The most highly rated of Utah’s Mighty 5, Arches National Park remains the most popular park due to its impressive structures, easily accessible trails, and close proximity to Moab. The only way to beat the crowds is to visit near sunrise, or else at times, it sounds like you are in a mall, and feels […]
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Canyonlands, The Needles
For those looking for a bit of seclusion in the remote parts of Canyonlands National Park, the Needles district is a world away from the more popular and easily accessible, Island In The Sky. Heading south of Moab on highways 191 then 211, the Elephant Hill parking lot in the Needles is a decent 2-hour […]
Must-Do’s: Canyonlands Island In The Sky & Dead Horse Point State Park
Situated a mere 40 minute drive from Moab are the jaw-dropping vistas of Canyonlands’ Island In The Sky district and Dead Horse Point State Park. Both easily visited in one day and away from the masses, these two parks are truly a breath of fresh air. Heading southwest from Moab along highways 191 then 313, […]
HANKSVILLE, UTAH | FACTORY BUTTE, GOBLIN VALLEY, LEPRECHAUN CANYON
Ever wondered what to see and do on your drive between Capitol Reef, Canyonlands and Arches National Parks? Although the drive between Capitol Reef and the town of Moab (where most visitors base themselves when visiting Canyonlands and Arches National Parks) is only 2.5 hours, those with an extra night up their sleeve should definitely […]
MONUMENT VALLEY | The View Cabins
For the fourth leg of our Utah road trip – Kanab to Monument Valley – we took the alternative route through highway 89A in order to make two pitstops: Jacob Lake Inn for round two of cookies (see here), and Navajo Bridge and its Interpretive Centre, part of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Upon […]
HIKING BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK
Continuing our Utah roady just two hours northeast of Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon makes up the top of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, and is also known as the Pink Cliffs. We began the drive in the early afternoon via the tunnels and epic scenery along Zion – Mount Carmel Scenic Drive, spotting […]
HIKING ZION NATIONAL PARK | The trails, wildlife, food and accommodation
With its towering cliffs, bubbling river, abundance of wildlife and colourful foliage, autumn is the perfect time to visit Springdale and explore Zion National Park. The milder temperatures meant hiking was less a struggle (despite the clambering necessary), and we were lucky to be amongst the 2017 Plein Air Art Invitational week that showcases 24 […]