Far from the crowds, this corner of Canyonlands is a maze of sandstone towers, hidden canyons, and sweeping desert views. This is the Needles District, near Monticello, Utah (basically in the middle of nowhere), and is about 1.5 hours from the more popular Island in the Sky district. Chesler Park is the most popular hike…
This district is one of the most off-the-beaten-path spots in US National Parks, but it’s packed full of beauty… If you are looking for a National Park that is under the radar, Canyonlands is absolutely one you should consider. And even within Canyonlands, the Needles District is a total hidden gem. Canyonlands surrounds the joining…
Moab, Utah is an area of natural beauty that can compete with anywhere on earth. Not only is it a stone’s throw from two national parks (Arches and Canyonlands), it also has arches, the picturesque Colorado River, canyons, off-roading options, and hiking galore. One of the best hikes to do near Moab is Fisher Towers,…
Arches National Park is famous for its striking red rock landscapes and more than 2,000 natural arches scattered throughout its boundaries. While most visitors stick to the main trails and well-known formations like Delicate Arch or Landscape Arch, there are plenty of lesser-known spots hiding in plain sight. I’ve visited Arches three times now, and…
Utah’s oft-forgotten national park is filled with soaring mountains, steep canyons, colorful rock formations, historic buildings, and some truly fantastic hikes. Capitol Reef is one of the least visited national parks in Utah – but it shouldn’t be. There are SO many incredible sites here! The park was established to protect the Waterpocket Fold, a…
Sulphur Creek is probably my favorite hike in the Fruita District of Capitol Reef National Park (at the very least, it’s tied for first with Cassidy Arch). We loved this exciting, adventurous trail that took us through deep canyons with fiery orange walls, passing 3 different waterfalls as we walked next to or in the…
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…
Tucked away in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park is an exciting hike to one of the most insanely epic arches in the entire state of Utah. Yes, I’ve done Delicate Arch. Yes, Druid Arch *might* even be better (but really, it’s not a competition—they’re both amazing!) Canyonlands is the least visited National Park…
Moab is best known as the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, but the adventure doesn’t stop at the park boundaries. This region of Utah is packed with incredible hikes that rival anything you’ll find in the national parks—without the crowds or permits. Just outside town, you’ll find stunning canyons, towering rock formations, and…
Utah’s landscapes have a way of making my soul feel alive. There’s just something about the red rock, the towering cliffs, and the deep, winding canyons that pulls me in every time. The contrast of blue sky against rust-colored stone, the way the light shifts across the desert, and the sheer scale of these formations—it’s…