On our Utah road trips, we almost always roll into Moab late in the day. After a long drive, we’re not quite ready to dive into a big hike, but we are itching to get into the park. That’s when we head straight for Park Avenue. It’s become a tradition for us: check into our…
If there’s one hike that defines Arches National Park, it’s the trail to Delicate Arch. This freestanding natural arch is the park’s crown jewel and easily one of the most recognizable landmarks in the state of Utah. It was even featured on the Utah license plate for years. (We wish they’d bring that back.) Hiking…
At first glance, it doesn’t look like much, just a thin crack in the desert floor outside of Page, Arizona. But follow a steep staircase down into that narrow gap and you’ll find yourself in a world of swirling sandstone, sculpted by water and time. This is Lower Antelope Canyon, a slot canyon that feels…
Goblin Valley State Park is one of Utah’s most unusual and fascinating destinations. Located near the San Rafael Swell in the southern part of the state, the park is known for its thousands of strange rock formations called “goblins.” These mushroom-shaped sandstone features cover a wide area and create a landscape that looks like something…
Traveling through the Navajo Nation offers visitors a chance to experience some of the most culturally rich and visually striking destinations in the American Southwest. We cannot overstate the spiritual significance of these places and always consider it a privilege when visiting them. In this post, we highlight three of our favorite sites: Navajo National…
On a recent spur-of-the-moment trip to Utah, we finally checked something big off our list—Rainbow Bridge National Monument. And by big, we mean one of the largest natural bridges in the world—nearly as tall as the Statue of Liberty! This remote and sacred place has been on our bucket list for over a decade, but…
Escape winter on this road trip through four stunning national parks! Start in Las Vegas and head to the warmer climates of the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Saguaro, Joshua Tree, and Death Valley. With scenic hikes, sunny landscapes, and mild weather, this loop is the perfect way to trade snow for adventure.