Paddling through Black Canyon is a treat. The calm, cold water of the Colorado River is crystal clear here, exposing details on the …
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Driving Distances from Las Vegas to Outdoor Escapes
Even though people commonly overlook Las Vegas as an outdoorsy place, the city's location is actually ideal for outdoors enthusiasts. …
The treasures of Lake Mead National Recreation Area
A lot of people think that Lake Mead National Recreation Area is only worth visiting to see Hoover Dam. Think again. It's true that …
The Great Lakes of the Colorado River
What do Lake Mead, Lake Powell, Lake Havasu, and Lake Mohave all have in common? They're all children of the mighty Colorado River, a …
My Salute to the Mojave Desert
For those of you who haven't experienced the magic of the Mojave, it's about time you do. The Mojave Desert - which covers large swaths …
Dreaming of Travel Itineraries – Southwest Road Trip Plans
Gas is cheap, crowds will be gone, and there's no better way to social distance than escaping to the vast wilderness of the American …
Mapped: Free Primitive Camping Sites
I've stumbled across some amazing campsites while exploring the high deserts, mountains, and coastal areas of California and neighboring …
Photo Gallery: Appreciating Desert Landscapes
I've been spending a lot of time in remote areas of the desert lately. Often overlooked, these spartan areas are stunningly beautiful in my …
Finding baseball’s playground at Arizona’s Spring Training
The first day it was Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani. The next it was Josh Hader and Trevor Story. Then it was Clayton Kershaw and Nolan …