Utah & Nevada Road Trip

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May 22, 2025
Utah & Nevada Road Trip
Arches National Park, Utah, USA
Apr 23–24 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Arches National Park, located in southern Utah, is renowned for its stunning geological formations, including over 2,000 natural sandstone arches. Iconic landmarks like Delicate Arch and Balanced Rock showcase the park’s dramatic desert landscape, sculpted by millions of years of erosion. Visitors can explore scenic drives, hiking trails, and viewpoints offering breathtaking vistas, especially at sunrise or sunset. The park’s unique geology, vibrant colors, and clear night skies make it a haven for photographers, hikers, and stargazers. A must-visit destination, Arches captivates with its natural beauty and timeless geological wonders.Read more
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Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA
Apr 24–25 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Bryce Canyon National Park, in southern Utah, is famous for its otherworldly landscape of vibrant hoodoos—spire-shaped rock formations. Despite its name, it’s not a canyon but a series of natural amphitheaters carved into the Paunsaugunt Plateau. Iconic viewpoints like Bryce Point and Sunrise Point offer stunning vistas of colorful limestone formations, especially at dawn. Trails like the Navajo Loop and Queen’s Garden immerse visitors in the park’s unique geology. With clear night skies, it’s a stargazing paradise. Bryce Canyon’s striking beauty, hiking opportunities, and serene atmosphere make it a captivating destination for nature lovers and photographers.Read more
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Kodachrome Basin State Park, Utah
April 24 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 68 °F
Kodachrome Basin State Park, located in southern Utah near Cannonville, is a geological wonder named for its vibrant, multicolored sandstone spires and chimneys. Often called a “mini Bryce Canyon,” the park features 67 monolithic stone pipes, red rock cliffs, and scenic vistas. Popular trails like Shakespeare Arch and Panorama Trail offer stunning views and photo opportunities. Ideal for hiking and camping, the park’s unique formations and desert landscape captivate visitors. Just 9 miles from Bryce Canyon, it’s a must-visit detour on Scenic Byway 12 for nature lovers and photographers.Read more
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Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
April 24 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park, near Escalante, Utah, is a geological gem showcasing vibrant petrified wood and dinosaur fossils. Spanning 2,000 acres, the park features the 1-mile Petrified Forest Trail, a moderate hike with 200 feet of elevation gain, revealing colorful fossilized logs and scenic views of Wide Hollow Reservoir.Read more
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Scenic Drive to Sringdale, Utah
April 26 in the United States ⋅ 🌬 68 °F
The drive from Orderville, Utah, to the east entrance of Zion National Park along the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (UT-9), continuing to Springdale, is a scenic and dramatic journey through southern Utah’s stunning landscapes. This route, often called one of the most beautiful drives in the U.S., features towering sandstone cliffs, red rock formations, and the iconic Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel.Read more
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Sand Caves & Belly of the Dragon, Utah
April 26 in the United States ⋅ 🌬 68 °F
The Kanab Sand Caves, also known as Moqui Caverns, are man-made caves 5 miles north of Kanab, Utah, along Highway 89. Originally mined for glass-making sand in the 1970s, these caves feature stunning sandstone formations with vibrant colors and intricate patterns. A short, 0.5-mile round-trip hike with a moderate scramble up slickrock leads to the caves, offering picturesque views and photo opportunities. The trail is accessible year-round, but grippy shoes are recommended. Be cautious due to steep drop-offs. A hidden gem near Zion and Bryce Canyon National Park.

The Belly of the Dragon, near Mount Carmel Junction, Utah, is a man-made drainage tunnel under Highway 89, 17 miles north of Kanab. Carved into sandstone, water flow has sculpted its rippling walls, resembling a dragon’s ribcage. This family-friendly, 0.5-mile out-and-back trail requires a short scramble to enter. Ideal for a quick stop, it offers unique photo opportunities. Bring a flashlight for the dimly lit interior.

