Driving Utah State Route 12, better known as Utah Scenic Highway 12, ended up being one of the highlights of our entire trip. What looks on the map like simply a drive between Bryce Canyon National Park and Capitol Reef National Park turned out to be an unforgettable part of the adventure itself. The scenery… Continue reading Driving Utah Scenic Highway 12: Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef
The Arches National Park scenic drive is the main highway which traverses this unique Utah park. Of course, the best way to experience Arches is to get out of the car and hike among the giants. However, if you are short on time, you can still see some amazing sights from the road. Arches is… Continue reading 10 Highlights of the Arches National Park Scenic Drive
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is arguably one of the most recognizable icons in the National Park System. The massive scale and realism of this sculpture completed in 1941 is mind boggling! It is no surprise that over 3 million people visit this symbol of America each year. Trip Tip: Mount Rushmore For an extra special treat, approach… Continue reading Tip & Tee: Driving to Mount Rushmore
Time always flies on vacation! On most trips, there are more things to do than time allows. It can be really hard to narrow down the to-do list! In Moab, Utah, you can't help but face this dilemma! Nestled near 2 National Parks, the Colorado River, and some of the best rock terrain in the… Continue reading Breathtaking Drive to the Needles in Canyonlands National Park
