This Memorial Day Weekend (Saturday & Monday) you better be headed out to CAMP FLOYD in Frogtown, now called Fairfield, Utah. They are hosting a CIVIL WAR ENCAMPMENT – The activities they have planned are amazing and fun for the whole family. Stagecoach rides are available on Monday and the event will allow you to…
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Elephant Rock Hike – not in Africa!
One of our favorite hikes is so close to Salt Lake you can do it anytime. Elephant Rock is a 6.8 mile moderately trafficked out & back trail located in the foothills of Bountiful, Utah. DO NOT LET THE LENGTH SCARE YOU. The beginning of the hike is a little steep but once you make…
Angels Landing – The Mother of all Utah Hikes
Yes we know this is not the longest or the hardest hike in Utah, but…… it is one of the very best! If you are headed to Zions National Park this year this hike is a must. Start getting in hiking shape now however because it is not a walk in the park. This is…
Looks like a Gooseneck….
So, many people have heard of Horseshoe Bend in Arizona, well Utah has its own version! Go to Goosenecks State Park in South Eastern Utah. This is a very short detour on your way to Monument Valley and in this same area are many, many Indian ruins (have you heard of the Bears Ear Controversy…
Lava Tubes in Snow Canyon State Park
Yes! Lava Tubes! Utah! St. George is a popular destination for Spring Break here in Utah. While you are in the area get out and explore some of the beautiful surroundings, Snow Canyon State Park is a must. It is beautiful with black lava rock on the ground and the red stone cliffs surrounding you….
What the heck is Shedding?
We are not talking about your hair on your head or your dogs fur. We are talking about WILDLIFE!!!! Shedding is going out in the back country and gathering Moose, Elk and Deer antlers (or horns) the wildlife have “shed”. Antlers are awesome, especially shed ones so you don’t have to kill the animal. Shedding…
Monument Valley
Here is a classic picture that we just had to take. As you drive into Monument Valley pull off to the side and take a pic. Make sure you watch for traffic and you may have to take your turn as it seems there are many others trying for this fun shot. In the summer…