Local Attractions

near the stardust

  • Two people walk through snowy forest, surrounded by tall aspen trees, with a backdrop of snow-covered pine trees and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

    Explore the outdoors

    Not into the water? Head for the hills and enjoy hiking and ATV trails, snow shoes & sledding - all in that clean alpine air. You know you won’t miss the Utah air inversion!

  • A camera mounted on a tripod set up by a lakeside, with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.

    FREQUENT WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS

    Deer, elk, moose & marmot - you might be lucky enough to see them all

  • A young kingfisher bird perched on a thin branch, with a spiky crest of feathers and a long, sharp beak, against a blurred background of brown and orange foliage.

    Birdwatching

    Scofield is your mecca for this (pretty much 1000% mandatory) post menopausal activity. I don’t make the rules - take it up with Mother Nature!

  • Two people paddleboarding on a lake with mountains in the background during sunny weather.

    Outdoor Fun & Lake Access

    Dive into adventure at Scofield Reservoir, a high-altitude lake perfect for swimming, boating (launch at the state park), paddleboarding and kayaking. The lake was recently designated a Utah Blue Ribbon Fishery and offers pristine water, year-round angling & all the rainbow, cutthroat & tiger trout you can catch (with a license, of course)

  • Petroglyphs of animals and geometric shapes carved into a red rock cliff at Grand Canyon

    Visit Nine Mile Canyon

    Up for a road trip? Often referred to as the "world's longest art gallery," this canyon features extensive Native American rock art and petroglyphs. Just 2 short hours from The Stardust and close to historic Helper City.

  • Blue sky with full moon, view of a hillside, and an ornate arch sign reading 'GERMETERY' with decorative ironwork.

    See Scofield's historic Cemetery

    A quiet hillside, a forgotten chapter. Scofield’s historic cemetery marks the 1900 mine disaster that changed everything. Heavy history, hauntingly beautiful views.

  • An empty outdoor tennis court with a net, surrounded by a black chain-link fence, with hilly terrain and a few houses in the background under a clear blue sky.

    Outdoor Amenities

    Take advantage of our tennis & pickleball courts. BBQs, badminton & basketball is also available.

  • Aerial view of a golf course with green fairways, surrounded by trees, and a few houses in the distance under a clear sky.

    Love to Golf?

    If your idea of quiet luxury is a slow morning on the green, Carbon County Golf Course delivers—open skies, calm fairways, zero stress. 45 Min drive from the cabin.

  • Brick building with a vintage sign advertising a hotel with rooms for 50 cents and up, and a large advertisement for Orange Crush soda with a bottle illustration and a price of 5 cents, alongside a vertical blue neon sign reading 'HELPER CITY' and a blue vertical banner for the Helper Arts & Music Festival.

    Historic Helper, Utah

    A restored mining town turned arts hub - full of galleries, cafes, an a lively First Friday Street Fair. There’s also a yearly arts festival!

    Stroll through historic Main Street to appreciate early 20th-century architecture, visit antique shops, and dine at local eateries like the Balanced Rock Eatery and Pub.

  • A brick building with a sign that says 'MUSEUM' and a red awning over an entrance, with an American flag on a flagpole in front, under a clear blue sky.

    The Helper Museum

    This museum showcases the rich history of mining and railroads in the region, offering insights into the area's industrial past.