Utah, a Rocky Mountain state of the western United States. It is bordered by Idaho and Wyoming to the north, Colorado on the east, Arizona to the south, Nevada on the west and touches New Mexico in the south east at the "Four Corners". Area, 84,916 sq mi (219,932 sq km), including 2,577 sq mi (6,674 sq km) of inland water surface. Pop.(2000) 2,233,169, a 29.6% increase since the 1990 census. Capital and largest city, Salt Lake City. Motto, Industry. State bird,seagull. State flower, sego lily. State tree, blue spruce.  Cultivated land, including isolated farms in river valleys and considerable dry-farming acreage, is limited to a small percentage of the state's total area. Major crops are hay, corn, barley, and wheat, but the bulk of income from agriculture comes from livestock and livestock products, including sheep, cattle, dairying, and an expanding poultry industry. Abundant sunshine provides some compensation for inadequate rainfall, and the climate is generally moderate, allowing for substantial fruit production. For many years high freight rates and the long distances to major markets, together with a Mormon distrust of industrialization, tended to discourage manufacturing. However, the establishment of defense plants and military installations during World War II spurred phenomenal industrial growth. The proximity of high-grade iron, coal, and limestone made Provo a steel center. Industrial plants extend from Provo to Brigham City, with the largest concentration in the Salt Lake City area. Utah is now a center for aerospace research and the production of missiles, spacecraft, computer hardware and software, electronic systems, and related items. Other major manufactures are processed foods, machinery, fabricated metals, and petroleum products.  Tourism has become increasingly important to the state's economy. In addition to the five national parks and seven national monuments, ski resorts, particularly in the Wasatch Range, are popular destinations. Since 1984, Park City has hosted the annual Sundance Film Festival. The communities of Brian Head, Cedar City & Parowan are the heart of southwest Utah.  Everything you want in a “no hassle” vacation can be found by utilizing our perfect, centralized location.  Find solitude and relaxation, world class culture, stunning national parks, family friendly activities and fun outdoor adventures.  Brian Head Resort  is rated one of America’s best ski values with no crowds, family friendly amenities and affordable prices. Brian Head’s winter adventures also include snowtubing, Cedar Breaks snowmobile tours, sleigh rides, cross country skiing and full service day spa. Summer and fall, Brian Head has 200 miles of downhill mountain bike trails through the Dixie National Forest  plus ATV tours, trails rides, and free concerts.  Utilize our interactive recreation map  to find out more info on Southern Utah’s fabulous outdoor adventure areas.   *Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, Copyright (c) 2003