Posts in Category: Natural Wonders

10 Western National Parks to Add to your Bucket List

I had the wonderful opportunity to live in several western states within the past few years including Arizona, Idaho, and Nevada. Because of the convenient access, I planned many easy road trips to ...

Red Rock Canyon: A Natural Oasis Just 20 Miles from The Strip

There are many hidden gems to check out after you explored the main Vegas attractions. After a few exciting, yet tiresome days of soaking in all the excitement and glamour of The Strip, it makes ...

Attraction of the Week: Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park, named as so after the amazing plant found exclusively in the Sonoran Desert, is one of the country’s most unique national treasures. It’s one of my favorite places ...

Hiking Hotspot: A Stunning Climb Up Doe Mountain in Sedona

Sedona is my favorite hiking destination. After living in neighboring Flagstaff for 2+ years, I have my favorites which offer big views for moderate effort. For the most spectacular 360 degree views ...

12 Stunning Sedona Hikes with Spectacular Views

It’s no secret that Sedona is home to some of the most jaw dropping scenery in the country. Known as Red Rock Country for the colorful red rock formations that dominate the landscape, this ...

12 Fabulous Hikes in Flagstaff

Flagstaff is considered by many to be one of the top destinations in the West for outdoor recreation. After relocating to the region and hiking and heavily exploring the city and surrounding natural ...

Hiking Hotspot: Flagstaff’s Incredible Inner Basin Trail

Since moving to the area, Mike and I have been talking with a lot of residents about “the best hikes in the area.” We found out that the most popular tourist hike, Inner Basin, truly is ...

Hiking Sedona’s Oak Creek Canyon: The Spectacular Cookstove Trail

If you have ever been on vacation to Sedona, then you probably already know about Oak Creek Canyon. For those who don’t, it’s basically an enchanting area of the state home to dense ...

Hiking the Grand Canyon: The Kaibab Trail to Skeleton Point

Take it from me – a hiking adventure through the Grand Canyon will be one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have on a national park vacation, if not any vacation. Many visitors ...

Hiking to the Top of Slate Mountain: The Best Trail Near Flagstaff

The Slate Mountain Trail, located 40 minutes outside of Flagstaff along Hwy 180 enroute to the Grand Canyon, is one of the area’s most under appreciated hikes. The gradual 2 mile climb to the ...