USU Eastern Outdoor Recreation plans annual spring break trip
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Students looking for an off campus spring break activity can explore Utah’s desert landscape as Utah State University Eastern’s Outdoor Recreation team has planned a day trip to Goblin Valley State Park on Monday, March 9.
The trip will take students from the USU Eastern campus to Goblin Valley State Park, located about 75 miles southwest of campus, roughly a 90-minute drive. Transportation will be provided for students attending the trip, allowing participants to experience one of Utah’s most recognizable landscapes without having to make their own travel arrangements.
Goblin Valley State Park is known for its thousands of mushroom-shaped sandstone formations called hoodoos. Formed through millions of years of wind and water erosion, the unusual rock structures give the valley an almost otherworldly appearance and make the park a popular destination for hiking, photography, and exploration.
Located near Hanksville, the park sits within the Colorado Plateau, a region famous for its red rock landscapes and dramatic desert terrain. The surrounding area includes narrow slot canyons, sweeping desert views, and rugged sandstone cliffs that attract visitors from across the state.
The leaders from Outdoor Recreation say that trips like this help connect students with the natural landscapes surrounding eastern Utah, and it encourages students to spend time outdoors beyond the classroom. For students attending USU Eastern, Goblin Valley is close enough for a day trip while still offering scenery very different from the environment around Price.
The excursion is organized by the Outdoor Recreation leadership group, which plans one free trip each semester for students. The Goblin Valley visit serves as the group’s spring semester outing, providing an opportunity for students to explore a nearby destination during the break.
Interest in the trip filled quickly, and the registration form has already closed after reaching capacity. Limited spots and included transportation made the event a popular option for students searching for something to do during spring break.
For students staying on campus during the break, the trip highlights how some of the state’s most distinctive landscapes are only a short drive from campus. Programs like Outdoor Recreation continue to offer students opportunities to explore the region while building community outside the classroom.
