Canyonlands National Park is made up of multiple sections and is just one of many reasons to visit Utah. It’s so large that it’s impossible to see it all in one day. If you only have one day or are looking for a place to start your journey, I recommend the Islands in the Sky district. This area of Canyonlands …
Monthly Archives: July 2020
Capitol Reef National Park, known as the “Pass through Park” of the Mighty 5, was a huge surprise to me. And a good one. One first arrival it seems a bit haphazard, there is one side road to one area or you can stay on the main highway to see other parts. The set up just seems all wrong. But …
Bryce Canyon National Park is my favorite of Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks. It blew me away with its jaw-dropping views, candy corn colored hoodoos and sweeping vistas. It’s truly unlike any other place on earth. Park History On June 8, 1923 Bryce Canyon National Monument was established to preserve the “unusual scenic beauty, scientific interest and importance.” On February …
Of Utah’s Mighty 5, Zion National Park is probably the most popular and consistently makes the lists of best national parks. So, if you are heading to this famous park make sure you are prepared before you go. Park History The area that is now known as Zion National Park was once hunting grounds for natives before fur trappers and …