I (Max) was born and raised in Utah and introduced to its unimaginable landscapes through my dad. I feel so lucky to have cut my teeth as a hiker in the Beehive State.
Millions of people visit Utah’s “Mighty Five” national parks every year and I can understand why. Arches, Bryce, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion are all sensational.
We wrote these guides to help you discover some of Utah’s lesser-known gems. I think you will find that the state’s public lands will blow your mind, especially off the beaten path.
Trip Data Dates: Wed, Jul 21, 2021 to Sun, Jul 25, 2021 Route: West to East. Uinta Highline Trailhead > Hacking Lake Trailhead Weather: Partly…
Overview If you're looking for a quintessential Utah slot canyon experience but you don't want to involve ropes, harnesses, and sketchy rappels, then Little…
Overview Grand-Staircase Escalante has no shortage of exceptional hikes, but the Golden Cathedral has to be in my top five. At the lower end…
Overview Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch are among Utah's finest non-technical slot canyons. The canyons are adjacent from each other and are usually…
Overview Zebra is one of Utah's most picturesque non-technical slot canyons. It is a short and easy hike to the canyon's entrance but those…
Overview There is no doubt that The Subway is one of Utah's finest slot canyons and indeed word has gotten around. To help protect…
Overview Bloods Lake is a lovely little lake in the Wasatch Mountains and one of the few dog-friendly hikes that can be accessed from…
Overview Nestled in a cirque at the base of Notch Mountain, Ibantik Lake is one of the Uinta Mountain's finest destinations. Unlike a lot…
Overview Grosvenor Arch is a one-of-a-kind double arch in Grand-Staircase Escalante National Monument. The arch's trailhead is accessed from a side road of Cottonwood…
Overview Directly east of Cedar City, there is a prominent red hill that forms a stark contrast against the forested mountains that surround it.…
