Outdoors & Recreation
Brianna Chavez
Utah County search and rescue crews encouraging hikers to be prepared this spring
With warmer weather in the forecast, that means more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. But that could come at a cost if you're not prepared.12 hours ago
Eliza Pace and Daniel Woodruff, KSL TV
Utah’s ski industry contributed $1.94 billion in nonresident visitor spending during the 2022/23 season
Out of state visitors spent a record of $1.94 billion at Utah ski areas during the 2022/2023 ski season, according to data from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.6 days ago
Shelby Lofton and Mark Jones
Wildlife experts looking into unusual numbers of tularemia deaths among beavers in state
The Utah Department of Natural Resources has identified 10 animals that have died from tularemia — a disease that can be transmitted to humans.7 days ago
Shara Park
Utah’s Hogle Zoo announces this years new arrivals
From rescued cougar cubs to a baby gorilla expected to arrive this summer, there are exciting things happening at Utah’s Hogle Zoo.11 days ago
Carter Williams
Zion National Park begins ‘once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’ to repair historic campground
Construction to repair and rehabilitate Zion National Park's aging South Campground is now getting underway, park officials say.17 days ago
Alex Cabrero
Cleaning up Utah is South Jordan man’s mission
Plastic bottles, tires, paper, and all sorts of trash just piled up along the sides of roads, highways, and especially the interstates.18 days ago
Mike Anderson and Michael Houck, KSL TV
Bear Lake State Park is opening new areas to keep up with growth
State park managers for both sides of Bear Lake are preparing for the crowds that continue to grow every year with a new beach and renovated campsites.20 days ago
Daniel Woodruff
Will timed entry system at Arches National Park become permanent?
For the third year in a row, Arches National Park is testing a timed entry system to spread out crowds throughout the day.21 days ago
Mike Anderson
Easter storm brings a big boost for ski resorts as skiers hit the slopes
The gloomy, wet Easter Sunday turned into a solid ski day Monday at some of Utah's resorts.22 days ago
Andrew Adams
Utah TetraSki event provides new opportunities to compete on slopes
Alpine skiing would only be a dream for people with injuries that would prevent them from enjoying the slopes. But, emerging technology developed in Utah is beginning to change that.22 days ago
Karah Brackin
Utah family goes on a multimonth bike tour across Europe
Dale Majors, his wife and their six kids logged some 1,850 miles across Europe and the Alps during a multimonth family bike tour.25 days ago
Mark Jones
Several wildlife-related bills passed into law during 2024 legislative session
A number of wildlife management-related bills have been signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox, following the completion of the 2024 Utah Legislature.27 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Taufer Park set to be cleaned up, renovated after years of complaints
A city park in Salt Lake City is getting a major makeover after years of reported issues that made the area feel unsafe.1 month ago
Michael Houck
Vandals steal McCoy Flats Trailhead sign, sheriff’s search for suspects
Police are searching for the people responsible for stealing the McCoy Flats Trailhead sign and damaging federal property.1 month ago
Shara Park
Visitors warned about new underwater dangers at Gunlock waterfalls
The incredible images of the water spilling over Gunlock Reservoir are already coming in.2 months ago
Alex Cabrero
Soldier Hollow hosts BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon
Biathletes across the globe are in Utah and are getting ready to compete in a world-class biathlon competition this weekend.2 months ago
Karah Brackin
Outdoor enthusiasts urged to use caution in the backcountry
The Utah Avalanche Center is urging those people heading into the backcountry to use extreme caution.2 months ago
Debbie Worthen
Snowboarder confronted by property owner with gun near Brighton Ski Resort
In Utah's backcountry, the weekend of backcountry snowboarding took a scary turn for Loren Richardson near Brighton Ski Resort.2 months ago
Michael Houck
Skier severely injured following avalanche near Little Water Peak
A woman needed to be hoisted out of Little Water Peak after being hurt after an avalanche Monday afternoon.2 months ago
Shelby Lofton
Utah Avalanche Center opens new rescue skills training park close to Salt Lake City
The Utah Avalanche Center opened a new beacon training park at Pinebrook on Sunday, the closest park to Salt Lake City.2 months ago
Brianna Chavez
Backcountry skier urges caution after triggering avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon
A backcountry skier urges other skiers to be cautious after triggering avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon.2 months ago
Mike Anderson
Avalanche was ‘too close for comfort,’ for forecasters with Utah Avalanche Center
Forecasters with the US Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center were caught off-guard Wednesday as they triggered an avalanche just next to their ski tracks.2 months ago
Mark Jones
Where to see wild swans migrate through Utah next month
Wild swans will begin their annual migration through Utah in March, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.2 months ago
