Delicate Arch is the most iconic landmark in Arches National Park, and for good reason. Standing alone against the Utah sky, this freestanding sandstone arch has become a symbol of the American Southwest. For most, it’s a bucket-list destination for hikers from around the world. Seeing it in photos is one thing; hiking the trail…
If you’re exploring Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, Devils Garden is one stop you shouldn’t miss. We first attempted this drive in our Sprinter van, Alice, but the endless washboarding and deep sand along Hole-in-the-Rock Road forced us to turn around after mile three. This year, armed with a rental Jeep, we made it easily and…
If you’re planning a trip to Arches National Park and want one of the most adventurous and awe-filled hikes in the entire park, the Devils Garden & Primitive Trail Loop is a must. For years, this was our #1 hike in Arches—until we discovered Fiery Furnace. Now, Devil’s Garden proudly holds second place for us,…
Sometimes our best hiking recommendations come from local residents. In fact, that was exactly the case with our Colorado National Monument Loop Trail adventure. Wedding Canyon Trail to Monument Canyon Trail We hadn’t planned to stay in Grand Junction at all. But when a rock cracked our windshield on I-70, we found ourselves unexpectedly grounded…
Our climb to Angels Landing in Zion National Park is a story we laugh about. We were determined to get to the trail early and hike to the top before the crazy crowds of people arrived. Zion National Park is an incredibly busy place. On a daily basis, the park seems to welcome in more…
Natural Bridges National Monument is a unique destination in Utah that we visited and are happy we did. The day we spent there was quite enjoyable and one of the highlights of our five week road trip. Located halfway between Canyonlands and Corral Reef National Parks, the Natural Bridges Monument is off of Highway 275…
We found amazing splendor at Bryce Canyon National Park. As first time visitors, the cathedral of spires and rock formations were beyond our imagination. Bryce Canyon was the fourth of eight national parks we visited on our trip and it was unlike any of the other parks we had seen. The splendor was undeniable. Sizing…
Today, we are in the southern section of the Canyonlands National Park called the Needles. After studying the maps and reading descriptions of the hiking trails, we chose to hike Peekaboo Trail at Canyonlands. As it turned out, this is one of the best hikes in the park according to people we spoke to. The…
This is our first trip to Utah to visit the Fabulous 5 National Parks and many of their state parks. Arches National Park was our first stop. It is an amazing place. Even though we took several pictures, it is hard to capture the size, beauty, and magnitude of these arches. We arrived early on…
