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8 Jaw-Dropping Desert National Parks to Visit in Winter
Winter in the best time to visit some of America’s most beautiful national parks – especially the desert parks. Most often I gravitate to the forests and snowcapped peaks of America’s mountainous national parks but every once in awhile I find myself in a desert park that completely blows my mind. The unique landscapes of the desert always leave me amazed. And for some of these parks, winter is the best time to visit due to the more mild weather conditions. So keep reading for the best desert national parks to visit in winter. Like I just mentioned, for many of these parks, winter provides much better weather conditions for…
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8 Incredible Things to do in Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef is often the most overlooked National Park in Utah, but it’s actually one of my favorite National Parks. The fact that this park is so frequently overlooked is part of the reason that it’s so special. Can you believe that many people are still unaware that this amazing national park even exists? Well, it’s true. And for now, that’s part of the reason that Capitol Reef is still the least crowded park in Utah. So if you’re looking for a spot to escape the crowds in Utah, this place will certainly deliver. While more people are learning about Capitol Reef and it’s growth in popularity, for now the…
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Utah’s Mighty 5 Ranked Best to Worst
We’ve spent the last month exploring Southern Utah and the best part of it has been the time we’ve been able to spend in Utah’s phenomenal national parks. Utah’s 5 national parks are frequently called the “Utah Mighty 5” because of their grandeur and beauty. Each one of them is unique and amazing in its own way and I highly recommend that you visit each one. Although I understand that not everyone can visit them all at once, so we’ve put together this list of Utah’s Mighty 5 ranked best to worst so you can decided which ones are best for you. The Ranking Criteria When making this list, we…
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How to Spend 36 Hours in Arches National Park
Arches National Park is located right outside of Moab, Utah. This other-worldly national park is home to over 2,000 sand stone arches – the largest concentration of arches in the world. But that’s not all you’ll see at Arches National Park. The landscapes, pinnacles, and other geological features are also worth mentioning. There is so much to see in Arches National Park, so here’s what to see if you’ve only got 36 hours to explore this natural wonder! When to Visit & Weather in Arches National Park The best seasons to visit Arches National Park are Spring & Fall for great weather. Plan to visit March-May or September-November for the…
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Everything You Need to Know About Bryce Canyon’s Fairyland Loop
I just can’t get enough of Utah’s incredible National Parks. They are each so unique and Bryce Canyon National Park is no exception. This park stands apart because it’s incredibly beautiful and unique hoodoos that rise up out of the canyon. These hoodoos are a product of erosion but are also incredibly beautiful. Hiking the Fairyland Loop trail in Bryce Canyon is a terrific way to see these incredible hoodoos up close & personal. Last weekend, we had the joy of hiking the Fairyland Loop Trail. This trail was everything we dreamt it would be & more. The entire trail was views, views, views and more views. Everywhere we looked…
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How to Secure Zion Shuttle Tickets and What To Do When You Can’t
Post Topic: Tips to Navigate the Zion Shuttle System or Skip it and Things to do Instead! Zion National Park is a wonderful place – it’s one of my favorite national parks to visit. Maybe you’re reading this post because you’re planning a trip to Zion in the near future, if that’s the case, you must know that the “main” section of the park is only available in the peak season via shuttle system. In order to protect the fragile environment and ecosystem, the park implemented a policy that in order to access the main Zion Canyon, visitors must park at the Visitor Center and take a shuttle into the…
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Biking Through Zion – The Best Way to See Zion National Park
Post Topic: Why Biking Through Zion National Park Needs to be on Your Bucket List Zion National Park is one of those “top-tier” parks that I love to visit again and again. It’s landscapes are so majestic and picturesque. Recently, Randy and I spent a Saturday biking through Zion. After the day was finished, we both agreed that it was hands-down our favorite day we’ve had on our adventure through the American West. Hiking is by far one of my favorite ways to experience America’s National Parks. But every once in a while, it’s refreshing to see the park in a different way. Biking is a great way to do…
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A Guide to Hiking Angels Landing in the Winter
Post Topic: Tips for Hiking the Exhilarating Angels Landing in the Winter Zion National Park, in Southern Utah, is some of the most spectacular landscape in the North America. This national park features red rock canyons and cliffs. Winter in Zion Canyon is usually fairly mild but may be chilly at times. Lows average in the low 30s with highs in the mid 50s. Are you planning a trip to Zion National Park? You may find this article helpful: What to do in Zion National Park without the Shuttle Are you planning a larger trip to Utah? You may also like these articles: Utah’s Mighty 5 Ranked Best to Worst…
