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Cedar City: A Mighty Five Road Trip Must

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Most people are familiar with “The Mighty Five” national parks in southern Utah. If you’re planning to make a southern Utah road trip to hit “The Mighty Five,” Cedar City should be on your itinerary. Not only is it close to the parks and along the route, it’s got some of its own amazing landscapes and activities. Read More

Top Salt Lake City Attractions: Start at the Natural History Museum of Utah

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Any adventure in the state of Utah should start with a day at the Natural History Museum of Utah. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, a Jurassic Park fanatic, or a cultural explorer, your holiday to Utah will be much richer for it. Deepen your understanding of all the top Salt Lake City attractions and Utah […]Read More

Go Off the Grid in Capitol Reef Country, Utah

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The Capitol Reef Country of Wayne County, Utah, is one of the American Southwest’s least-explored natural regions. Just one look at the map and you’ll see that this is a vast and remarkable area filled with parks, monuments, and countless hidden gems. Here you’ll find few lines and little traffic, leaving more time to enjoy […]Read More

Not the Wave, but Still Winning in Southern Utah

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Everyone sat in the BLM office throwing their hands up and down, imitating the classic “wave” formation commonly seen at sporting events. This office is what everyone came to see, right? No way, we were all packed in this small room to win a lottery position to see the incredible Wave formation the following day. If […]Read More

4 Days of Adventure in Dinosaurland, Utah

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This summer, take a road trip through America’s dinosaur capital: the city of Vernal, affectionately known as Dinosaurland, Utah. Home to Dinosaur National Monument, Vernal is a hub for outdoor adventure and American West history situated only three hours from Salt Lake City. In addition, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, Arches, and Canyonlands national parks are all […]Read More

West Wendover, Rich in History and Beauty

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Driving into West Wendover quickly sets the stage for what kind of adventures you can expect. Coming in from the east brings you across miles and miles of salt flats. Those driving in from the west get to appreciate the more staggered landscape. A mixture of mountains and plains act as open arms to the […]Read More

24 Hours at City Creek Center, Salt Lake City’s Shopping Gem

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The tinkling sounds of a trout-filled creek swept by as I sipped my morning coffee. Snow-capped peaks greeted my view in the distance, and aspen leaves gently rustled in the breeze in my periphery. The springtime sun felt good on my skin after what was a long, hard winter. This wasn’t your average morning in […]Read More

Lake Powell: The Perfect Weekend Getaway

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The winter doldrums of Wyoming had my boyfriend Kyle and me in a slump. Early April is spring everywhere else, so we were thrilled to head south to the border of Utah and Arizona for a weekend trip. Stepping out of the car into the sunshine made us forget about the foot and a half […]Read More

3 Perfect Days in Flaming Gorge Country

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Flaming Gorge Reservoir is one of northern Utah and southern Wyoming’s greatest gems. Literally, the water sparkles a sapphire blue color, and the flaming red cliffs tower high above. With at least a few days you can sample of some the most stellar outdoor recreation that the area has to offer. Find secret nooks on […]Read More
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