The southern half of Utah is a dream of twisted, tortured shapes in a spectrum of earth tones. The distinctive impacts of the towering spires, deep-slot canyons and improbable beehive and goblin-shaped rocks are somehow amplified by a penetrating dry heat. The quiet is sheer; the isolation and the power of the raw sun are critical elements in planning and ma… read more
With sweeping expanses of desert, majestic mountains, and gaping canyons, Utah offers outdoors enthusiasts a vast array of recreation opportunities. Among these offerings are some of the country's best ATV trails. From easy trails for… read more
Picking a shoe for both hiking and rafting presents more of a challenge than selecting your average hiking shoes. You want a shoe that sheds water, grips slippery rocks and dries quickly without sacrificing support on dry land. When sh… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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