Capitol Gorge - Fun Drive to a Fun, Easy Hike
Capitol Gorge is an iconic 2.3 mile scenic drive, with a short hike at the end that has some great views of the Capitol rock formations
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Dustin Cook
Nov 6, 20222 min read
Capture That Iconic Photo of "the Reef" at Sunset Point
Sunset Point is an easy, short hike to get some great photos of the "reefs" of Capitol Reef while they are illuminated by the setting sun.
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Dustin Cook
Nov 2, 20223 min read
Explore Silver Lake in American Fork Canyon
Whether you like to hike, backpack, camp, fish, trail run or back country ski, Silver Lake in American Fork Canyon is definitely worth...
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Dustin Cook
May 4, 20224 min read
Time for only 1 hike in Capitol Reef? - Hike Cohab Canyon!
The Cohab Canyon Trail is one of the best, easy hikes in Capitol Reef National Park and has something for everyone
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Dustin Cook
Apr 25, 20223 min read
How to get to the Temple in Capitol Reef
Recommended route and info for getting to the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Moon and Glass Mountain in Capitol Reef National Park in Utah
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Dustin Cook
Sep 16, 20212 min read
Stewart Falls Hike - A Utah County Favorite
Named after the Stewart family that homesteaded in the area, Stewart falls is a majestic 200+ foot waterfall located just above Sundance...
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Dustin Cook
Jun 30, 20217 min read
The 15 Viewpoints of Bryce Canyon - A Travel Guide
Bryce Canyon has 15 different viewpoints, this guide will help you plan your trip and select the viewpoints right for you and your group
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Dustin Cook
Jun 17, 20214 min read
See the River from the Rim at Toroweap Overlook
The Toroweap Overlook is one of the few places you can see the Colorado River from the rim of the Grand Canyon
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Dustin Cook
Jun 9, 20213 min read
The Coolest Hike in Bryce Canyon - Literally!
Mossy Cave trail in Bryce Canyon with its cool stream and shade provides a break from the sweltering summer days in Bryce Canyon, Utah
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Dustin Cook
May 27, 20214 min read
Hiking the Willis Creek Narrows - Grand Staircase-Escalante Monument
The Willis Creek Narrows hike is a relatively short and easy hike through some beautiful narrows in Grand Staircase-Escalante, Utah
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Dustin Cook
May 19, 20214 min read
The Best of Bryce Canyon's Amphitheater - Navajo Loop to Queens Garden
There isn't any other place on earth quite like it, and from pretty much any viewpoint, the Bryce Canyon Amphitheater is awe inspiring. ...
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Dustin Cook
May 7, 20213 min read
Monument Valley - Almost Utah And Worth Crossing the Border
I know what you are thinking, why am I featuring Oljato-Monument Valley in a Utah outdoor blog if it's in Arizona? In my defense,...
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Dustin Cook
Apr 24, 20213 min read
2 Trails, 1 Destination - Dog Lake between Big Cottonwood and Millcreek Canyon
At just over 8,700 feet, Dog Lake is located between Big Cottonwood and Millcreek Canyon near Salt Lake City Utah. While it is no where...
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Dustin Cook
Mar 23, 20216 min read
9 Fun Family Activities For Your Trip to Zion National Park
If you are a planning a trip to Zion National Park, it can be overwhelming to try and see everything the park has to offer - especially...
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Dustin Cook
Feb 20, 20217 min read
Top 10 Things to See at Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is the least visited of the "Mighty 5" National Parks in Utah. In fact, I still run into many Utahns who have...
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Dustin Cook
Feb 9, 20214 min read
Needles You Won't Want to Stay Away From - Canyonlands, The Needles District
There are three separate districts to Canyonlands National Park. The busiest and most well known District of Canyonlands is Island in...
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Dustin Cook
Feb 3, 20215 min read
Only 1 day in Arches National Park? - What to See
Arches National Park is one of Utah's most iconic places, so much so that it's featured on the state's license plate. I've been to the...
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Dustin Cook
Jan 11, 20213 min read
Hiking the West Rim Trail - Zion National Park
Get away from the crowds and hike one of the iconic trails in Zion National Park, Utah
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Dustin Cook
Dec 8, 20203 min read
Zion Canyon Overlook Trail - A Must Hike in Zion
The Zion Canyon Overlook trail in Zion National Park is an easy hike with a huge payoff at the end. The hike is just a little more than...
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Dustin Cook
Nov 14, 20203 min read
Don't Put This Lower On The List - Lower Calf Creek Falls is one of Southern Utah's Top Hikes
If you are looking for a beautiful hike that has a little bit of everything, look no further. Lower Calf Creek Falls is just over 6...
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