The most scenic highway between Arches National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park with dramatic drop-off canyons on both sides is Utah Scenic Byway 12, particularly the section known as Hogback Ridge or The Hogback between the towns of Escalante and Boulder. This route is renowned for its breathtaking views and thrilling driving experience, making it a highlight for travelers connecting these two national parks.Read more
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Red Cave Slot Canyons, Orderville, Utah
April 26 in the United States ⋅ 🌩️ 64 °F
Upper and Lower Red Cave Slot Canyons, near Orderville, Utah, are stunning Navajo sandstone slots east of Zion National Park. Upper Red Cave, more photogenic, features narrow, swirling red rock passages. Both canyons, part of Sand Wash, offer vibrant colors and intricate formations. Both attractions are located on private land—A private tour on a 4WD or longer hike is required to visit both canyons. It is a perfect side trip for adventurers seeking hidden gems when visiting Zion National Park.Read more
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Zion National Park-1, Utah
Apr 27–28 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 54 °F
Zion National Park, in southern Utah, is a breathtaking showcase of towering sandstone cliffs, vibrant canyons, and the serene Virgin River. Iconic features like Angels Landing, The Narrows, and The Watchman draw hikers and photographers to its dramatic landscapes. The Zion-Mount Carmel Highway offers stunning drives through red rock tunnels and switchbacks. Trails range from easy riverside walks to challenging ascents, revealing waterfalls and emerald pools. With clear night skies and diverse wildlife, Zion captivates adventurers and nature lovers. A must-visit, its awe-inspiring beauty shines in April’s mild weather.Read more
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Zion National Park-2, Utah
April 27 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 54 °F
Zion National Park, in southern Utah, is a Bucket List destination known for its breathtaking showcase of towering sandstone cliffs, vibrant canyons, and the serene Virgin River. Iconic features like Angels Landing, The Narrows, and The Watchman draw hikers and photographers to its dramatic landscapes. The Zion-Mount Carmel Highway offers stunning drives through red rock tunnels and switchbacks. Trails range from easy riverside walks to challenging ascents, revealing waterfalls and emerald pools. With clear night skies and diverse wildlife, Zion captivates adventurers and nature lovers.Read more
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Kolob Canyon Scenic Drive
April 28 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 46 °F
The scenic drive along East Kolob Canyon Road (also known as Kolob Terrace Road) in Zion National Park, Utah, is a 24-mile journey from Virgin, UT, to the Kolob Reservoir. This paved, winding road climbs from desert scrub to alpine meadows, offering stunning views of red rock cliffs, canyons, and distant peaks like the North Guardian Angel. Highlights include the Lava Point Overlook, with panoramas of Zion’s backcountry, and serene meadows dotted with wildflowers in April. Ideal for photographers, the drive features pullouts for capturing dramatic vistas.Read more
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Snow Canyon, Utah
April 28 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
Snow Canyon State Park, near St. George, Utah, is a stunning desert oasis featuring red and white Navajo sandstone cliffs, lava fields, and sand dunes. Named after pioneers, not snow, it offers over 20 miles of trails, like the Petrified Dunes Trail, showcasing vibrant geology. Ideal for hiking, biking, and rock climbing, the park’s dramatic vistas and unique formations captivate photographers. With picnic areas, camping, and clear night skies, Snow Canyon is a hidden gem near Zion, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking natural beauty.Read more
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Fire of the Valley State Park
April 29 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F
Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada’s oldest and largest state park, spans 46,000 acres in the Mojave Desert, 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Its vibrant red Aztec sandstone formations, formed 150 million years ago, blaze under sunlight, inspiring its name. Ancient petroglyphs, over 2,000 years old, and petrified logs dot the landscape. A popular filming location, it featured in Viva Las Vegas (1963), The Professionals (1966), Total Recall (1990), and Star Trek Generations (1994).Read more
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Trip end
May 29, 2025