You know when you’re getting close to Capitol Reef National Park when all the landscape changes from pale yellow to deep red and orange hues. There’s so much beauty in the variations of all the sandstone! Capitol Reef is one of those spots where few people visit (probably because it’s so far away from everything…
After our detour to Stanislaus National Forest, picking up hitchhikers for the first time ever, taking in the beauty of Mono Lake, and getting our first dose of Yosemite at Ellery Lake, we were more than excited to be at Gaylor Lakes. We were so excited to be at the trailhead that we jumped right…
Some say that if they ever attended this school, they would study in this hall every day. The high ceilings and antique style are reminiscent of the Great Hall featured in the Harry Potter movies and other libraries at prominent universities in England. To the students of the University of Washington, this is the Graduate…
After a good night’s sleep, we were so excited to start early. Bryce Canyon has an 18-mile scenic drive with lots of viewpoints, so we headed to Rainbow Point (below photo looking at the rest of the amphitheater)first, also the highest point in the park (9,105 ft). My favorite parts about Bryce Canyon are the…
We were so sad to leave Dog Lake and its tranquil surroundings. My friend had never been around Tolumne Meadows (or on Tioga Road) for that matter, so we drove slowly around, checking out different highlights. As we were driving, we came across this beautiful lake, right along the side of the road. We decided…
This is a much delayed post! Our trip dates were March 20 – March 26. At first, this road trip idea originated as a trip to Hawaii, Kauai in particular. With spring break air fare spikes, we shifted our attention to Utah, land of beautiful natural formations. And so the story begins… in Las Vegas!…
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There is certainly a great deal to learn about this topic. I love all of the points you have made. Mabel Rutger Arundel