Must-see shopping in Utah

  • Willow Canyon Outdoor

    Kanab

    It's easy to spend hours sipping espresso and perusing the eclectic books here. Before you leave, outfit yourself with field guides, camping gear, US…

  • Unhinged

    Salt Lake City

    Locally made and up-cycled products are the focus of this boutique, a designer yard sale if ever there was one. Stocks men's and women's clothing, oddball…

  • LaFave Gallery

    Springdale

    Large collection of ceramics, jewelry, sculpture and paintings, but pride of place here goes to the work of local photographer David Pettit. Also sells…

  • Gear Heads Outdoor Store

    Moab

    Stock up on all the outdoor gear you need, including climbing supplies, route guides, books and free water-jug refills. The knowledgeable staff are quite…

  • Ken Sanders Rare Books

    Salt Lake City

    Atmospheric antiquarian shop specializing in Western authors. Has a good selection of Edward Abbey books and sells maps, art and postcards as well.

  • Sam Weller Books

    Salt Lake City

    The city's biggest and best independent bookstore with shelves on two floors lined with new, used and praiseworthy rare books.

  • Desert Rat Outdoor Store

    St George

    This outdoor store will outfit you for any activity and provide area advice. Also sells all the gear you might need.

  • Back of Beyond Books

    Moab

    Excellent indie bookstore with extensive regional and natural history selection and topographic maps.

  • Denny’s Wigwam

    Kanab

    For all kinds of cowboy gear, as well as Native American pottery, jewelry and rugs. Dress up in old-fashioned duds and get your photo taken, or pick up…

  • Hunt's Trading Post

    Southeastern Utah

    Sells hand-crafted jewelry and rugs, Native American tribal music (long live the compact disc!) and books on Navajo teachings. Good spot to chat with…

  • City Creek Center

    Salt Lake City

    Inaugurated in 2012, this LDS-funded, 20-acre shopping center has fountains, restaurants, a creek stocked with trout and retail area with a retractable…

  • Trolley Square

    Salt Lake City

    With an artful brick facade, this upscale shopping center is home to clothing and fitness boutiques, an enormous book store and a Whole Foods supermarket.

  • Terry's Camera Trading Company

    Kanab

    Open when it's open, this little ye-olde camera store sells film, cards and equipment and boasts an impressive collection of antique cameras. Phone ahead.

  • REI

    Salt Lake City

    Rents and sells camping equipment, climbing shoes, kayaks and most winter-sports gear. It also stocks a great selection of maps and activity guides.

  • Kayenta Art Village

    St George

    Galleries and gift shops sell locally produced arts and crafts in a small open-air village. There's also a performing-arts center.

  • King's English Bookshop

    Salt Lake City

    An indie bookstore that attracts high-caliber authors for readings. There's a great children's section and nice gifts too.

  • Georg's Ski & Bike Shop

    Southwestern Utah

    Georg’s Ski & Bike Shop, by the bridge, sells and rents clothing, mountain bikes, cross-country skis and sleds.

  • WabiSabi

    Moab

    Hit this large nonprofit thrift store to pick up second-hand clothing, affordable camping gear and used books.

  • General Store

    Wasatch Mountains

    Sells stylish high-end artisan handicrafts, home furnishings and jewelry (catalog available).

  • Black Diamond

    Salt Lake City

    Retail store for leading manufacturer of climbing and ski gear that headquarters here in SLC.

  • Outlets Park City

    Park City

    Dozens of outlets and other outdoor mall shops at the junction with I-80 (exit 145).

  • Desert Thread

    Moab

    Pick up a gorgeous hand-knitted scarf or bag, or buy supplies to do it yourself.

  • Groovacious Records

    Southwestern Utah

    The local music store (with awesome vinyl) hosts concerts and other events.

  • Fort Zion

    Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks

    Sells homemade fudge, ice cream and every Western knickknack known to the free world. Also has old frontier shopfronts perfect for a photo op.

  • 15th Street Gallery

    Salt Lake City

    A tasteful modern gallery showing local art, with original jewelry that won't break the bank.

  • Gateway Mall

    Salt Lake City

    Downtown major-label shopping mall with a movie theater, escape room and children's museum.

  • Trading Post

    Southeastern Utah

    Sells Navajo crafts, beer and books. Winter hours vary.