Goblin Paradise A web search for the word Goblin shows the following: "A goblin is a monstrous creature that appears in the folklore of multiple European cultures, first attested in stories from the Middle Ages. They are ascribed various and conflicting abilities, temperaments and appearances depending on the story and country of origin." If there is any place on Earth where you are likely to find a Goblin, it must be here; at the Goblin Valley State Park in Utah. Its surreal shapes and forms were chosen as the perfect location for filming the movie Galaxy Quest. Those familiar with the movie will be surprised to find out that this place is real and can be visited in Utah. No need to travel to another planet.