9 Off-The-Grid Utah Towns To Visit In 2025
Utah has long been known as an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. However, lying between the world-class ski resorts, five national parks, and awe-inspiring geography, you'll experience a Utah that flies in the face of the flashy resort towns you may recognize. With these nine off-the-grid Utah towns to visit in 2025, travelers will find rustic western main streets surrounded by unmistakable red rock formations. Across the Beehive State's lesser-known towns, visitors can take advantage of quiet camping spots under the stars, away from the five-star hotels, and get back to nature.
Plain City
Most are familiar with the state capital of Utah, Salt Lake City. But just north of the capital, off Interstate 15, lies the town of just under 8,000 residents, Plain City. This small town in Weber County does bring in visitors thanks to its proximity to the Great Salt Lake directly west. During the wintertime, you can hop across I-15 and enjoy skiing at the Ogden Nordic Ski Resort. Feel free to arrange a Great Salt Lake boat tour that will show and educate passengers about the unique sites and facts surrounding the one-of-a-kind lake. Because the town is part of the greater Ogden, Utah area, there is more shopping than you'll normally find for an off-the-grid town.
Brigham City
Nestled at the feet of mountains directly to the east sits Brigham City. This is one of the bigger towns on the list, with just under 20,000 citizens, but it still boasts a small historic main street that brings visitors each year. You can take in one of the world's largest wild bird refuges, the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, right outside of the town's limits. In the middle of town is the historic and small 100-year-old Capital Theater, where only two screens are available. Speaking of history, don't forget to check out the Box Elder Stake Tabernacle, where you can appreciate the architecture.
Monticello
Monticello is a town of under 2,000 people located in the southeast portion of the state. Much like most of Utah, its strengths lie in the resources around this small town. Sitting on the edge of canyon country are the Abajo Mountains you can hike through and enjoy seasonal temperatures due to their high elevation. You can also visit nearby Bears Ears National Monument to see ruins and rock art. Take advantage of fishing at the Manti-La Sal National Forest or the Frontier Museum, where you can see the farmers' and ranchers' past pioneering lives.
Beaver
Central Utah is where you'll find a small town of 3,592 people that perfectly captures the combination of breathtaking landscapes with the eerie silence of the state's past. Beaver, Utah, is our next stop and sits below the cloud-stretching Tushar Mountains, where you can view three 12,000-foot peaks. Hikers can get a close-up look at the peaks by traversing the 23-mile Skyline National Recreation Trail. A little bit west of Beaver, you can catch a glimpse of Utah's past when you visit Frisco, a ghost town with just a few remnants remaining. If minerals are of interest, you can stop at the Mineral Mountains to collect quartz, opal, azurites, and other gems.
Bluffdale
Surrounded by the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountain Ranges sits Bluffdale, a town of 17,000 between Salt Lake City and Provo. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the skydiving nature of the area. You can visit nearby Cloud 9 Paragliding for an unforgettable experience. If you're not that keen on thrill-seeking activities, you can stop by the Mountain Point Lake and Hot Springs. Like most of Utah, Bluffdale has first-rate trails to access, like a portion of the Jordan River Parkway Trail or the South Maple Hollow Trailhead, to take advantage of beautiful hiking spots.
North Logan
If you want to see what life in a small mountain town looks like, North Logan is the perfect place for you. Sitting high in the Cache Valley with a population of 10,990, this quiet town is a mountain biking mecca. With several hiking trails nearby, it's the perfect place to take advantage. Biking isn't the only activity the area has to offer. The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest is right out your doorstep, waiting for adventure. Looking for something a little darker? Take advantage of the Providence Cave and Wind-Cave Trailhead to appreciate views not seen by many.
Delta
Located in central Utah, the town of Delta has around 3,600 residents. You'll notice when you get in town, one of the most popular activities is the Gunnison Bend Reservoir, which is free for entrance and great for skiing, boating, and enjoying the sun. For history lovers, Delta is known for its Topaz Museum and the Central Utah Relocation Center; this is one of 10 camps in the United States created for the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Delta is also a haven for people passionate about rock collecting. The Great Basin Museum houses historic objects and photos, as well as many local rocks like trilobites and rarer fossils.
Moab
The eastern side of Utah is where you'll find Moab, a town of only 5,300 people, but with a reputation as the gateway to the Arches and memorable red rock formations. This small town has the benefit of the Colorado River hugging the northern edge of town, so whitewater rafting is a popular choice for the thrill seeker in you. For those who have a prehistoric adventure in mind, you can check out the Potash Road Dinosaur Tracks and Petroglyphs southwest of town. If you are inclined to learn more about the subject, you can stop by the Museum of Moab to check out more dinosaur bones and archaeological artifacts.
Kanab
Situated in the "Grand Circle" area is the small town of Kanab, home to just under 5,000 residents. Kanab is part of the area that is surrounded by Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, and the Grand Canyon (north rim), leaving hikers and travelers no shortage of beautiful views. There's a reason they call Kanab "Little Hollywood," because the area is so scenic that many movies and TV series have been shot in the area. Another popular activity in the Kanab area is to enjoy the spectacular views by riding hot air balloons through the skies of southern Utah. One more unique site to visit is Best Friends Animal Society, which is the largest animal sanctuary in the United States.
Utah is a state that uses its natural resources and beauty to its advantage, as well as any state in America. While resort towns like Park City and Sundance may steal the spotlight, there are majestic mountain ranges, red rock formations, and unforgettable arches rising all around these nine off-the-grid Utah towns to visit in 2025. Because of the history and geography of this western, you can find the "Grand Circle" of opportunity in Kanab, dinosaur relics outside of Moab, hot springs in Bluffdale, and the Great Salt Lake outside of Plain City.
