This post courtesy of one of my group members. I’ve been to the Grand Canyon about a dozen times. I can enjoy looking at from the rim for hours, as I have done—But the longer I stare from above, the…
Sinks Canyon – Better in August
I’ve discovered something: Sinks Canyon – where the river literally disappears underground and reappears, two hours and about a quarter mile later – is much more interesting in August than in June. ‘Way back in June 2003, we…
10 Places to Go Exploring in the Western US
Trails are nice, trails are great. I like trails (especially trails that lead to and through spectacular views!) But there comes a time when the inner anti-establishment in us all decides it would like a bit of freedom – and…
Table Mountain – Up and Down the Face Trail
Table Mountain, on the “non-tourist” west side of Grand Teton National Park, has got to be one of our favorite views ever – and I mean that seriously. If you interviewed everyone in the group, they’d probably list that single…
15 of the Best Day Hikes in Southern Utah
If I had to pick one desert state to say was my favorite, Utah would almost certainly win. I love the rock formations, the arches, the canyons, the scrubby desert; it’s all lovely in a very rustic sort of way. …
The Pass & Views above Upper Darby Canyon
A few months ago, I posted about finding fossils in Upper Darby Canyon on the west side of the Tetons. Well, my goal that day wasn’t fossils; in fact, I didn’t even know they existed until they appeared in boulders…
8 Epic Hikes in the Western US, Pt. 1
Today, here’s a guest post from one of my group members. He’s young, loves awe-inspiring views (especially over peaceful or spectacular valleys), and is generally quiet until he really has an opinion. Then, world watch out! (And I should know…
Devil’s Garden Trail – Epic Arches Experience
Last week, a group member and I were talking about “epic hikes” we’ve taken over the years. He mentioned Devil’s Garden in Arches, and we were both shocked when I realized I’d never posted about it. Really, if you’re into…
Day Hiking the Alaska Basin Overlook
Oh! Alaska Basin Overlook! I’d always heard that Alaska Basin was one of the most beautiful places in Wyoming, but at 15 miles RT, we just weren’t up to that kind of day hike. But then, while walking the trail…
Stairway to Heaven – Views and Wildflowers Galore!
I can’t figure out why you’d want to attribute something so beautiful, so uniquely made to the Devil, so why not call it something more appropriate – so much more accurate – the Stairway to Heaven? Because if you aren’t…