Guide Notes:
Utah is known for ranging from snowcapped mountains to well-watered river valleys to rugged, stony deserts. Meanwhile, Utah is also known for approximately 62% of its residents claiming membership to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Fast Facts:
- Capital: Salt Lake City
- Governor: Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.
- Population: 2,233,169
- Founded: January 4, 1896
- Time zones: Mountain
- Major cities: Salt Lake City, Provo, West Valley City
- Official state items: Rocky Mountain Elk (animal), Bonneville Cutthroat Trout (fish), Sego Lily (flower), Topaz (gem)
- Nickname: Beehive State