Spanish Fork, Utah

The first time I only spent maybe half a day to hike Zebra slot canyon in Escalante. Since then I fell in love with this magic land so only a month later I decided to spend my whole 3 days weekend in this area. Coyote Gulch is a must-do, even though you have to drive 43 miles and almost 2 hours o...

The weekend is here and I can't just sit at home and watch TV or play on the computer or go out and party, that's not my lifestyle. I'm always driving on the road or hiking on the trail, that's how I usually spend my weekends. This weekend I went to Zebra Slot Canyon in Escalante. Six hours over ...

Are you a rugged modern-day Thoreau seeking solitude (and/or tax evasion?) in the backcountry? Are you a Conventional Utah Family seeking weekend adventures in the frontcountry — or outings, rather than adventures, really, and preferably ones that pose little-to-no risk to your 2.3 kids? No?! Wha...

Here's just about everything you need to know about getting to Kanarra Falls and photographing it! If you don't feel like reading or navigating, I also offer workshops and guided tours throughout the Southwest - find my info below!  Getting there Kanarra Falls is just off the I-15. If you are com...

Recently for my day off, my Dad and I went chasing waterfalls. Early that Tuesday morning we grabbed our daypacks along with our camera gear and set out for Kanarraville, Utah to complete the popular Kanarraville Falls hike for the first time. Our goal was, of course, to complete the renowned hik...

A vast array of hot springs can be found tucked in various corners of this beautifully diverse state. Growing up in New England I had no idea how much the southwestern United States had to offer. Since first experiencing the magic of Zion National Park I made it my mission to explore as much of t...

We all know that Utah has the Mighty 5. But they're always super crowded all year round, especially in the Summer, and you can hardly find a parking spot in these popular parks.And many of you know the greatest snow on earth is in Wasatch National forest. And in the summer, all the trails are bus...

The cherry on top is that many are within a minutes drive from Salt Lake and Utah counties and are quite easy to get to. Others are hours away, but well worth the drive! Below is my list of the best family-friendly waterfall hikes in Utah. This is by no means a complete list, so comment below wit...

Utah is an outdoor-adventure paradise: It’s got alpine forests to deserts and dinosaurs, all inside a five-hour box (St. George to Logan: 5:11; Wendover to Moab: 4:59). With endless potential for different activities, you could spend a lifetime exploring and barely scratch the surface — and m...

Summer weather is creeping in across the state of Utah which means it's time to find the nearest body of water, claim a shady spot to set up, and take it easy for a few hours. Head south for some slot canyon river exploring or north for an overnight in the Uintas to an alpine lake paradise. Fishi...

Driving through the relatively deserted planes between Arches National Park and Capitol Reef National Park, one might miss this unique little spot. It's out of the way but it's worth the detour to check out! Goblin Valley State Park in Utah seems small at first but the valley comes alive with ima...

There is something magical and sobering about exploring slot canyons in Southern Utah. Hiking, swimming and sometimes squeezing through high sandstone walls carved by the elements over thousands of hundreds of thousands of years (you read that right) makes you keenly aware of how powerful the nat...

Busy season? What busy season? Year-round, locals can avoid the crowds that swarm the national parks every summer and spend a few days exploring the gorgeous wilderness and solitude in what is perhaps the state's most under-the-radar gem, northern Utah. No traffic line-up at the entrance, no shut...

With five national parks and millions of acres of wilderness waiting to be explored, the toughest part about exploring Utah is deciding where to begin. Should you hike the mountains near Ogden, Salt Lake City and Park City? Or road trip south to discover some of the most rugged landscapes in Amer...

We know a little snow has never stopped you from hitting the trails and if you find yourself in Utah this winter, you are in luck! Everyone knows Utah has some of the greatest skiing and snowboarding terrain on Earth, but if you’re more of an uphill winter explorer or you just want a break from t...

With thousands of campgrounds and even more areas that allow free, dispersed camping, Utah’s camping options are endless. Whether you’re making a quick trip from Salt Lake City to camp in Albion Basin and hike up to Cecret Lake, or heading to Southern Utah to spend a night under Zion’s Watchman, ...