Starlit Ridge: The Bryce-Zion Gateway

Long Valley Junction Basecamp · Crossroads of Highway 89 & 14

Cabins, Cowboy Hot Tubs, & Dark Skies at the Midpoint

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Authentic Cowboy TubsExperience traditional wood-fired soaking under open skies
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Dark Sky & UFO LoreLocated in a renowned stargazing and mystery hotspot
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The 14 & 89 MidpointZion East Entrance (42 mi) · Bryce Canyon (40 mi)
Property Address Category Guests Description Amenities Book
Woodland View – Unit 1 2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 1
Alton, UT 84710
Condo♨️ Cowboy Tub🎮 Game Room
4
guests
Midpoint between Bryce and Zion with a wood-fired cowboy soaking tub, shared game room, and peaceful forest views. Wood-fired cowboy soaking tub · Shared game room · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchenette · Parking
Woodland Hills – Unit 2 2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 2
Alton, UT 84710
Cabin⚡ Electric Tub🎮 Game Room
8
guests
Cozy cabin with a year-round electric hot tub, shared game room, and big night skies. Year-round electric hot tub · Shared game room · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchen · Parking
Woodland Grove – Unit 3 2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 3
Alton, UT 84710
Lower-level cabin🎮 Game Room
3
guests
Lower-level cabin with extra privacy and shared game room access. A budget-friendly basecamp close to Bryce and Zion. Shared game room · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchenette · Parking
Sunrise Ridge – Unit 4 2610 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 4
Alton, UT 84710
Cabin♨️ Cowboy Tub
6
guests
Upper-level cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub and sunrise views. Private wood-fired cowboy hot tub · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchen · Parking
Sunrise Hollow – Unit 5 2610 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 5
Alton, UT 84710
Lower-level cabin♨️ Cowboy Tub
3
guests
Lower-unit cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub and a quiet forest setting. Private wood-fired cowboy hot tub · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchenette · Parking
Campfire Cove – Unit 6 2790 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 6
Alton, UT 84710
Cabin♨️ Cowboy Tub
6
guests
Cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub, campfire vibes, and a central location between Bryce and Zion. Private wood-fired cowboy hot tub · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchen · Parking
Campfire Burrow – Unit 7 2790 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 7
Alton, UT 84710
Lower-level cabin♨️ Cowboy Tub
3
guests
Lower-level cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub and cozy interiors under Utah's darkest skies. Private wood-fired cowboy hot tub · Firepit · WiFi · Kitchenette · Parking
Tents/Vans Site Starlit Ridge
Alton, UT 84710
Campsite
varies
A scenic spot for tent campers and van dwellers at the crossroads of Bryce and Zion. Low amenities · Firepit · Parking
Trailer+Campsite Starlit Ridge
Alton, UT 84710
Campsite
varies
A dedicated trailer-friendly campsite near Bryce and Zion with electrical hookup. Electrical hookup (50 amps) · Firepit · Parking
2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 1 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCondo ♨️ Cowboy Tub 🎮 Game Room
GuestsUp to 4
AboutMidpoint between Bryce and Zion with a wood-fired cowboy soaking tub, shared game room, and peaceful forest views.
2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 2 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCabin ⚡ Electric Tub 🎮 Game Room
GuestsUp to 8
AboutCozy cabin with a year-round electric hot tub, shared game room, and big night skies.
2670 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 3 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryLower-level cabin 🎮 Game Room
GuestsUp to 3
AboutLower-level cabin with extra privacy and shared game room access. Budget-friendly basecamp close to Bryce and Zion.
2610 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 4 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCabin ♨️ Cowboy Tub
GuestsUp to 6
AboutUpper-level cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub and sunrise views.
2610 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 5 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryLower-level cabin ♨️ Cowboy Tub
GuestsUp to 3
AboutLower-unit cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub and quiet forest setting.
2790 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 6 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCabin ♨️ Cowboy Tub
GuestsUp to 6
AboutCabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub, campfire vibes, and central location between Bryce and Zion.
2790 N Oak Ridge Rd, Unit 7 · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryLower-level cabin ♨️ Cowboy Tub
GuestsUp to 3
AboutLower-level cabin with a private wood-fired cowboy hot tub under Utah's darkest skies.
Tents/Vans Site
Starlit Ridge · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCampsite
AboutA scenic spot for tent campers and van dwellers at the crossroads of Bryce and Zion.
Trailer+Campsite
Starlit Ridge · Alton, UT 84710
CategoryCampsite
AboutA dedicated trailer-friendly campsite near Bryce and Zion with 50-amp electrical hookup.

