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  • Grand Canyon National Park Loop – Bright Angel – Tonto – Monument Creek – Hermit Trails

    Colorado River
    November 2, 2019 Katy Arizona, Destinations, Grand Canyon, National Parks

    Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA November 2019 The Grand Canyon is a wonderful place to visit in the fall when the weather is cooler and the crowds have lessened. For our November visit, we decided to tackle a portion...

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  • Capitol Reef National Park – Upper Muley Twist Canyon

    Waterpocket Fold
    October 19, 2019 Katy Capitol Reef, Destinations, National Parks, Utah

    Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, USA October 2019 Express Tips: Take more water than you need, there are no reliable water sources A high clearance 4WD vehicle is required to make it beyond the first parking lot and trailhead Located...

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  • Sawtooth Wilderness – Sawtooth Lake

    September 22, 2019 Casey Destinations, Idaho

    Sawtooth Wilderness, Idaho, USA September 2019 Express Tips: Give yourself as much time as possible to enjoy this area, you will want to explore This area is known to be cold, even in the summer months No need for high-clearance...

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  • Sequoia National Park – Heather and Pear Lakes via Watchtower Trail

    September 12, 2019 Katy California, Destinations, National Parks, Sequoia & Kings Canyon

    Sequoia National Park in California’s Southern Sierra Nevadas is home of the largest trees on earth, the Giant Sequoia. Groves of these massive trees are scattered throughout the park, along easy walking trails and many perched along the roadside. This...

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  • Alpine Lakes Wilderness – The Enchantments

    August 16, 2019 Katy Destinations, Top Destinations, Washington

    Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Washington, USA August 2019 Often referred to as the most beautiful place to backpack in the Pacific Northwest, The Enchantments in the Central Cascades’ Alpine Lakes Wilderness is a collection of breathtaking, blue-green glacier-carved lakes that dot...

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  • Newberry National Volcanic Monument Loop – Paulina Peak – Crater Rim – Lost Lake – Newberry Crater Trail

    July 16, 2019 Casey Destinations, Oregon

    Newberry National Volcanic Monument, Central Oregon, USA July 2019 The Newberry National Volcanic Monument was dedicated in 1990 to protect the area around the Newberry Volcano. The Newberry Volcano is an active shield-shaped stratovolcano, which is quite unlike the more...

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  • Glacier Peak Wilderness – White's Pass to Pilot Ridge Loop

    Camping Night 2
    July 12, 2019 Katy Destinations, Top Destinations, Washington

    Glacier Peak Wilderness, Washington, USA July 2019 Express Tips: Bring a camera, the views and wildflowers are incredible The weather is volatile, prepare accordingly Prepare for brown/black bears in the area It is best to have high-clearance, but you don’t...

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  • Canyonlands National Park – Island in the Sky District – Lathrop Canyon Trail

    March 16, 2019 Casey Canyonlands, Destinations, National Parks, Top Destinations, Utah

    The Island in the Sky district is the most visited district in Canyonlands Nation Park, although you may have this trail to yourself. This area is located at the northern end of Canyonlands National Park, about a 45-minute drive from...

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  • Canyonlands National Park – Needles District – Chesler Park Loop and Druid Arch

    March 9, 2019 Katy Canyonlands, Destinations, National Parks, Top Destinations, Utah

    The Needles District is located in the southeastern corner of Canyonlands National Park, about a 90-minute drive from the town of Moab, Utah. Often less crowded than the more accessible Island in the Sky District, this area is a fun...

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  • Grand Canyon National Park – South Kaibab to Bright Angel

    November 17, 2018 Katy Arizona, Destinations, Grand Canyon, National Parks, Top Destinations

    Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA November 2018 The Grand Canyon, boasting majestic scenery and jaw-dropping views, is home to world-renowned backpacking and hiking trails. This natural wonder of the world has been a National Park since 1919.  Thought to...

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