Sedona, Arizona is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the American West. Its red rocks are recognized around the world as being a source of outdoor recreation and artistic inspiration—and there’s plenty of shopping and culture, too. Wondering how you can experience all this natural beauty while preserving it for generations to come? Read on to find out.
As a full-time travel writer, it’s not often that I have the opportunity to return to a place. Our visits are short, jam-packed, and if and when we can, we do it all. But when a destination has as much to offer as Carson Valley, Nevada, you take any chance you get to go back!
When traveling across North America you also travel across the ancestral lands of hundreds of different Indigenous tribes. Indigenous communities are still very much tied to the land, and you can create a positive experience for both yourself and these communities by visiting with gratitude and respect – prepared to learn about the local cultures and histories.
About five miles south of town, something starts to happen. The landscape stretches out and the monstrous, nearly 11,000-foot silhouette of Pilot Peak starts to rise over West Wendover. Its stark presence reaching out from the middle of the desert is intriguing and dramatic. When I was there it had just snowed up high, making views of this iconic peak truly breathtaking.
Here, where the mountains meet the ocean, there’s no shortage of nature to explore. And better yet, when you’re ready to kick off your hiking boots, you’ll have no trouble finding farm-fresh fare to refuel for your next adventure.
You can still have fun in the midst of a wildfire summer! From looking at hiking with a different mindset, really diving into the foodie scene of your vacation destination, or learning how to have just as much fun camping without a campfire – we have the best tips for you!
This nine-day road trip takes you through some of Arizona’s most unique and spectacular destinations. From hiking the rim of the Grand Canyon to viewing a 200-million-year-old petrified forest, you’ll return home a verified outdoor expert who knows how to handle things like trail etiquette, trash management, and more.
If you’re new to recreating in the outdoors–whether it’s hiking on a local trail, visiting a national park, or practicing dispersed camping–following all the best practices can seem complicated or restrictive at first. We break it down.
Sustainable travel means taking care of the places you visit so that future generations can enjoy their beauty and culture the same way you did.
Camping in Bryce Canyon Country with care and attention—and leaving without a trace—will not only make your experience more peaceful, it will also preserve that perfect spot for you for years of return trips.