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Red Canyon Hike in Goblin Valley State Park
When I visited Goblin Valley State Park, I figured we might as well hike as many of the official trails…
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All the Viewpoints Along the Hermit’s Rest Road (with ratings & how to visit the best!)
One of my favorite things to do on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon (I only do it every…
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South Fork of Desolation Canyon
Desolation Canyon is the more beautiful and overlooked sister canyon to Golden Canyon in Death Valley National Park. Just to…
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Elephant Back Mountain over Yellowstone Lake
Elephant Back Mountain is one of two semi-famous overlooks of Yellowstone Lake between West Thumb and Fishing Bridge. The trail…
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Neck Spring Trail – Canyonlands National Park
Neck Spring is the first hike you’ll encounter (along with the Shaffer Canyon Overlook) while driving into the Island in the Sky…
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Exploring to Diamond Arch
There are over 2,000 named arches in Arches National Park, so it’s not surprising that more than a few don’t…
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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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The Great Channels Slot Canyons
Possibly my favorite adventure in western Virginia last fall was The Great Channels, located north of Abingdon. The hike was…
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Fiery Furnace with a Self-Guided Permit
Hiking the Fiery Furnace in Arches National Park requires a permit – but it’s well worth the cost and effort!…
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Jasper Forest-Eagle Nest Rock Road Route
If you want an easy-to-follow official off-trail route to hike in Petrified Forest National Park (or maybe you just love…
