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EXACTLY What to Expect Rafting the Grand Canyon (Our 10-Day Motor Trip)
Rafting the Grand Canyon is a once-in-a-lifetime trip! In this post, we explain what to expect from such an adventure as we recount our commercial 10-day motorized rafting trip going down the Colorado River in April 2026. We discuss everything from pre-trip orientation and the start at Lee’s Ferry to the general itinerary, attractions, rapids,…
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Saguaro National Park Itinerary: 1, 2, or 3 Days!
Planning a trip to Saguaro National Park? After exploring both the east and west sides of this Arizona park, we’ve put together the perfect 1, 2, and 3-day Saguaro National Park itineraries to help you make the most of your visit. From hiking Wasson Peak to driving the scenic Cactus Forest Loop, this guide covers…
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11 CAN’T MISS Hikes in Saguaro National Park (Easy, Medium, & Hard)
If you’re planning a trip to Saguaro National Park, chances are you’re going hiking at some point. Lucky for you, this park just outside of Tucson, Arizona, offers a plethora of hikes for all ability levels. From easy desert strolls to challenging climbs to Wasson Peak, we’ve rounded up the 11 best hikes in Saguaro…
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Saguaro National Park East vs West: Which Side Should You Visit?
Saguaro National Park is infamous for being one of the few US National Parks that is split into two. Sitting on either side of Tucson, Arizona, you’ll find “Saguaro East” and “Saguaro West.” If you’re short on time, you might be wondering which side is more worth it to see. Below, we’ll break down the…
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BEST Campgrounds Near Saguaro National Park (Free & Paid)
Saguaro National Park in the Sonoran Desert is an amazing place to go camping. With gorgeous night skies and tons of hiking trails, this Arizona park is a camper’s paradise. Although there are six backcountry camping spots within Saguaro East, the park has no front-country camping. The surrounding Tucson area offers more options for tents…
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11 Best Things to Do in Saguaro National Park (Free & Paid)
Thinking of visiting Saguaro National Park? You’re in luck! We recently visited this iconic Arizona park and have compiled a list of the top things to do on both the eastern and western sides. From hiking Wasson Peak to driving the Bajada Loop, here are the 11 best free and paid activities in Saguaro National…
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The ULTIMATE Texas to New Mexico National Park Road Trip (7 Days)
In search of the perfect Texas to New Mexico road trip? Only have a week to spare? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve designed this 7-day Texas to New Mexico Road Trip Itinerary to take you to some of the best spots in these two states. This road trip squeezes in four national parks—Big…
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Utah Mighty Five Road Trip: 5 Parks in 7 Days
All you need is one week to see some of the most beautiful National Parks. In just 7 days, you can see five national parks — Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches! We’ve traveled this route ourselves and loved how much bang for your buck you get in just around 700 miles. Keep…
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The BEST Things to Do in Kenai Peninsula, Alaska
Planning a road trip to Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula? You’ve come to the right place. We spent three weeks traveling through this gorgeous area of south-central Alaska and have compiled a list of the must-see spots we visited along the way. Keep on reading for a complete Kenai Peninsula Road Trip Guide, where you’ll learn the…
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The Perfect 7-Day Utah National Parks Road Trip
Utah’s National Parks are some of the best in the entire United States. As all 5 all relatively close together in southern Utah, visiting all of them makes for one of the most epic road trips you can imagine! From Zion to Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef to Canyonlands and to Arches, we’ve drawn up…
