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Exploring Around the Inyo Mine
Back in late 2023, we unexpectedly ended up in Death Valley National Park for the second time in two weeks.…
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Chaffin Cowboy Camp on Waterhole Flat
You can drive to the Chaffin Cowboy Camp on Waterhole Flat (almost) in the Maze District of Canyonlands National Park,…
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The Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in Death Valley National Park
Did you know that you can hike in Death Valley National Park with your dog? Not on trails – that’s…
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Owl Point, the Rockpile, and Red Hill – third time’s the charm!
I’ve tried to hike Owl Point three times. And it was only on this last attempt that I succeeded! The…
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Lower, Middle, and Upper Blue Lakes – and Blue Lakes Pass!
I heard Blue Lake in Colorado was implementing a permit system, and I determined I would visit before the system…
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Slit Canyon off Hole in the Wall Road
I had high hopes for Slit Canyon. And to be fair, the first part of the hike was gorgeous with…
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Peek-a-boo Trail to Paul Bunyan’s Potty
I put off visiting Paul Bunyan’s Potty for many years. (And if you’re wondering what in the world I’m talking…
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Panamint Dunes: Remote Sand Dunes in Death Valley
There are a few collections of sand dunes in Death Valley. The most famous are the Mesquite Dunes, located along…
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Kyhv Peak and its Amazing Views
I didn’t hike Kyhv Peak the traditional way. Most people start down at the Rock Canyon Trailhead in Provo. But…
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Eye of the Whale Arch + Exploring Whale Canyon
Arches National Park is known for being overrun, but there are ways to get away from the crowds. Visit very…
