Tucked away in the southeast corner of Utah, far from the famous national parks, is an oft-overlooked valley that looks straight out of a wild west movie… Visiting Valley of the Gods in southern Utah is like stepping into another world, where towering sandstone formations stand tall against the clear, blue sky. Valley of the…
We love Arches National Park, and in a state full of incredible rock formations, Arches holds its own with the top sites and locations. We’ve visited Arches several times and done all the hiking trails in the park, and Devil’s Garden really can’t be missed. The Devil’s Garden trail is one of the top hikes…
Hiking in the Narrows in Zion, with the tall, red walls of the canyon towering over you, is absolute bucket list material. But what most people don’t know is that there’s another, very similar hike in another Utah national park, with a fraction of the crowds. The hike? Sulphur Creek, and it’s probably my favorite…
I’ve traveled to 27 countries (and counting!) and so I don’t make this statement lightly: the Southwest region of the United States is one of the most spectacular places in the entire world. I love love LOVE the fiery red rocks, deep canyons, unique formations, and soaring mountain peaks. Northern Arizona in particular is a…
Moonscape Overlook is one of those unforgettable panoramas in southern Utah, the kind that takes your breath away with just how spectacular and unique Mother Nature can be. It’s a delightful little spot to discover, and while it’s certainly not totally unknown, there are far fewer visitors than the nearby national parks. Let’s discuss how…
Rugged, sculpted by erosion, and strangely beautiful, this is one of my favorite national parks that is often overlooked by travelers…. In my opinion, Badlands National Park is one of THE most underrated national parks in the United States. It has just absolutely incredible scenery and expansive vistas, yet relatively few visitors, making it a…
Tall spindly hoodoos and bright orange cliffs make this one of my favorite national parks in the USA… I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – Bryce Canyon National Park is one of the most unique and captivating parks in the United States. Bryce Canyon is renowned for its hoodoos – tall, slender,…
Utah is famous for its natural arches, and while Arches National Park gets most of the attention (with good reason), there are tons of jaw-dropping arches outside the park boundaries as well. Arches are one of the most unique and rare rock formations in nature, as they require just the right mix of geologic conditions…
Many people who visit Death Valley stop at Zabriskie Point, admire the sweeping badlands landscape for a few minutes, and then move on. But one of the best hikes in the park begins right below the overlook, taking you into the maze of colorful ridges and winding canyons that make this area so famous. There…