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Temple of the Sun and Moon Guide: Cathedral Valley, Utah
If you’re eager to escape the crowds of Capitol Reef National Park, drive up to Cathedral Valley, an underrated Utah gem that houses the iconic Temple of the Sun and Moon. This guide lays out everything you need to know about the Temple of the Sun and Moon, more things to do in Cathedral Valley,…
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6 Months of Van Life Expenses – How much we actually spent
We love financial transparency, and when asked how much something costs, we like getting a real number, not just some pie-in-the-sky range. After sharing our monthly Great Loop expense reports and total van build cost, we decided to share our exact monthly cost of living in a van. Of course, the initial cost of the…
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How to Spend 24 Hours in Capitol Reef National Park
Only have one day to visit Capitol Reef National Park? No problem! You’d be surprised at how much you can see and do in just 24 hours, whether that be wandering through the charming Fruita District or off-roading the rugged Cathedral Valley. To make it easy on you, we’ve designed two itinerary options for the…
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The Best Spot to Watch the Sunset in Capitol Reef National Park
If you’re looking for where to watch the sunset in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, look no further than Sunset Point Overlook. As the name suggests, this overlook affords you incredible views of the surrounding red rock canyons, especially when the sun starts to go down. Below, we’ve outlined how to get to Sunset Point,…
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11 Extraordinary Hikes in Capitol Reef National Park
With 50+ trails spread across 240,000+ acres, trying to figure out which hikes to do in Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park is a daunting task. Luckily, we’ve done the legwork (literally) to narrow it down for you. In this article, we’ve rounded up 11 extraordinary hikes in Capitol Reef, including the most popular trails along…
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1 Day in Bryce Canyon National Park: Itinerary & Ultimate Guide
24 hours in Bryce Canyon National Park is more than enough time to hit all of the iconic highlights and, if you get an early start, even explore a few of its lesser-known corners. But what’s really worth it, and what can you skip? We explored most of Bryce Canyon National Park during our recent…
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Our TOP 13 GIFTS for ANY HIKER [2025]
Jen and I are avid hikers, and in the last six months, we’ve hiked over 300 miles in 11 National Parks. These gifts are split up by gifts for obsessed hikers and more casual hikers, all vetted by us, considering what we feel would be great to receive, or simply some of our favorite tools!…
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13 Best Things to Do in Bryce Canyon in 2025
If you’re planning your first visit to Bryce Canyon National Park in 2025, you probably have a few questions, like what are the absolute must-sees in Bryce Canyon? What if I’m not a big hiker? And if you’re anything like us, what in the world is a hoodoo? We’re here to answer these questions and…
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11 Best Hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park in 2025
Utah‘s Bryce Canyon National Park has around 60 miles of hiking trails, ranging from easy strolls to challenging backcountry treks. Many of these trails take you right up to the park’s infamous hoodoos, those odd-looking red rock spires, while other trails lead you through the peaceful meadows of the backcountry. We hiked some serious miles…
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Our 7 Favorite Short and Easy Hikes in Bryce Canyon
Looking to explore Bryce Canyon National Park’s otherworldly beauty without committing to an all-day hike? You’re in luck! This iconic Utah park is chock-full of short hikes that take an hour or less. To make it easy for you, we’ve rounded up our 7 favorite easy hikes in Bryce Canyon, which are perfect for maximizing…
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