An adventure millions of years in the making.
You’ve stumbled upon North America’s biggest secret: The Carbon Corridor.
Choose your adventure:
or keep scrolling and blaze your own trail.
“The Trails”
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
The Carbon Corridor is home to endless outdoor thrills, from breathtaking hikes to unparalleled OHVing trails.
Nine Mile Canyon
a breathtaking Outdoor Art Gallery
Step back in time through 46 miles of ancient wall art - the best-preserved in the west. The stories of people who lived in North America centuries ago grace the walls of its sheer cliffs.
This untouched wilderness allows travelers to see the rock art created centuries ago in the setting that it was created.
An international treasure, as seen in National Geographic.
Dark Skies
Experience the cosmic wonder of unbridled access to the stars. The Carbon Corridor boasts the highest concentration of Dark Sky parks and communities in the country.
Gordon creek falls
Hiking? ATVing? Mountain biking? Or horseback riding? No matter your poison, Gordon Creek Falls is home to impressive trails with a rich history, no matter your skill level.
Where to next?
You’ve marveled at the outdoor wonders of the Carbon Corridor. Where’s your next stop?
uncover rich culture and epic events.
“The Campsite”
RICH CULTURE
Take a walk through North America’s history through historic main streets, museums, and fine arts galleries, from ancient times to the era of the railroads’ domination.
utah’s storied history
miraculously preserved Old America
Whether you’re an American history buff or fascinated by its prehistory, the Carbon Corridor is home to some of America’s most impressive and well-preserved artifacts.
The Prehistoric Museum dives into the Native American cultures who lived and travelled through one of America’s oldest regions.
Or step back in time to the 19th century with Helper’s must-see historic Main Street, with its beautifully restored brick buildings and antique gas stations.
at the beginning of history
Interested in even more prehistoric history? The Carbon Corridor is one of America’s premier dinosaur hubs.
Don’t miss the Cleveland Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry, which has yielded over 12,000 bones from over 70 different prehistoric animals, one of the densest deposits of fossils ever uncovered.
Or check out our world-famous Dinosaur Diamond Scenic Byway. From museums, geologic outcrops, scenic trails and recreational opportunities, this scenic byway offers it all.
step into the wild west
From Pioneer history to year-round community activities, there is no off-season in the Corridor.
Price
Surrounded by the Book Cliffs, Price is a culturally diverse community rich in history.
- Rich coal mining history
- Impressive museums
- Wild West-themed shooting range
Helper
Explore antique shops, art galleries, coffee, retail shops, eateries, and more in the cultural hub of the Corridor.
- Beautifully preserved downtown
- Mining & Railroad Museum
- A haunted history
wellington
A vibrant small town with beautiful outdoor adventures, from its founding by Mormons in 1878 to today.
- Home to the famous Nine Mile Canyon
- Fishing pond near the gorgeous city park
East Carbon
Nestled in the mountains, this old railyard and coal miners’ town is haunted by the ghost of La Llorona.
- Local legend Bo Huff’s amazing car museum
- Abandoned mining ruins
Where to next?
You’ve uncovered North America’s secret history of the Wild West. Where’s the next stop?
a blast for the whole family.
“The Burrow”
family fun
Take your family on a trip through a land millions of years in the making. Swimming, boating, hiking, biking, exploring museums - there’s endless discoveries to make together in the wild west of the Carbon Corridor.
write your own story as a family
An unforgettable adventure
The Carbon Corridor is one of the most exhilaratingly eclectic vacation destinations in the United States.
Dig up forgotten dinosaur history together at one of the most fossil-rich spots in the country, or take your kids on an off-roading trip they’ll never forget through breathtaking vistas.
With so much to do, the Carbon Corridor is bound to become one of those “can we go again?” places.
trails last forever
Connect with nature in some of the most striking environments in the nation, or explore geologic history from the comfort of small-town America.
However you travel, there’s endless opportunity for your family to blaze a trail that lasts forever.
Where to next?
You’ve discovered the family vacation you’ve always dreamed of. What’s next?
the carbon corridor welcomes you!
Plan your journey to America’s greatest hidden gem.