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Photos: 11 Top Must-See Destinations in Utah

Teeming with natural beauty, Utah has plenty of places to see and things to do.

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UTAH — Planning a trip out West? Don't miss these destinations. Teeming with natural beauty from the desert to the canyons, Utah is perfect for an adventure or a relaxing vacation.

See below for photos of the best must-see spots in the Beehive State:

Salt Lake City

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Check out Utah's capital, Salt Lake City, the most populous city in the state. (Shutterstock)

Bryce Canyon National Park

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Hike through Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its bright-red rock formations. (Shutterstock)

Mount Zion National Park

Mount Zion National Park is a perfect place for a long drive or hike. (Shutterstock)

Arches National Park

Bordering the Colorado River, Arches National Park has unique natural rock formations. (Shutterstock)

Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands is a must-see national park in Utah, with colorful and unique rocks making for a dazzling landscape. (Shutterstock)

Moab

Visit Moab, a community popular among tourists for its biking paths and desert access. (Shutterstock)

Coral Pink Sand Dunes

The Coral Pink Sand Dunes are famous for their gorgeous views of the colorful dunes. (Shutterstock)

Kodachrome Basin

Colorful, multi-hued rock structures have made Kodachrome Basin State Park a popular place to visit. (Shutterstock)

Ogden

The city of Ogden is a gateway to excellent ski resorts north of Salt Lake City. (Shutterstock)

Bonneville Salt Flats

The Bonneville Salt Flats are renowned for their ethereal landscape. (Shutterstock)

Great Salt Lake

The Great Salt Lake, the namesake for Salt Lake City, is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. (Shutterstock)

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