More than just a peculiar name, Mexican Hat, Utah is of significance to lovers of the Southwest for being next to Valley of the Gods, …
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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 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 …
Great Hikes: Coyote Gulch
Coyote Gulch was calling my name. Of all the hikes to do in Utah, this one seemed to stick out. It was the right length, it was on my route, …
Bye-bye smoky California, hello Utah
Getting out of Los Angeles to escape September's smoky skies seemed like a no-brainer. I had been waiting for the opportunity to take a road …
Photo Gallery: Utah’s Smoky Mountain Road
Driving from Lake Powell to Escalante, Utah is one hell of a scenic route. The few dirt roads that navigate the foreboding terrain give …
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: The Lake Powell Houseboating Experience
Going to Lake Powell for my first houseboating trip was kind of like going to a Michelin-Star Restaurant for my first dining experience. …