Neck Spring is the first hike you’ll encounter (along with the Shaffer Canyon Overlook) while driving into the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands National Park. It’s also one of the few long trails on top of the mesa. As such,…
Trip Itinerary: Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Hanksville, and more!
Last time, I posted about the first half of our trip to Arizona and southern Utah – and now I’d like to continue the theme with the second half of the trip, all in Utah! We had a few more…
Trip Itinerary: Page, Kanab, Zion, and more!
I had two goals (among many lesser goals) for my most recent adventure: 1) Visit White Pocket in Arizona, and 2) Hike all the trails I’ve never taken in Bryce Canyon National Park. Both were ambitious, but both were also…
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 have trails to them. Some are in the backcountry or in difficult-to-access places, but others are quite accessible. Diamond Arch…
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, Utah. However, it’s more fun to bicycle or hike the access road to fully appreciate the views. (My hiking companions…
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! The scenery is spectacular, the area is uncrowded (because of the permit system), and there are arches and rock formations…
Beautiful Views in Mustang Pass
I loved hiking the Mustang Pass Trail outside of St. George, Utah. The views were great, especially after a snowfall on the nearby mountains. The trail also ties into many other trails in the Red Cliffs Conservation Area, so we…
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 about, the “potty” is an arch along the Horse Canyon Road in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park, Utah.)…
The Very Best of Anne’s Travels in 2025!
It’s the end of 2025! How did we get here so fast? But what a good year it has been, too! Before we get down to business, I’m wishing a great 2026 for every one of you. I mentioned that…
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 given that I was already on the dirt road high in the mountains (the Kyhv Peak Road), I decided to…