A small city of around 70,000 people, Flagstaff is a gateway to northern Arizona’s many historical, cultural, geological, and recreational points of interest. The bustling hub sits along Historic Route 66 at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, Arizona’s … Read More
A must-stop for many travelers to the American southwest, the small town of Page serves as the gateway to adventure in northern Arizona. With Glen Canyon, Lake Powell, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and Kanab, Utah all within an hour’s drive, … Read More
One of the largest reservoirs in the U.S., Lake Powell was created as a result of Glen Canyon Dam’s construction in the 1960s. Today, this vast store of Colorado River water provides hydroelectric power to millions of local residents, as … Read More
Located within northern Arizona’s rugged and remote wilderness, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument encompasses a variety of diverse landscapes. While many areas here require a permit to explore – including Paria Canyon, The Wave (Coyote Buttes North) and Coyote Buttes South … Read More
One of the most visited spots in the U.S., Grand Canyon National Park welcomes upwards of six million sightseers annually. For centuries, the imposing gorge has been captivating visitors from all walks of life, with Theodore Roosevelt calling its beauty … Read More
After quarantining and spending a couple months in New Hampshire with family for the holidays and beyond, it was time to get back on the road. Sometime in January we settled on a place in Leavenworth, Washington. Stephan had been … Read More
As we headed into the last week of October, we made our way from Durango, Colorado to Monroe, Utah for what would be our final stop for the year. Located in south-central Utah, Monroe is one of those tiny, pastoral … Read More
One of 31 All-American Roads in the U.S., the San Juan Skyway traverses some 230 miles of southwest Colorado’s striking San Juan Mountains. The scenic byway passes through the Uncompahgre Wilderness and San Juan National Forest, navigating high mountain passes … Read More
Located in the northwest corner of Wyoming and extending into parts of Montana and Idaho, Yellowstone is most recognized for its abundant wildlife and unique hydrothermal features. Indeed, it was this collection of more than 10,000 geothermal features – geysers, … Read More
