Encouraging women to try adventurous travel
The Narrows Hike in Zion National Park is probably one of the most unique hikes I’ve ever been on. You’ve definitely seen pictures, but to recount, it is a hike in Zion along the Virgin River between canyon walls that are over a thousand feet …
We went to Zion in hopes of hiking Angel’s Landing and the Narrows. However, with the closure of Angel’s Landing (check conditions before you go), we decided to try out the Hidden Canyon Trail and LOVED IT! This trail has surprises, so it is aptly …
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is absolutely enormous. It is the size of Delaware and sits in Southern Utah next to Bryce Canyon National Park. I will refer to it in this post as Escalante National Monument. The Bureau of Land Management maintains the monument, making …
Kodachrome Basin is a sweet little state park that sees much less traffic than nearby national parks and has a mysterious past. We decided to dip into Kodachrome Basin while driving back from Escalante National Monument to our campground in Bryce Canyon National Park. To …
In comparison to nearby national parks and monuments, Bryce Canyon National Park is petite, yet packs in unique geological formations and views. Being at a higher elevation, camping in Bryce Canyon is comfortable and cool – even cold at night! It also tends to be …
The Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park has a very apt name with a series of warm pinkish sand dunes to frolic and explore. It is a lesser visited park in the southern Utah area, but can be a nice reprieve from the crowded National …
I remember looking at the map of the United States when I was in third or fourth grade and totally amazed that there is only one spot in the entire country where four states touch. I imagined a tiny plaque in the middle of the …
Canyonlands is the lesser visited sister to Arches National Park. Both are located in Utah, north of Moab and show the dynamic range of results that erosion has on the desert environment. I’ll be honest and say that if I only had one day in …
As a mountain biking and National Park destination, you may not think of Moab as place for wine tasting. Especially with the amount laws related to alcohol in Utah! We learned the laws the hard way the first night, when browsing the grocery store for …
Aptly named, Arches National Park has an array of surprising and stunning natural formations to view. As you leave Delicate Arch after sunrise, head to the other incredible Arches in Arches National Park when the crowds are focused on heading straight for Delicate Arch. We …
During our trip to Utah, I wanted to include a day-long activity. I looked into whitewater rafting (will HAVE to do next time we visit) and longer hikes. The problem with longer hikes in the middle of summer is the amount of gear required and …
We almost didn’t go to Monument Valley, while visiting Utah, but boy and I am happy we made the trip. On the drive in, you begin seeing the enormous sandstone buttes in the distance. As you get closer, you try to find the spot Forest …
Dead Horse Point State Park has one spectacular view of a U-shaped bend in the Colorado River, surrounded by red canyon walls. Beyond this viewpoint, I believe the main attractions are pet-friendly trails and mountain biking. In National Parks, mountain biking is generally not allowed, …
Delicate Arch is a stunning piece of art in its own right. Delicate Arch at sunrise will actually knock your socks off. Yes, it’s still dark when you wake up. Yes, the trailhead is deep into Arches National Park. And yes, it’s a mile or …