Best Place to Stay Between Zion and Bryce Canyon

Long Valley Junction, UT 84710 · Distances from property

ZION NP East Entrance 42.6 mi
BRYCE CANYON 39.7 mi
STARLIT RIDGE N Oak Ridge Rd · Alton, UT 84710
KANAB 41.2 mi

Major Parks & Resorts

Bryce Canyon National Park39.7 mi
Zion National Park42.6 mi
Brian Head Resort36.5 mi
Kodachrome Basin State Park55.3 mi
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park39.5 mi
Red Canyon25.6 mi
Garfield County Hospital (Panguitch)28.1 mi

Nearby Attractions

Duck Creek Village12.5 mi
Navajo Lake19.7 mi
Belly of the Dragon25.1 mi
Mammoth Cave Lava Tubes15.4 mi
Cascade Falls Trailhead17.8 mi
Strawberry Point17.7 mi
Mount Carmel Junction24.1 mi

Our authentic Cowboy Tubs are wood-fired Cofu Heaters — you provide the fire! Plan for about 1.5 hours to fill and heat, which is the perfect time to start your BBQ, explore the property, or watch the sunset over the pines.

Tubs are only available when overnight temperatures are above freezing (approximately mid-March through mid-November). Unit 2's electric hot tub is available year-round.

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Fill the Tub
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Load firebox with wood
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Light fire & maintain
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Watch sunset while it heats
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Soak under the stars

Alton sits at approximately 7,000 feet elevation. The access road can become snowy and icy — we strongly recommend a 4WD or AWD vehicle from November through March, and chains may be required during heavy snowfall.

Wood-fired cowboy tubs are only available when overnight temperatures are above freezing (approximately mid-March through mid-November). Unit 2's electric hot tub is available year-round.

At 7,600+ feet elevation under some of Utah's darkest skies, let's just say the odds are… not zero. Alton has long been known as a hotspot for unexplained lights, unusual sightings, and things that go bump in the night sky.

Pack your tinfoil hat, keep your phone charged, and maybe don't wander too far from the cowboy tub after midnight. We can't promise a close encounter — but we can't rule one out either.

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Scan the sky from 7,600 ft
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True dark sky — zero light pollution
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Known regional sighting hotspot
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Tinfoil hat: pack it, just in case

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Starlit Ridge cabins in Alton, Utah

Starlit Ridge cabins managed by Jerny Destinations sit almost exactly between both parks — Bryce Canyon National Park is 39.7 miles away and Zion National Park is 42.6 miles away. Most guests visit both parks during a single stay.
A cowboy hot tub is an authentic wood-fired soaking tub. You fill the tub, build and maintain the fire yourself, which heats the water over (~1.5 hrs). It's a unique southern Utah experience under open skies and stars. Cowboy tubs are available mid-March through mid-November when overnight temperatures are above freezing.
Yes — Woodland Hills (Unit 2) features a year-round electric hot tub available in all seasons, including winter.
The cabins are located in Alton, Utah (also known as Long Valley Junction), at approximately 7,000 feet elevation in Kane County, southern Utah — with close proximity to Duck Creek Village.
From November through March, a 4WD or AWD vehicle is strongly recommended, as the access road can become snowy and icy. Chains may be required during heavy snowfall.
Yes. Each property offers a direct booking option through Jerny Destinations, which may offer better rates than third-party platforms.

Why Stay at Starlit Ridge

The Perfect Bryce-Zion Midpoint

Located at the scenic crossroads of Highway 89 and Highway 14, Starlit Ridge offers the ultimate basecamp for Southern Utah adventurers. Whether you are heading to the Zion East Entrance or the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park, our cabins at Long Valley Junction put you exactly 40 miles from both. Skip the crowds of Springdale and Bryce Canyon City for a high-elevation retreat with cooler summer temperatures and unparalleled peace.

Stargazing & Authentic Utah Experiences

Our properties are famous for their wood-fired cowboy soaking tubs, providing a rustic, off-grid feel with modern comforts. Situated in a recognized Dark Sky area, guests often report incredible views of the Milky Way and the occasional local UFO lore. From the game room at Woodland View to the sunrise vistas at Sunrise Ridge, Jerny Destinations provides a unique alternative to standard hotels near Alton and Hatch, Utah.