I’ve often seen these interesting photos of a really long cave just outside of Zion National Park. It’s known as the Belly of the Dragon. To me, it looks more like the colon of a dragon, but a name like that may dissuade people from checking it out. If you’re visiting Zion National Park or…
Most people flock to Island in the Sky at Canyonlands National Park. It’s near Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park. But driving the extra distance to explore The Needles District of the park is totally worth it. And there are great trails for kids, and ones the adults can enjoy, too. The…
I’ve always wanted to hike The Narrows in Zion National Park in southern Utah. For one reason or another, it wasn’t until this summer I was able to make it happen. My wife and I experienced it a couple of weekends ago and learned a few valuable things to help others maximize their trek up…
Sand dunes are great. But since I don’t own an off-highway vehicle (OHV) or all-terrain vehicle (ATV), I wasn’t sure I would enjoy a visit to the Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park near Kanab, Utah. After spending a few hours hiking the dunes, sledding the slopes and photographing the landscape, I discovered a spot…
Photographing the stars is one of my favorite things to do. There’s something about seeing the star trails twisting through the sky or capturing the Milky Way that proves how complex this universe is. I’ve found seven of the best spots to go stargazing in Utah and share them with you so you can experience…
Bryce Canyon National Park in central Utah is beautiful year round. I’ve hiked Bryce Canyon in the winter and braved the trails in the heat of the summer. Hike Bryce Canyon and enjoy its several trails that are great for kids – not too long and with great points of interest. Explore these trails in…
Lower Calf Creek Falls is an iconic spot in Utah. Growing up, we would visit Escalante, Utah, for their annual Pioneer Day parade. Visiting the falls was just part of the trip. But it had been more than two decades since I last made the hike. So we took a day trip to hike Lower…
Donuts are my weakness. Especially a Boston Kreme from Dunkin Donuts. When I learned there’s a Donut Falls hike near Salt Lake City, we put the kids in the car and drove up Big Cottonwood Canyon to the trailhead. It’s a great hike away from the city, although it’s also a popular hike. If you’re…
There’s something relaxing about being out on the water in a kayak. You’re in control of the boat and have the freedom to paddle anywhere on the lake. Our recent trip to kayak at Utah Lake State Park was a great way to test out our new kayak and break away from yard work. Schedule…
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…
