Recreation

Outdoor recreation remains a major economic player, but inflation, tariffs, and affordability concerns may have contributed to a slowing growth rate in 2024.

In other news, state leaders are asking the federal government for $1 billion to support Great Salt Lake after President Donald Trump said it was "very important" to save the lake.

In other news, fees at 18 Utah state parks are going up this year. And, a Stephen King novel is the 23rd to be banned in public schools statewide.

In other news, a permit lottery for Zion's Angels Landing hike opens on Friday. And, a lawsuit that aims to block Utah's new congressional map now has legislative support.

Only 11% of ski trails in western states were open by the end of November, which has also hurt early bookings as guests adopt a "wait and see" attitude.

A new report found that many veterans across the U.S. don't live close enough to parks or green spaces to easily benefit from nature.

Last month, Beaver Mountain Ski Resort opened a new cabin and rental shop and unveiled a new ticket system.

The Ginormous Pumpkin Regatta began in Daybreak, Utah on Oct 18 with eight 600 lb pumpkins lined up on the edge of the community’s lake.

In other news, the Deer Creek Fire is now over 17,000 acres, after fire officials discovered a new burned area they previously thought to be untouched.

The decision comes a week after a judge ruled the Utah Fits All program was unconstitutional. In other news, Utah Lake is hoping to shed its bad reputation and encourage visitors with a new ad.