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Bryce Canyon consists of a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters carved from the eastern edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah. The erosional force of frost-wedging and the dissolving power of rainwater have shaped the colorful limestone rock of the Claron Formation into bizarre shapes including slot canyons, windows, fins, and spires called "hoodoos." The varied colors of the rocks and rock formations contribute to the spectacular views.
Bryce lies at a much higher elevation than nearby Zion National Park and the Grand... more local info
Bryce Canyon, which reaches over 9,000 feet in elevation, is ushering in crisp temps right about now. Seeing the beautifully scattered jumbles of hoodoos in their rich colors framed against a tempestuous sky as the American Southwest’s monsoon season winds to a close is a breathtaking sight you won’t soon forget. Visitors from around the world, numbering over 1.7 million in 2010, flock to Bryce Canyon. They come to hike, ride a horse, introduce... Read More
Of course, Zion National Park is really all about seeing the sights. Most people see those sights via hiking. But sometimes you just don’t wanna move that much, or members of your party can’t really hike, or other activitiessimply appeal more. Luckily, Zion is located in a place that allows for more opportunities that just hiking. Here’s a round up of a few non-ambulatory things to do in Zion that are actually pretty cool. 1) Junior... Read More
There are tons of reasons to visit Moab, the desert mecca for mountain bikers, hikers, photographers, and general red rock enthusiasts. From the national parks to the miles of trails to the famous river rapids to the good restaurants in the bustling downtown, Moab offers up a passel of delights. Here are my current faves. Let me know if you have others! 1. Arches National Park. Home of over 2,000 natural sandstone arches. Wowza. 2. Canyonlands National... Read More
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Junior Ranger
- If you're over 5, you can become a Junior Ranger! A hands-on activity booklet leads the way for kids to earn a badge and learn all about what it's...
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- Nature & Wildlife
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- Nile Expert Tip: An awesome way to show children the fascinating aspects of the natural word and teach them what park...
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Red Canyon
- Part of the sprawling (two million acres!) Dixie National Forest, Red Canyon is a secret treasure located just nine miles west of Bryce Canyon....
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- Outdoor Recreation
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Bryce Canyon National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park is famed for being home to "hoodoos" - those funky, otherworldly-looking wind-carved spires of red rock. Multi-hued...
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- National Parks
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