts, all of which have world-class ski facilities and powder snow that can satisfy any skier.
Themovie "Goodbye Life" was filmed in the Alta Ski Area, as well as Snowbird Ski, Summer Resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon and Brighton Ski Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
"The Tiger and Leopard King"-Outlaws
Many tourists travel to southwestern Utah, play in Zion National Park, admire steep cliffs, hike, climb, or ride mountain bikes to admire the incredible red Rocky landscape.
For movie lovers, this scenic corner of Utah is full of nostalgia for Robert Redford's classic movie "Little Tiger". The complete list of filming locations includes Grafton, Snow Canyon State Park, St. George and Zion National Park.
