Double Arch was by far my favorite hike in the Windows District of Arches National Park. And it was probably my second favorite hike of our whole time in Arches. (My first favorite was definitely Delicate Arch.) This is an…
Windows Section in Arches National Park
On the eastern side of Arches National Park there is an area that is almost magical in the imagination it inspires. This is the Windows Section. And while not as iconic Delicate Arch, or as massive as Landscape Arch, it…
Hiking Landscape Arch in Arches National Park
Landscape Arch is the longest arch in Arches National Park. It is a beautiful arch with two side trails to see other arches along the way. A flat, easy hike that everyone in your family can enjoy. How to…
Skyline Arch Hike in Arches National Park
Located on the way to Devil’s Garden in Arches National Park is a small parking lot that marks the trailhead to one of the less well known but more family friendly hikes in the park. The Skyline Arch is often…
5 Things We Wish We Brought to Arches National Park
Even though I am a huge planner with a pretty detailed packing list, there are always a few little things I forget to pack. Sometimes there are things I didn’t even consider packing that I really wish I had brought.…
Canyonlands: Whale Rock
Whale Rock was my favorite hike when we were in Canyonlands. It is basically climbing up a HUGE slick rock and the view is spectacular. How to Get There: From the Island in the Sky Visitor’s Center, head South then…
Delicate Arch Trail in Arches National Park
Delicate Arch in Arches National Park is one of the staple symbols of Utah, right up there with the beehive. Because of this we see Delicate Arch everywhere, it even has a prime place on half of our license plates.…
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks Travel Guide
For Spring Break a few weeks ago, we went down to Moab, Utah to see Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. We had such a great time and were able to pack in a TON of hikes. Here is a break…
Adventure + Gear Fest in Salt Lake
This past weekend we arrived back from Moab Friday evening and the next morning immediately went to the Adventure + Gear Fest at the South Towne Expo Center. Having just gotten back from a week of hiking and camping we…
From the Road: Canyonlands and Arches National Parks
We had a great last two days seeing two national parks. Yesterday was dedicated to seeing Canyonlands. We had an early start leaving our campsite at 6:00 am to see the sunrise at Mesa Arch. We spent the rest of…