Friends of Snow Canyon State Park

Friends of Snow Canyon State Park Snow Canyon State Park is truly one of the crown jewels of Washington County.

Friends of Snow Canyon is a non-profit and independent organization dedicated to preserving and protecting Snow Canyon State Park through education, advocacy, fundraising and volunteer efforts. Navajo sandstone domes, ancient lava flows, and majestic Kayenta cliffs offer a spectacular backdrop for every type of outdoor recreation. To all of us who treasure scenic beauty and the splendor of the nat

ural world, Snow Canyon is absolutely priceless. Friends of Snow Canyon State Park was created specifically to provide financial and volunteer support for Snow Canyon State Park. Our goal is to find funding sources through grants, fundraising events, and membership dues to support park staffing and operations and to facilitate volunteers for park programs, events, and maintenance projects.

Desert Homes HikeFriday, November 21, 20259:00 am - 11 amJohnson Canyon TrailheadDesert animals spend most of their time...
11/14/2025

Desert Homes Hike

Friday, November 21, 2025
9:00 am - 11 am

Johnson Canyon Trailhead

Desert animals spend most of their time where we can’t see them, in fragile homes high and low, that help them escape extreme conditions. Please join Gemma, Snow Canyon's Naturalist Aide, for a hike through Johnson Canyon where we'll talk about the shelters used by the park's unique

PLEASE REGISTER:

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Yoga in the ParkThursday, November 20, 20253:30 pm to 5:00 pmUpper Galoot Picnic AreaJoin John Yohman in a yoga practice...
11/14/2025

Yoga in the Park

Thursday, November 20, 2025
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Upper Galoot Picnic Area

Join John Yohman in a yoga practice of gratitude inspired by the beauty of Snow Canyon State Park. This gentle practice will focus on connecting body and breath as we reflect on the abundance that surrounds us.

Please bring your yoga mat and water to drink. Participants should dress in layers as weather tends to vary throughout the hour of practice and please wear shoes to hike to our place of practice. Meet the group at the in the Upper Galoot parking lot

REGISTER PLEASE:

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11/13/2025

SNOW CANYON CLOSED
SATURDAY MORNING !

Reminder:

Saturday, November 15: Snow Canyon Drive through the park will be closed between 8a.m. and Noon to accommodate the Snow Canyon Half Marathon and 10K. The paved Whiptail Trail will also be closed.

Please plan your visit accordingly!

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Friends of Snow Canyon Annual Meeting & Pot Luck PicnicHelp us celebrate the 13th anniversary of the founding of the Fri...
10/28/2025

Friends of Snow Canyon Annual Meeting & Pot Luck Picnic

Help us celebrate the 13th anniversary of the founding of the Friends of Snow Canyon organization at our annual member meeting. Pre-meeting activities include learning more about our celebrated Park in a presentation or join a guided hike and then join your friends in a festive potluck in the Park.

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Lower Galoot Picnic Area

3:30 PM - Potluck and Annual meeting. Please bring a dish to share with others.

The Friends of Snow Canyon will furnish plates, plastic tableware, cups, water and dessert.


Venue Lower Galoot Picnic Area
Starts Sat Nov 1 2025, 3:30pm MDT
Ends Sat Nov 1 2025, 5:00pm MDT

MEMBERS REGISTER PLEASE!

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10/23/2025

Annual Meeting and Potluck Picnic

Saturday, November 1, 2025 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Lower Galoot Picnic Area

Help us celebrate the 13th anniversary of the founding of the Friends of Snow Canyon organization at our annual member meeting. Pre-meeting activities include learning more about our celebrated Park in a presentation or join a guided hike and then join your friends in a festive potluck in the Park.

Please bring a dish to share with others. The Friends of Snow Canyon will furnish plates, plastic tableware, cups, water and
dessert!

REGISTER HERE!:

CELEBRATE NATIONAL TORTOISE WEEKJoin Ranger Cheyenne for a seated lecture to kick off Desert Tortoise Week! Learn abou...
10/23/2025

CELEBRATE NATIONAL TORTOISE WEEK

Join Ranger Cheyenne for a seated lecture to kick off Desert Tortoise Week! Learn about adaptations, behavior, and just how incredible these reptiles are!

And consider staying afterwords for the Friends of Snow Canyon Annual Meeting and Potluck Picnic.

