Monument Valley is an iconic place full of reddish orange mesas and buttes. The desert landscape has captivated Hollywood for decades and is synonymous with cowboy movies. Yet did you know that unlike other national parks in the US, there is only one hike in monument valley you can do without a guide? Monument Valley […]
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5 Amazing Views of Angel’s Landing
Angel’s Landing is a spectacular rocky outcrop in Zion national park, Utah. Known internationally as one of the world’s most dangerous hikes, you don’t have to hike Angel’s Landing to get a great view of this Zion feature. There are a few amazing views of Angel’s Landing in Zion. If you like hitting the trails […]
20 Insanely Beautiful Slot Canyons in the American South West!
Antelope canyon is a beautiful slot canyon in the American South West. It is known for its beautiful orange hues, swirling patterns and mysterious passageways. Yet this is not the only slot canyon in the American Southwest! Whether you fancy tackling the famous narrows in Zion, going on a day hike in Wire Pass slot […]
Affordable Luxury Accommodation in Monument Valley – Desert Rose Inn & Cabins
Monument Valley is an amazing place to visit. In order to make your trip to Monument Valley even more memorable, why not treat yourself to a stay at the Desert Rose Inn & Resort in Bluff? Accommodation in Monument Valley can be very expensive but by staying in Bluff you can get much better value […]
5 Amazing Places to watch the Sunset in Zion
The orange cliffs of Zion national park are basked in a golden and crimson light around sunset. This national park offers many wonders to visitors but watching the sunset in Zion national park is a highlight of any visit to Zion. Yet where are the best spots in Zion to watch the sunset? When we […]
4 Epic Hikes in Monument Valley + Nearby Bonus Hike!
Monument Valley is a magical national park with breath-taking hikes to discover! From hikes with teardrop arches and self-guided hikes to overnight treks on Hunt’s Mesa there are many incredible hikes in Monument Valley to choose from! As Oljato-Monument Valley is in Navajo county we are merely visitors to their sacred land. Therefore, to protect […]
8 reasons why you should NOT hike Angel’s Landing
Angel’s Landing is consistently cited as one of the world’s most dangerous hikes. It is not hard to see why: queues, huge drops and slippery sandstone can make for a deadly combination! Yet the popularity of this hike draws a huge number of hikers each year. Of course, most hikers survive the trail but there […]
The Best Places to watch the Sunset in Yosemite
Yosemite National park is a beautiful place and is even more spectacular at sunset. Yet given the geography of Yosemite, it can sometimes be hard to work out where the best sunset spots in Yosemite are. Is it best to get up high and watch the sunset from Glacier point or stay in the valley […]
How not to die in Death Valley
Death Valley is a beautiful yet wild place. Its foreboding name was said to have been given to the landscape by a lost group of pioneers. The group all assumed that this place would be their grave. When they finally climbed out over the Panamint Mountains, one of them christened the other-worldly landscape by saying […]
How to find Giant Trees in Yosemite!
Visiting the Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park is one thing you have to do during your trip to Yosemite! This is the largest sequoia grove in the park full of giant trees and beautiful scenery. There are many things to do and see in the Mariposa Grove from walking through a colossal tree to […]