19 South Main Street
Helper, UT

Loved by locals, this fiberglass Big John statue has been standing proud in front of the Helper City Library since the 1960s. Named after the Jimmy Dean song “Big Bad John,” this landmark is an unofficial memorial to the many miners that lost their lives in the local mines. The statue was made from a mold of Paul Bunyan, but a miner’s pick was substituted for the traditional axe held by the iconic figure. Although you can get a good view of this giant from driving down Main Street, there’s plenty of parallel parking available, so stop by and hop out for the photo op.