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How To Hike to Corona Arch (Don’t Miss This Trail in Moab, Utah!)
We recently took a road trip down to Arizona to visit my mother-in-law and decided to take the longer scenic route through Moab, Utah. This allowed us to hike a trail that's been on our list for a long time - Corona Arch! โ Despite all the times we'd been in Moab before, we had somehow never hiked...
Big Bend National Park: 1-Day Itinerary of the Best Things To Do at Big Bend (Texas)
So you want to visit Big Bend National Park in Texas, but youโre short on time and only have 1 day to spend there? Youโre in luck! This post will give you the perfect 1-Day Big Bend Itinerary. Back in 2015 when we were visiting Capitol Reef National Park in Utah, we were eating at a restaurant...
How To Visit the Mind-Blowing Rifle Falls State Park (Colorado): Everything You Need to Know
Do you like chasing waterfalls and are planning a Colorado vacation? Then youโve gotta see Rifle Falls, one of the best waterfalls in Colorado! We had seen photos of Rifle Falls and were going to be in the area. So we figured it was worth visiting Rifle Falls State Park where the falls are...
Best Hiking Gear for Beginner Hikers: Everything You Need for a Day Hike
Are you thinking of heading out for a hike but youโre wondering what the best hiking gear for beginners is that you should bring along? Hitting the trails for a day hike is one of the best ways to escape to the outdoors and enjoy nature while getting some exercise in....
The Best Gifts for Hikers That They’ll Actually Use
Are you looking for the best gifts for hikers? If you have family or friends in your life who are obsessed with hiking and youโre wondering what would be the perfect gift for them, youโre in the right place! I donโt know about you, but the struggle is real for me when it comes to...
Capitol Reef National Park in Utah: 1-Day Itinerary of the Best Things To Do
Have you heard of Capitol Reef and wondered if itโs worth visiting? The lesser-known Capitol Reef National Park in Utah is the least-visited of Utahโs Mighty 5 National Parks. But itโs still a sight to see and deserves some exploration! Capitol Reef National Park surrounds the Waterpocket Fold, a...
Canyonlands National Park in Utah: 1-Day Itinerary of the Best Things To Do
Canyonlandsโฆ sounds like an amusement park, doesnโt it? Well, it could be considered a type of natural amusement park for outdoor lovers. Canyonlands National Park in Utah has plenty to do including hiking, a scenic drive, and amazing overlooks of the canyon created by the Colorado River below....
Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah: 1-Day Itinerary of the Best Things To Do
Hoodoos... You might be asking what they are. But the more important question is where they are. Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah is full of them! Why should you care? Because aside from having a silly name thatโs fun to say, hoodoos are just plain awesome! And you should definitely see...
Arches National Park in Utah: 2-Day Itinerary of the Best Things To Do
Massive, wide, thin, tall, towering, hidden - all words that can be used to describe the many arches of Arches National Park in Utah. With the largest concentration of natural stone arches in the world (over 2,000), Arches National Park will blow your mind! Youโre sure to be impressed with the...
Top 5 Best Hikes in Sedona, AZ You Won’t Want to Miss
Are you looking for things to do in Sedona, AZ? If youโre planning a trip to the beautiful Sedona Red Rock Country and love the outdoors, youโre in the right place! Iโm going to give you the top 5 best hikes in Sedona along with some helpful info about Sedona and hiking...
How To Hike To The Secret Birthing Cave Sedona, AZ
Are you planning a trip to Sedona, AZ and looking for the best trails to hike in Sedona Red Rock Country? Do you also like to find secret caves? Then youโre in the right place, my friend! The Birthing Cave Sedona is a hidden gem and one of Sedonaโs caves thatโs easy...
Soldier Pass Trail in Sedona: How To Hike to the Secret Cave
Planning a trip to Sedona, AZ? Your visit to Red Rock Country wonโt be complete without getting some hikes in while youโre there. And Soldier Pass Trail is a must for anyone wanting to explore Sedona! We did some truly incredible hikes in Sedona. But hiking Soldier Pass...
