Delicate Arch is one of America’s most recognizable and beautiful landmarks – an icon of the desert southwest. It appears on the state of Utah’s license plate! This trail gets busier every day, but the Arch is worth seeing at least once, regardless of the crowds. Arches National Park and Moab are notoriously packed with […]

A short hike in Arches National Park to Landscape Arch, one of the longest natural arches in the world. Landscape Arch Trail Guide MAP: Arches Trails Illustrated PERMITS: none DESIGNATION: Arches National Park (entrance fee required) BEST SEASONS: spring, fall DISTANCE: 1.6 miles round trip WATER: none ELEVATION: trailhead ~5,200ft, fairly level trail ACCESS: paved […]

Wilson Arch may be the most-accessible natural arch in all of Southern Utah. Fairly large and impressive, it’s 91 feet high and 46 feet tall, carved of Entrada Sandstone. You can hike up to the arch, too, and stand inside it! It’s a simple, steep walk into it from the pullout along the highway. Best […]

Day hike the best part of the Zion Narrows from the bottom-up. No permits, maps, rentals, or expensive shuttles are necessary! Just bring your camera and a sense of adventure. Zion Narrows to Wall Street Trail Guide MAP: Trails Illustrated PERMITS: none DESIGNATION: Zion National Park (entrance fee required) BEST SEASONS: summer and fall (Often […]

How to Survive One of America’s Most Harrowing Hikes Seize epic photos of victory on top of Angels Landing! Come. See. Conquer. Get the T-Shirt. Or not. There is a t-shirt though. Really. But first, keep reading and find out exactly what you’re getting yourself into! …because it’s a long way down to the bottom. […]