National parks are some of the most incredible places to hike in the United States, but not every trail has to be an intense, all-day trek. Some of the best hikes in the national parks are short, easy, and still packed with amazing scenery—whether it’s a dramatic arch in the desert, a peaceful forest trail,…
If you’re searching for yet another fun hike to do in Sedona, look no further – Bell Rock is such an exciting and adventurous trail to explore. Located near Courthouse Butte, this prominent mountain in Sedona is a scramble up to craggy cliffs and overlooks. Bell Rock ended up being a top 5 trail for…
Canyonlands National Park is one of the most unique and awe-inspiring landscapes in the United States. Located in southeast Utah, close to Arches National Park and not far from Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park, this desert park offers visitors the opportunity to explore dramatic canyons, towering mesas, and iconic sandstone formations…
Saguaro National Park is an awe-inspiring park filled with the magnificent saguaro cacti – the tall, “stereotypical” cactus that lives 150 years and can grow to be 12 feet tall! These cacti, found only in the Sonoran Desert, are such an incredible sight, and spending 1-2 days in Saguaro exploring the park, hiking the trails,…
Thinking about spending one day in Petrified Forest National Park? Read on for my detailed guide of what to see and do. For me, Petrified Forest National Park is the literal definition of a hidden gem (in more ways than one!). First off, it truly does feel actually hidden. It’s located off of I-40 in…
Sedona is a nature lover’s paradise, as the town is surrounded by dozens of scraggly red mountains and interesting rock formations. As someone who adores red rocks and hiking, I was basically in heaven in Sedona. This is a special place! This 5-day Sedona itinerary is designed for people who primarily want to do a…
Visiting Petrified Forest National Park is a delightful surprise, as the park is full of colorful striated badlands hills, ancient petroglyphs, and the largest concentration of petrified wood in the world. For me personally, I was just so taken back by how beautiful the scenery was in Petrified Forest. Given the name and the location…
Sedona is an outdoor lover’s paradise – you can admire the beautiful red rock formations all around town, and you could spend weeks exploring the seemingly numberless trails. Beyond the trails, Sedona is a very cute city, with a charming downtown filled with local boutiques and restaurants and an interesting art scene. Because of this,…
Saguaro National Park is located just outside of Tucson, in the very southern part of Arizona. This national park was the first one designated to protect a plant – the saguaro cactus. Saguaros (pronounced suh-wahr-oh) are the most “stereotypical” cactus – it’s what you imagine when you hear the word “cactus” or imagine a Wild…