If you love exploring new country, head for Kanab, Utah in the southern part of the state and use it as a base for many days worth of incomparable hiking. The town offers quick access to Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, several state parks, stunning desert landscapes, caves, unique geologic formations, sand dunes, slot canyons, arches, hoodoos, the famous Wave hike, along with interesting desert vegetation and wildlife. Described are eight of the best hikes in the Kanab, Utah area – along with suggestions for a few more we didn’t have time for on this trip.