The bat flight program Carlsbad Caverns offers one of the most unique wildlife experiences in the Southwest. Each evening from late spring through early fall, thousands of Brazilian free‑tailed bats … [Read more...] about What to Expect at the Bat Flight Program in Carlsbad Caverns National Park – New Mexico
National Parks
Carlsbad Caverns National Park – New Mexico
Carlsbad Caverns National Park is one of the most unforgettable stops in southern New Mexico. Hidden beneath the Chihuahuan Desert, this national park protects more than 119 limestone caves formed … [Read more...] about Carlsbad Caverns National Park – New Mexico
White Sands National Park – New Mexico
New Mexico’s Tularosa Basin offers one of the most striking landscapes in the American Southwest: the brilliant white gypsum dunes of White Sands National Park. Covering 275 square miles, this … [Read more...] about White Sands National Park – New Mexico
Best National Parks to see in the winter
While I haven't been to all of these, I have drive through a couple. They are stunning in the winter and such a fun experience. IT IS COLD - but such an amazing beauty that you don't get to experience … [Read more...] about Best National Parks to see in the winter
Bryce Canyon National Park in 1 day
I have lived in Utah my whole life and have only been able to visit Bryce Canyon National Park in 1 day. I want to go back and camp and spend time there doing hikes, but I wanted to share with you … [Read more...] about Bryce Canyon National Park in 1 day
Fort Point National Historic Site
After we were done walking the Golden Gate Bridge, we walked down the trail to the Fort Point National Historic Site. We didn't realize it closed at 5 - so we only had about 45 mins to look around by … [Read more...] about Fort Point National Historic Site
The Needles Canyonlands National Park
The Needles Canyonlands National Park isn't visited as much as the Island in the Sky area mainly because of the location. None of us, except my husband, had been there so we decided to make a day of … [Read more...] about The Needles Canyonlands National Park
Dead Horse Point State Park Moab, Utah
This park has always been a favorite of mine. The views from the overlook are phenomenal and reminiscent of Horseshoe Bend. Dead Horse Point State Park is located Southwest of Moab close to the … [Read more...] about Dead Horse Point State Park Moab, Utah
Instagram worthy spots in Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky)
The most commonly visited part of Canyonlands National Park is Island in the Sky because it is close to Moab and Arches National Park. We spent a day there exploring and doing some fun new hikes and … [Read more...] about Instagram worthy spots in Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky)
Double Arch Arches National Park
Arches National Park is an amazing place to visit. I will admit, that next to Delicate Arch, Double Arch was my favorite. But there are so many amazing places to visit while you are there. We have … [Read more...] about Double Arch Arches National Park
Sand Dune Arch Arches National Park
Over the last several weeks we have shared many different places you can go in Arches National Park that are our favorites. I have to admit, that Sand Dune Arch was one of my kids' favorite. Partially … [Read more...] about Sand Dune Arch Arches National Park
Park Avenue and Courthouse Towers – Arches National Park
One of the first places you will pass when you go into Arches is the Park Avenue and Courthouse Towers trail. This is definitely worth the stop (even if you don't do the hike) just to take pictures … [Read more...] about Park Avenue and Courthouse Towers – Arches National Park