In May 2025, I did a research road trip to Southern Utah for research purposes. I visited 3 national parks, 2 national monuments, and 2 state parks. I scouted out hotels and restaurants along the way. I drove 1500 miles and hiked 30 miles! Here’s the day-by-day overview of what I did, where I stayed, […]
Join our ATV ride as we discover a magical waterfall located in the desert hills of Southern Utah. Resources
You may be surprised, but Utah National Parks are not that close to each other. Watch to learn how to piece this trip together and discover the common mistakes people make, the nuts and bolts of planning your trip, plus local recommendations. Resources
Don’t let these common mistakes ruin your trip to the Utah National Parks. Resources
If you’re visiting a Utah National Park, discover the things you MUST do. Resources
Southwest Desert landscapes don’t get any better: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Arches, and Canyonlands National Parks make for one epic road trip! Most people know they want to visit these parks but aren’t sure how many days to plan for their trip, how many days to spend in each park, where to stay, and […]
Driving through the outstanding buttes, mittens, and other red rock desert features of Monument Valley is a bucket list destination for many travelers. It’s worth the effort to get to this remote area of the southwest but there are a few things you need to know. The Monument Valley 17-mile Loop Road through Monument Valley […]
Monument Valley is a cornerstone of any trip to the Southwest and a uniquely American icon. There is something magical about the towering buttes dotted across the desert landscape. Most people visit as part of a longer trip, but how many days should you allot for Monument Valley? One day is enough to see Monument Valley, […]
Green River, Utah is often overshadowed by some of Utah’s more famous attractions like Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. However, Green River is the PERFECT jumping-off point to visit several of Utah’s best adventures including the San Rafael Swell, 9 mile Canyon, Helper, UT, Horseshoe Canyon, Sego Canyon, and Goblin Valley State Park in addition […]
Utah has the best drives! These are just some of our favorites, including Moki Dugway, Monument Valley, Moab, Heber Valley, and More! Resources
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