Utah This Month: April 2025
- Sean Good
- Mar 24
- 2 min read
With winter fading in the rearview mirror, April marks the true start of Utah's riding season. Chances of unexpected snowstorms are lessened, melting snow reveals winding roads, and the landscape bursts with spring blooms. Beyond the rapidly improving riding conditions, April also brings a vibrant calendar of events across the state.
Discover the festivals, gatherings, and adventures awaiting you this month!
Events
Early April, Salt Lake City: View cherry blossoms blooming at the State Capitol Building grounds
April 4-6, Green River: Green River Rocks - geology, paleontology, and rock art weekend
April 12, Solitude Resort: Pond Skim Beach Party. Wrap up winter watching skiers attempting to skim across a cold pool of water. Free to view.
April 12-20, Moab: Easter Jeep Safari Week
April 18-19, St. George: St. George Art Festival
April 30, most resorts: End of ski season
National Park Information
So far, we do not expect major disruptions to National Park services. But please take note of the following seasonal information.
Arches: Advanced timed entry reservations are required for entry beginning Apr. 1. Make a reservation.
Bryce Canyon: No advance reservations required.
Canyonlands: No advance reservations required. However, traveling the White Rim Trail does require a backcountry permit.
Capitol Reef: No advance reservations required.
Zion: April is within Zion's shuttle season. You cannot ride or drive the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive during shuttle season, and must take a free shuttle instead. No advance reservation required. There are other roads in and through Zion N.P. that can be ridden year-round.
Statewide seasonal roads
All roads that are not maintained during winter typically remain closed (and gated) until at least May, or June if following a heavy snow year.
Even if the roads appear to be clear, if the road gates are closed, do not attempt to pass through.
View road closure updates - Utah Dept. of Transportation
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