Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area, National Heritage Area in central Utah, United States.

The Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area follows a 400-mile corridor along U.S. Highway 89, Utah State Route 24 and Utah State Route 12, an All American Road. It is divided into five districts: the Boulder Loop, the Headwaters, Little Denmark, Sevier Valley and Under the Rim. Each district has its own landmarks, from Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks to the Manti Temple.

Congress designated this area in 2006 to preserve the settlement history that began in the 1800s with arrivals from various countries. The marked routes follow the paths that these early settlers traveled during their journey westward.

The area displays the heritage of Mormon settlers, Native Americans, and Scandinavian immigrants through its museums and local celebrations. Visitors can see these different influences reflected in the monuments and buildings scattered throughout the region.

The best time to explore is during spring and fall months when weather is mild and roads are easily accessible. Visitors should rent a car and plan to spend several days since the sites are spread far apart.

The Boulder Loop district holds Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument and Anasazi State Park within one stretch of the route. The Under the Rim district in Kane County contains Zion National Park, which draws 3.5 million visitors a year.