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Moab Utah is another part of eastern Utah known for its dramatic scenery. But that wasn’t always the case. Moab’s economy was originally based on agriculture but gradually shifted to mining, particularly uranium. As the cold war ended, the diminished need for uranium resulted in closed mines and empty houses. But then came the tourists. […]
Butts, mesas, red rocks. The Utah monument corner region in southeastern Utah has it all. It s numerous state parks and national monuments in the area are well worth a visit. Come explore with us the ones that we did visit. Goosenecks State Park Goosenecks State Park provides a viewpoint where you can see an […]
What’s not to love about southern Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park and its red rocks, pink cliffs, endless horseshoe-like canyons, and its iconic, multi-colored hoodoos. It is definitely a feast for the eyes. Bryce Canyon, like most U.S. National Parks, offers many ways to explore nature. Stop at one of the many road-side vista points. […]
Sedona Arizona is one of the most beautiful areas of the country. Its magnificent scenery makes this one of our favorite spots in the world for hiking. Here are 8 fabulous Sedona hikes. Beautiful Sedona Hiking Trails West Fork Trail at Oak Creek Canyon The trailhead is about 10.5 miles north of Sedona along Oak […]
Sprinkle ferrous oxide into basalt, limestone, and sandstone, mix with wind and water, add some earth uplifts and you have Sedona Arizona’s beautiful red rock formations. While we enjoy hiking to experience the beauty, one can also get fabulous scenery from the road or by stopping at sites. Here are some of what we …
The Mojave and the Colorado desert ecosystems come together in California’s south-eastern Joshua Tree National Park. The park is huge–slightly larger than the state of Rhode Island. Whether you like hiking, camping, rock climbing, biking, birding, horseback riding or just enjoying nature, the park has a lot to offer. The park has several entrances and […]