A popular trail near Salt Lake City, Utah, is Bell Canyon. Located at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon, the trail offers amazing mountain views, and a majestic look across the Salt Lake Valley. It’s perfect for all skill levels, including families with young children. Albion Basin (Cecret Lake) is another great hiking trail, but…
Even though my wife is a Utah native, she went skiing for the first time just last year. Her biggest concern: I was her instructor. (j/k) But Cherry Peak Ski Resort in northern Utah was perfect for her first time. Friendly staff, a bunny hill and some simple green runs make it a fantastic spot…
Despite the bitter cold days of winter, thousands of people flock to Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City. The Christmas lights at Temple Square, combined with holiday concerts and events, bring holiday joy to people of all ages. The Christmas lights at Temple Square will be turned on the evening of Nov. 29 and…
The Salt Lake International Airport makes it easy for people to experience the beauty of Utah. Five National Parks, several national monuments, more than 40 state parks and countless hiking trails are within a 30-minute to six-hour drive from the airport. Here are five great day trips from Salt Lake City. And the best part…
We love hikes that allow our kids to explore. Hiking along a trail is one thing; crawling across rocks, sliding through a slot canyon or wading through water makes it… fun. Little Wild Horse Canyon near Goblin Valley State Park in Utah is great for the whole family. Little Wild Horse Canyon can be divided…
I learned about Mammoth Cave while camping at Cedar Breaks National Monument in southern Utah. We decided to drive the 16 miles to Mammoth Cave and see what the hype was all about. It was totally worth it. The kids loved it, we got out of the summer heat, and they could explore new things….
There’s something fun about packing up the family in the minivan and heading to the mountains for a vacation. After our summer vacation to Cedar Breaks National Monument in Utah, we’ve discovered a campground that has it all: hiking, open space for games, flushing toilets and most importantly (at least to my wife)… hot showers!…
As I’ve continued to explore Utah State Parks, I made a stop along I-70 to explore the Fremont Indian State Park and Museum. Just last week, my family stopped to explore the museum, take a short hike and enjoy a relaxing picnic. Here’s a rundown of what you can expect – and why you should…
July is a beautiful time to explore Albion Basin up Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon. The wildflowers are in full force, wildlife wander through the mountains, and a family hike to Cecret Lake (pronounced secret lake) is good for the soul. But the mosquitoes are out in full-force around sunset – so be prepared. 2023 UPDATE:…
While vacationing in Mesa Verde National Park with my kids, we made the short drive to visit Four Corners Monument. It’s the only place in the United States where you can stand in four states at once. It’s worth a visit – at least once in your life. But Four Corners Monument has also been…