Saturday November 1, 2:45-3:15 pm
Upper Galoot Picnic Area

REGISTER HERE PLEASE:
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YOGA IN THE PARK RETURNSJoin John Yohman in a yoga practice of gratitude inspired by the beauty of Snow Canyon State Par...
10/17/2025

YOGA IN THE PARK RETURNS

Join John Yohman in a yoga practice of gratitude inspired by the beauty of Snow Canyon State Park. This gentle practice will focus on connecting body and breath as we reflect on the abundance that surrounds us.

John has been in the fitness and wellness industry for close to 3 decades. John is a RYT 200 registered yoga Teacher since 2016 and has enjoyed conducting yoga retreats in Oregon as well as teaching locally at his studio "Elevate" in Kayenta. John especially loves turning people on to yoga and what it has to offer both on the mat as well as in day to day life.

Please bring your yoga mat and water to drink. Participants should dress in layers as weather tends to vary throughout the hour of practice and please wear shoes to hike to our place of practice. Meet the group at the in the Upper Galoot parking lot.


Venue Upper Galoot Picnic Area
Starts Tue Oct 28 2025, 4:00pm MDT
Ends Tue Oct 28 2025, 5:30pm MDT

MEMBERS REGISTER:
www.FriendsOfSnowCanyon.org

STELLAR STAR PARTY Bring a blanket and bundle up under the stars for a constellation tour led by Ali Holland. An avid...
10/12/2025

STELLAR STAR PARTY


Bring a blanket and bundle up under the stars for a constellation tour led by Ali Holland. An avid night sky enthusiast, Ali loves everything celestial and is a wonderful teacher and interpreter. Join her on a journey through the cosmos!

Venue Upper Galoot Picnic Area

Starts Fri Oct 24 2025, 7:30pm MDT
Ends Fri Oct 24 2025, 9:00pm MDT

MEMBERS REGISTER:

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Tomorrow! Walk in and cheer the Senior Games athletes!Snow Canyon Drive through the park will be closed between 7am and...
10/07/2025

Tomorrow! Walk in and cheer the Senior Games athletes!

Snow Canyon Drive through the park will be closed between 7am and 2 pm to accommodate the Huntsman Senior Games Cycling Hill Climb. The paved Whiptail Trail will also be closed.

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OCTOBER EVENTS ! withPark Naturalist , CHEYENNE WI******ER Sunday, October 5, 2025 – Tortoise StrollJoin us for an easy ...
09/30/2025

OCTOBER EVENTS ! with
Park Naturalist , CHEYENNE WI******ER

Sunday, October 5, 2025 – Tortoise Stroll
Join us for an easy walk to learn about and potentially spot desert tortoises! 5:00pm – 6:30pm. *Registration required*

Friday, October 10, 2025 – Desert Homes
Take a moderate trail to learn about how animals live in the arid desert. 9:00am – 11:00am. *Registration required*

Saturday, October 11, 2025 – Secret Life of Lichens
What is a lichen? How do they live here? Come learn about what makes these organisms special. 9:00am – 11:00am. *Registration required*

Sunday, October 12, 2025 – Nature Sketch
Grab your sketch book and join rangers on an easy walk to admire the beauty of the park! 12:00pm – 1:00pm. *Registration required*

Friday, October 17, 2025 – Stellar Star Party
Upper Galoot Picnic Area. 8:00pm-9:30am. Bring a blanket and chair to join us in exploring the night sky! Red light flashlights encouraged.

Sunday, October 19, 2025 – Bats of Snow Canyon
Bust some myths about these wonderful creatures during spooky season! 9:00am – 11:00am. *Registration required*
Friday, October 24, 2025 – Desert Homes

Take a moderate trail to learn about how animals live in the arid desert. 9:00am – 11:00am. *Registration required*
Saturday, October 25, 2025 – BYOC Sunrise Hike

Bring Your Own Coffee! Enjoy the sunrise and walk with a ranger. 7:30am – 8:30am. *Registration required*

All listed events are free and open to the public. Space is limited; registration required unless the event location is given in the program description. Program registration is held two days preceding the scheduled event. Register by phone or in person. For more information or to register for a program, contact park staff at the Snow Canyon Visitor Center: (435) 628-2255.

www.FriendsOfSnowCanyon.org

An Evening with CHEYENNE WI******ER,Park Naturalist Please join us for our first event of the season: International Obse...
09/29/2025

An Evening with
CHEYENNE WI******ER,
Park Naturalist

Please join us for our first event of the season:
International Observe the Moon Night!

Saturday October 4th, 8:00pm - 9:30pm.
Snow Canyon Scenic Overlook

Bring a chair and get cozy to gaze at the moon and learn about its geology!

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Ivins, UT
84738

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Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 10pm
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