Spanish Fork, Utah

Living in the Pacific Northwest is a luxury in many ways. Ironically, most people don't think of the PNW as a leisurely place to live. But for an outdoors enthusiast such as myself, the most luxurious quality of the PNW is living within driving distance to dozens of the most beautiful places, not...

You know how you plan for a big trip and just hope nothing goes wrong? If you've read any of my other stories, you'll know that my trips often turn into little adventures that are pretty much damage control for what happens to us.We got none of that on this trip.Literally perfect. I created an it...

When I was 17, I took a canyoneering trip down to Southern Utah with my high school environmental science class. We spent a few days gathering and analyzing samples, camping, learning about the geology of the region, and canyoneering. The memories from that trip always stand out as a highlight of...

Utah is known for having incredible access to the outdoors. In most cities throughout the state, you can go from eating lunch downtown to setting up camp in the backcountry within an hour. Not bad, eh? A little further afield, Utah is also home to some incredible, incredibly remote areas that are...

If anything, it amplifies it. Whether you want a quick hike close to town, a dawn patrol powder session, or a weekend camping adventure in the snow, we’ve got something that will fit the bill. Take a look at our list and start making your weekend plans before the spring thaw. (Or roll the dice an...

Desert playground. Outdoor mecca. Disneyland for men who shave their legs and women who don’t. These are all fair titles to give to Utah's tiny town of about 5,000 and you'll understand why after spending a weekend exploring Moab's wealth of staggering beauty and endless potential for all things ...

Southern Utah is a magical place, unlike anywhere I’ve ever been before. The scenery is spectacular and ever-changing; there are tons of activities to do; there are so many wide-open spaces. It’s hard not to fall in love with it. Even better, there are so many great places to camp, even from your...

A new year means new resolutions, goals, and ambitions. You travel junkies out there are probably planning your 2017 trips and I know how long those bucket lists can get. Let me do you a favor....if Utah is on that list, go ahead and scratch it off. Just don't even bother. Here are the top 5 reas...

Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah Just outside of Moab, Dead Horse Point provided the backdrop of this season 1 scene with the Man in Black. Horseshoe Bend tends to get all the sunrise vista love, but I personally think Dead Horse takes the cake. Moab (and a few other filming locations) are right...

So you’ve picked Utah as your family adventure destination. You are wise and your family is lucky. Utah is sort of like Disneyland because it’s a whole ton of amazing non-stop adventure concentrated into one area. Utah takes the cake, however, because Mars-like landscapes are actually real here, ...

When most folks think of adventure in Utah, it’s likely that their minds immediately go to two things: the epic national parks in the south, and the world-class skiing in the north. What most folks may not know is that when summer rolls around, the ski slopes turn to wildflower gardens, endless h...

Moab and the surrounding areas have always been my go-to weekend getaway when I need to abandon the city for just a night. It's a treasure trove of adventures and the desert has always given me that special feeling of being wild and free. Though Moab has a lot to love about it, I've always found ...

Similar to a sommelier, a good cicerone pairs the right beer with tasty food.  We put together some fun hikes and paired them with favorite eateries in the Wasatch Range of Utah. 1. Hike to the Living Room Photo: Hannah Weaver First on our flight of trail-to-tavern hikes is the Living Room. The ...

Our family has embarked on back road journeys all over America, but we happened upon one stretch of pavement quite by accident. Since we first became acquainted with Scenic Byway 12 in Utah, we’ve been fueling our road trip dreams on the mere memory of the time we spent there. Highway 12 in Uta...

I travel a lot, but never wrote anything down. In 2015 I've been to 25 states and drove 60,000 miles, except photos and memories I have nothing left. Now I finally decided to write my story down, so I can come back to read from time to time and also share my experiences with people.Back to my sto...

Anytime of year is a good time to bust out your photography gear and capture the beauty of Utah's stunning landscapes. But you want to know the best time to shoot so you can do these epic spots justice, don't you? That's why we've broken things down for you by season so you can plan your photogra...