New Harmony

We lived in the peaceful little hamlet of New Harmony this past year. While I wont miss the 1/2 hour commute to Cedar City everyday, I will miss the incredible Kolob sunsets and quick access to the northern part of Zion National Park.

The sun sets on the Kolob Fingers of Zion National Park.  This is right from the back porch.

The Middle and south Forks of Zion's Taylor Creek is one our favorite hikes with the kids.

The Kolob Scenic Drive. Just minutes off of I-15.

Gustive Larson completed his cabin in 1931 near the confluence of the North and Middle Forks of Taylor Creek. But by 1937, the government claimed the entire area (including Gustive's homestead) part of the Kolob National Monument. The area was incorporated into Zion National Park in 1956.

The trails in LaVerkin Creek and Hop Valley became my favorite running routes while living in New Harmony. It's only a 15-minute drive to the Lee Pass trailhead.

Delightful Hop Valley singletrack.

Cool stream crossings keep things lively in Zion's Hop Valley.

LaVerkin Creek morning.

A rare heavy snow-fall blankets the Red Reef and Orson Adams house at Harrisburg -- about 20 miles south of New Harmony.