Outdoors & Recreation
Mike Anderson
Beaver Mountain welcomes storm as it prepares for winter season
At Beaver Mountain, workers and preseason skiers and snowboarders are anticipating heavy snowfall this weekend.9 hours ago
Emma Benson
Don’t wait: heart attack rapid response saves life of Utah dad
If you or a loved one were to experience a heart attack, time becomes a matter of life or death. KSL's Emma Benson shows us how a collaborative program at Intermountain Medical Center saved the life of an otherwise healthy patient.1 day ago
Sarah Dewberry, CNN
Rock climbers found her body buried in rural Nevada over 26 years ago. Authorities just revealed her identity
Over 26 years after a woman’s body was discovered buried beneath a pile of rocks in rural Nevada, authorities have announced her identity.1 day ago
Mark Jones
Kolob Canyons Road now open in Zion National Park, NPS announces
The National Park Service announced Wednesday that Kolob Canyons Road in Zion National Park is back open.2 days ago
Luke Seaver
Rockfall in Canyonlands closes White Rim Road
A large rockfall over the weekend in Canyonlands National Park has resulted in the closure of a section of the White Rim Road.3 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Will IOC pick Salt Lake City as ‘preferred host’ for 2030 or 2034 Winter Olympics this week?
The International Olympic Committee executive board is scheduled to receive a report from the organization's Future Host Commission when it convenes in Paris on Wednesday, a possible signal the committee will vote on whether to advance Salt Lake City's bid to host a second Winter Games in 2030 or 2034.3 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Snowbasin Ski Resort set to open Thursday
Snowbasin Ski Resort will open Thursday at 9 a.m., even though snowfall has been a bit delayed this winter.3 days ago
Mark Jones
DWR offers tips on when to report wildlife encounters or sightings
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources says there are times when wildlife encounters or sightings should be reported. And there are also times when such occurrences don't need to be told about.4 days ago
Mark Jones
Two BASE jumpers injured last week in separate incidents near Moab
The Grand County Sheriff's Office says a 37-year-old BASE jumper was injured in a fall last week, and another jumper suffered ankle and wrist injuries in a separate incident.4 days ago
Mark Jones
Application process for limited-entry spring turkey hunt begins Dec. 12
The DWR says the application process for the 2024 limited-entry turkey hunt will open on Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. Applications must be submitted by Dec. 27 at 11 p.m. to be included in the permit drawing.10 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Skiers, snowboarders thankful for fresh powder before Thanksgiving
This weekend's winter storm improved skiing and snowboarding conditions at some Utah resorts.13 days ago
Joe Sutton, CNN
Hiker missing for over a week in Big Bend National Park rescued
A 25-year-old hiker who had been missing since November 9 in Big Bend National Park in Texas has been rescued, the National Park Service said in a news release.14 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Backcountry guides frustrated by Forest Service decision to pause permit program
Local backcountry guides are expressing frustration with a U.S. Forest Service district ranger decision they say will kill much of their business this winter, because the guides won't be able to conduct avalanche courses or take clients up to the most popular spots on the edge of the Salt Lake Valley.14 days ago
Mark Jones
If government shuts down, state plans to keep national parks open
With a potential government shutdown looming later this week, state officials say they have a plan in place to keep Utah's five national parks open.17 days ago
Macie Goldfarb and Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN
Colorado hiker missing for months found dead with his dog still alive by his side
A tiny Jack Russell terrier survived in the Colorado mountains for more than 10 weeks after her owner died of hypothermia.17 days ago
Brittany Tait
‘It sounded like thunder’: Rockslide at Zion startles tourists
The area surrounding Weeping Rock remains closed while scientists from Zion National Park assess the debris, following a massive rockslide.17 days ago
Andrew Adams
Deputies: 22-year-old Springville man survived crash east of Provo that killed 2 others
Investigators said a 22-year-old man from Springville survived a small plane crash that killed two other men Tuesday east of Provo.17 days ago
Larry D. Curtis
Rockfall creates spectacle at Zion National Park, no significant injuries
A massive rockfall in Zion National Park led to a spectacular visual event for those attending and without any significant injuries.17 days ago
Mark Jones
Snowbasin announces a delay in its start to the ski season
Snowbasin Resort announced Tuesday that it is delaying its season-opener.18 days ago
Mark Jones
More than 268,000 boats inspected for quagga mussels during 2023 boating season, DWR says
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources says more than 268,000 boats have been inspected for quagga mussels since Jan. 1.18 days ago
Carter Williams
Why Outdoor Retailer will look smaller this week; big changes coming for 2024 shows
Scores of crews were hard at work inside the Salt Palace Convention Center Monday, assembling booths and putting the final touches together for Outdoor Retailer's third and final show of the year.18 days ago
Brianna Chavez
Hundreds enjoy start of ski season, Solitude first resort to open
Hundreds of skiers and snowboarders alike waited in line, hopping on the ski lift one by one Sunday at Solitude Mountain Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon.20 days ago
Mark Jones
Man hospitalized after paragliding accident Sunday morning
A paragliding accident sent one person to the hospital Sunday morning.20 days ago
