Spend your Spring Break with UConn Rec visiting Utah’s Five National Parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, and Zion. This week-long adventure features desert canyons, slot canyons, and sandstone views.
No prior outdoor experience is required. Our staff will provide instruction on hiking techniques, camp setup, water treatment, cooking, and general backcountry skills during pre-trip meetings and throughout the trip. P
Participants should be prepared for physically active days. Accommodations include primarily front-country camping, with some nights in lodging. Expect limited access to running water, electricity, or restrooms at times.
Sign-Up on the UConn Rec app or website
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meetings:
February 17 & March 3, 2026
What’s Included:
• Ground transportation
• Park fees, permits, and camping reservations
• Instruction and group gear (tents, stoves, cook sets, water treatment, etc.)
• Activity equipment (trekking poles, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, headlamp)
For more information, contact: UConn Outdoors at outdoors@uconn.edu